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Things to do in Lymington and The New Forest

Secret Garden Glamping is situated just a 10-minutes walk from Lymington's famous bustling High Street!

Lymington is a pretty Georgian market town where visitors can find independent boutiques, traditional pubs, bars, eateries - as well as fabulous walks, cycle routes, parks, views, and activities!

The famous Saturday market has been running in the High Street weekly since the mid-thirteenth century, and still today has over 100 stalls!

Lymington is home to two large marinas, and as the Lymington River feeds into the Solent, yachtsmen, fisherman and thrill seekers alike share the waters for business and pleasure.

Walk or cycle the sea wall from Lymington to Keyhaven and soak up the spectacular views of Hurst Castle and the Isle of Wight.

The New Forest National Park is a short drive (10 minutes), or train journey (one stop on the train from Lymington to Brockenhurst).

The pretty pebble beaches at Milford-on-Sea are also just 15 minutes by car.

Lymington events and activities

Local Attractions in Lymington and the New Forest


Lymington Market

Lymington Market

The Famous Saturday market has been running in the High Street weekly since the mid-thirteenth century, and still today has over 100 stalls!

www.lymingtonmarket.co.uk

Lymington Sea Water Baths

Sea Water Baths

Challenge yourself on our inflatable obstacle course! There are swings, slides, ladders, balance beams for you to run, jump, slide and splash around on!

lymingtonseawaterbaths.org.uk

Lymingon Quay

Lymington Quay

South of the High Street, a cobbled path leads you to the picturesque Quay. Sit and watch the world sail by whilst tucking into fish & chips or ice-cream.

 

Puffin cruises

Puffin Cruises

Take a pleasure boat from Lymington Quay up to the mouth of the river and take in the breathtaking scenery. Kids will love the Black Puffin Pirate Ship!

puffincruiseslymington.com

Woodside gardens

Woodside Gardens

Well-maintained gardens, play park, skate park, football field, cricket pitch, tennis court, ping-pong tables, outdoor gym - free for everyone to enjoy!

lymington-tc.gov.uk

Solent Way Walk

Sea Wall Walks

From the Yacht Haven you can access the Sea Wall, which leads you around Lymington Nature reserve, with fab views of the Isle of Wight and Hurst Castle!

www.hants.gov.uk/solentway

The New Forest

The New Forest

Designated as an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty! Explore the ancient woodlands, magnificent coastlines and rolling heathlands of the New Forest.

www.thenewforest.co.uk

Hurst Castle

Hurst Castle

Hurst Castle is an artillery fortress built by Henry VIII, where you can enjoy fantastic views of the Isle of Wight! Walk along Hurst spit or take the ferry from Keyhaven.

www.hurstcastle.co.uk

Milford-on-Sea beach

Milford-on-Sea

The pretty seaside village of Milford-on-Sea is a fantastic place to visit for a spot of lunch, a cliff top walk, or a swim at one of the lovely pebble beaches!

visitmilfordonsea.co.uk

Event Calendar

 

Lymington Market
Every Saturday
The Famous Saturday market has been running in the High Street weekly since the mid-thirteenth century, and still today has over 100 stalls!
www.bathfolkfestival.org

Round the Island Race
1st July 2023
The race regularly attracts over 1,200 boats and around 10,000 sailors, making it one of the largest yacht races in the world!
www.roundtheisland.org.uk

Lymington Carnival
9th July 2023
Lymington and Pennington Comunity Carnival and Fete.
https://lymingtoncommunity.com/carnival

Lymington Seafood Festival
14th - 16th July
Each year this little boutique festival brings together the region's best artisan food and drink producers, then drizzles a lip-smacking dollop of great live music and entertainment.
www.lymingtonseafoodfestival.co.uk

The New Forest Show
25th - 27th July
Three days of agricultural fun and entertainment for the whole family at the New Forest and Hampshire County Show.
www.newforestshow.co.uk

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Eating Out

 

Monkey Brewhouse
Our cosy 18th century brewpub is relaxed and welcoming, whether popping in for a freshly brewed pint or the full Monkey dining experience.
www.monkeybrewhouse.co.uk

 

The Hidden Yard
A Mediterranean-inspired cosy restaurant where you can enjoy a glass of wine with some tapas, or have an entire meal with your friends and family.
www.thehiddenyard.co.uk

 

La Quilla
Lymington's original Indian resturant / take away. Great food and great service. Highly recommended!
www.lalquilla-lymington.co.uk

 

Haven Restaurant
The only bar and restaurant with a wraparound view of the Marine, the Solent and the Isle of Wight beyond! Great food. Booking recommended
www.havenrestaurant.co.uk

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