Leave the week behind in the New Forest.
(because planning is overrated)
Some of the best weekends start with a last-minute decision. A gap in the diary, a sudden urge to get away, a bottle of something good waiting to be opened.
THE PIG, in the New Forest is tucked away in the heart of the New Forest National Park, surrounded by ancient woodland, free-roaming ponies and miles of countryside to explore. With a Kitchen Garden at its heart, charming villages nearby and the forest on its doorstep, it's the sort of place where plans can wait. No agenda required. Just fresh air, good food and a slower pace of life.
The kind of few days you didn't plan, but ended up being your favourite.
We're often asked which PIG to book for a spontaneous stay. THE PIG-in the New Forest has a way of making the decision for you.
Ancient woodland, open heathland, picturesque villages and free-roaming ponies around every corner. Add a Kitchen Garden that shapes every menu and some of the best walking routes in the country right on the doorstep, and it's easy to see why. Pack a bag, head for the forest and leave the rest to us.
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24 unplanned hours at
THE PIG, in the New Forest
Morning
Late morning
Pull on your boots and head out into the New Forest. Footpaths from the doorstep wind through ancient woodland, open heathland and wide forest clearings, with plenty of fresh air and the chance of spotting a pony or two along the way. Take your time exploring, this is the sort of place where the outside world quickly feels very far away.
Or venture a little further to nearby Lyndhurst or Beaulieu, both within easy reach and perfect for an unhurried wander. Browse independent shops, stop for a long lunch and discover a little more of what makes this corner of the New Forest so special.
Lunch
Back at the house, the greenhouse restaurant is the best seat in the building - floor to ceiling glass, vineyard views and a 25 Mile Menu that changes with what's been picked that morning. Take your time. Linger as long as you like.
Afternoon
A treatment in one of our peaceful treatment rooms is never a bad idea. Or, if you'd rather be out exploring, head into the New Forest for an afternoon of wandering woodland trails, spotting free-roaming ponies and discovering hidden corners of the National Park.
You could also visit nearby Beaulieu, explore the picturesque village of Buckler's Hard, or browse the independent shops and cafés in Lyndhurst. Whatever takes your fancy, there's plenty to discover within easy reach of the hotel.
Evening
A cocktail in the bar before dinner, mixed with ingredients inspired by the Kitchen Garden and the changing seasons. The wine list is packed with bottles from across England and beyond, perfect for discovering something new or settling in with an old favourite.
Dinner follows at a leisurely pace in the heart of the house. The 25 Mile Menu is shaped by ingredients from the Kitchen Garden, local producers and the surrounding New Forest landscape, making every plate a reflection of the season and this special corner of Hampshire. A nightcap. Bed.
The Next Morning…
Wake up slowly, again. The grazing table is ready when you are, and if you're feeling curious, join the daily Kitchen Garden tour to see what's growing, what's being picked and what might be appearing on the menu later that day. The gardens, polytunnels and greenhouse are at the heart of everything here.
Then either check out at your own pace or, if you've booked an extra night, head out into the forest for one last wander beneath the trees, breathe in some fresh New Forest air and do the whole thing again.
Easy come, easy go
We know spontaneous plans sometimes change. Book your room today with no upfront payment - we just take your card details to secure it and you pay on departure. With free cancellation up to three days before arrival, the only commitment is turning up!
Experience nature right on your doorstep...
The best way to experience summer at THE PIG? In rooms where the outside comes in. All with views that make you want to stay in bed a bit longer, terraces for your morning coffee, and that feeling of waking up somewhere special.
Here are our favourite rooms for a summer stay - from our woodland hideaways, to our garden wagons and our perfectly romantic hideaway cabins!
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Comfy Luxe Rooms
These super spacious rooms are tucked in the main house, off the courtyard or in the stable yard with cracking views out to the front lawn, the courtyard or the stable yard. Each character-filled room has a large, incredibly comfy four-poster bed, separate cosy seating area and a large monsoon shower and freestanding roll top bath in the big bathroom.
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Forest Hut
The Forest Hut is a little brother to Bert’s Box and is the perfect escape in the heart of nature – it’s small but perfectly formed, clad in reclaimed timber with a private outdoor terrace. Our Forest Hut has a cosy bedroom with floor to ceiling windows and an adjoining bathroom which holds the real showstopper – a freestanding, double-ended stone bathtub. It's a hut like no other!
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Bert's Box
Bert's Box was the first of its kind and remains a real hidden gem in the heart of the forest. Think of it as your completely private retreat flooded with natural light from the floor-to-ceiling Crittall-style doors and windows, and full of rustic texture and quirky furnishings. Inside, you'll find a large, comfortable four-poster bed, a monsoon shower room with freestanding roll top bath looking out to the fields, and a separate kitchen diner with a cosy log burner. Outside, you’ll find a private outdoor garden with outstanding countryside views all around.
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Pig House
An ideal retreat for a family of four. Pig House is full of cosy furnishings and rustic, reclaimed wood interiors. The master bedroom has a large four-poster bed, with a very spacious ensuite holding a monsoon shower and a freestanding roll top bath. In the Piglet's room, you’ll find cosy bunk beds that are perfect for two and a monsoon shower in the separate bathroom. There’s also a multipurpose kitchenette, and a super comfy and spacious dining and living area with a cosy log burner.
Our patch – the New Forest and beyond
Minutes from Lyndhurst. Everything else within easy reach.
Lymington A Georgian harbour town full of coastal charm.
Furzey Gardens A hidden woodland garden in the heart of the New Forest.
Go Ape Moors Valley Forest adventures amongst the treetops.
Winchester A historic city with plenty to discover.
And if you're planning ahead...
There's always something worth exploring in the New Forest.
Stay Rooted
There’s a PIG waiting for you...
Look forward to long days, garden feasts, and rooms that connect you to nature
stay a little longer for less
Wallow a While
Stay a little longer and you benefit from some ‘pruning’ of the price when you book 3 or more nights.
