The New Forest Show is a spectacle of all things natural, agricultural and local. It’s huge, fantastic and honestly sometimes a little tiring!

With so much to see and do it’s easy to lose track of time, suddenly realise you’ve been enjoying yourself for countless hours – and that you’re completely exhausted. We’ve all been there, and honestly the last thing anyone wants to do when this happens is crawl into their car and start on the laborious journey home.

Luckily, we have a solution for you – don’t go home after the Show! Head to one of these lovely, local stays which will make for the perfect place to rest, recharge and relax after a day of enjoying yourself!

We’ve got accommodation suggestions for campers, luxury seekers, off the gridders, and even those with kids and dogs in tow! You’re bound to find your perfect post-Show stay right here! 

Staying with Camping New Forest

Open your eyes to birds singing, a gentle breeze rustling through the trees and dappled sunlight dancing through their branches. Are you in heaven? Not quite – this is just what it feels like to wake up in a Camping New Forest campsite.

Tranquil and picturesque with free roaming wildlife grazing all around you, and miles of ancient woodlands to explore at your leisure, there are pitches to suit every kind of camping enthusiast. Not to mention the glamping bell tents, perfect for those looking to add a touch of style to their getaway.

Camping New Forest has a total of 10 stunning campsites to choose from over the 3 days of the New Forest Show, with each one catering for a different type of individual and no more than a 30-minute drive from the Showground. There’s ‘back to basics’ bring your own everything kind of sites like Aldridge Hill, there are sites with play parks a plenty – perfect for the little ones to enjoy, like Holmsley, remote campsites surrounded by serene forests, like Setthorns, and sites that are just a short walk into local villages brimming with character, like Hollands Wood!

If you do fancy pitching your tent over the Show dates (28, 29, 30) one of Camping New Forest’s best placed sites is Hollands Wood, which is just a 3-minute drive from the Showground. Nestled into the woodland just up the road from Brockenhurst, it boasts winding paths, stunning views and free-roaming ponies – a quintessential New Forest campsite. This family friendly site has plenty of onsite facilities, including a small shop, showers, toilets and glamping tents – making this the perfect stopover for those heading to this year’s iconic Show.

Roundhill Campsite is also fantastically placed for those wanting to visit the Show. A beautifully scenic 10-minute drive through forests and free roaming ponies leads you to the fun and excitement of a day at the Show. Buried in woodland and green fields, Roundhill has everything you need for the perfect stay – just some of the facilities include a shop, toilets, a dish washing station and showers.

Both these sites are dog friendly, so if you’re planning on coming to the Show with your best four-legged pal – they are fantastic options for great places to stay. 

Stay at Classic Cottages during the Show

If a bit of cosy luxury is right up your street, and you fancy bedding down somewhere classically comfortable during your New Forest Show adventure, Classic Cottages may be the stay for you. 

Exuding homely charm, these 2 self-catering holiday cottages are both based in or near the harbour town of Lymington, with Ridge House just a short walk to the beach, and Yachtsmans Cottage with views overlooking the river. From these cottages, you’ll be able to explore the green, open areas of Hampshire, plus it’s only around a 20-minute drive to the Show.

Sleeping between 4 and 10, with cots available at both properties and dogs more than welcome, this is stay would be great for anyone looking to incorporate some subtle comfort into their New Forest Show experience.  

Hobourne holiday park makes the perfect place to stay

Just 20 minutes away from the Showground is Hoburne, Bashley – an enchanting self-catering holiday park in the heart of the New Forest. The holiday park includes an array of accommodation options including static caravans, lodges, apartments and cottages, and is perfect for a go-go-go type of family!

If the excitement of the New Forest Show just isn’t enough for you, then this may be your kind of stay because the facilities are quite frankly off the charts! At your fingertips you’ll have access to adventure golf, a regular 9-hole golf course, indoor and outdoor pools, woodland and bushcraft courses, an adventure playground, amusement arcade, a sauna and steam rooms, plus so much more!  

Walk to the Showground from New Park Manor Hotel 

Walking distance from the bustling Showground, is New Park Manor Hotel, an enchanting hideaway, perfect for nature lovers planning to attend the Show. This little slice of luxury is surrounded by quiet woodland trails and the Forest’s famous resident free roaming deer and ponies; its rooms boast character and an old-world chic that blends perfectly with its natural surroundings.

This is the perfect place to stay during the Show for those who want to put their feet up and indulge in pure relaxation after a busy day exploring all that excitement. Unwind in New Park Manor’s very own spa, then head down to the cinema room to catch the daily film and munch on some beautifully buttery popcorn, or just sit back and relax in one of the exquisite lounges while sipping on a perfectly crafted cocktail. 

Indulge in luxury at Balmer Lawn Hotel 

Situated just up the road from the New Forest Show, and just a 10-minute walk into Brockenhurst village centre, is Balmer Lawn, a family-owned rural escape for those who value award-winning dining and exceptional hospitality. With free roaming cows and horses visible from the comfortable outside terrace, this is the perfect place to spend your evening after the Show – sip a chilled glass of crisp white wine and enjoy a ‘al fresco’ dining experience while lights twinkle behind you and horses graze peacefully at your front. 

If your feet are sore from wondering around the Showground all day, head down to the spa for a revitalising foot massage and let the wariness of the day, simply evaporate. The hotel has a range of rooms to choose from, including luxurious four poster beds overlooking forest views, or for a more modest budget you can still enjoy a gorgeous array of standard rooms. Dog-friendly rooms are also available, so you can your pup can bed down in a little bit of luxury post-Show. 

So, what are you waiting for?

Pick your perfect place to stay now, and you can enjoy the New Forest Show knowing you can head back to your local patch of paradise and unwind in peace.