Ringwood is a thriving, historic market town on the River Avon, right on the edge of the spectacular New Forest, and close to the sea and coastal attractions at Barton-on-Sea and Bournemouth.
There’s a lot for the whole family to enjoy in and around Ringwood, with visitors appreciating the vibrant High Street with its wealth of local, independent shops, perfect for spotting something special to take home as a gift, or a memento of your time here. When you visit, do enjoy the Wednesday market that has been trading here since medieval times, and take time for a gentle stroll across the beautiful nineteenth-century stone bridge that spans the river in West Street.
You have a whole day of exploring the delights of Ringwood ahead of you, so starting your day in a way that sets you up to enjoy everything to its fullest is vital. Whether you fancy something light and scrumptious, or something more hearty, you’ll find something to please everyone at these fantastic places for breakfast near Ringwood.
It’s worth stating that all New Forest Collection breakfast venues are proud to showcase locally-sourced produce on their seasonally updated menus. You know that the eggs in your omelette are from happy hens nearby, the cheese hails from New Forest dairies and the pork in your Full English sausage and bacon is from well-loved Hampshire pigs.
There are always vegan options available too, as well as child-sized portions and dishes that fulfil certain dietary requirements without scrimping on flavour or deliciousness. This ensures that everyone in your party is delighted with this most important meal of the day.
Perfect for breakfast
Forest Lodge
1820 is the sophisticated award-winning brasserie within Forest Lodge near Lyndhurst. This elegant townhouse hotel is the perfect place for breakfast, and you can enjoy a range of delectable goodies, starting with a variety of light dishes you can serve yourself, with the table here laden with tempting buttery croissants and pastries, yoghurts, fresh fruits and cereals. If you’ve got a more demanding day planned, perhaps spending the day at the 100-acre Moors Valley Country Park and Forest just outside Ringwood, with its miles of woodland trails, adventure playgrounds and even a narrow-gauge steam railway to investigate, you might order a warm bowl of porridge, the New Forest Breakfast, or fresh brioche with local eggs and bacon.
Just outside nearby Cadnam, and nestling in acres of stunning landscaped grounds, you’ll find Bartley Lodge, the historic Grade II listed hotel. Its country house kitchen offers a wide selection of freshly prepared pastries, porridge and fruits, with the buttermilk pancakes and maple syrup a firm family-favourite. For those looking for a more substantial start to their day, the classic New Forest Breakfast that includes bacon, breakfast sausage, mushrooms, beans, eggs and tomatoes, is the one to choose.
Another very special place indeed to enjoy your morning repast is Burley Manor, a magnificent 800-year-old estate set within incredible surroundings. The Kitchen Table at Burley offers lots to choose from, including several signature dishes; those hungry for the best breakfast near Ringwood would be hard pressed to do better than the famous Burley Breakfast of bacon, pork sausage and morcilla, or its Burley Vegetarian cousin. These delicious plates include juicy roasted tomatoes, field mushrooms, The Manor’s potato cake and local free-range eggs, all prepared exactly how you like them.
If you’re looking for the perfect place to breakfast in style with the whole family, opt for The Drift, the relaxed and super dog-friendly country pub next to Beaulieu Inn. Light options are available from their Kitchen Table, and their ever-changing breakfast special is always worth a look.
The Drift Full English or Full Veggie is the perfect choice if you fancy the full works with baked beans and hash browns, and if you’re off for a day’s adventuring with the children, The Mini Rambler’s Breakfast, with pancakes or Mini English, is sure to get a smiling thumbs up.
Ringwood, located within the New Forest district of Hampshire, is just two hours from London and easily accessible, with great transport links by road and rail. Visitors can also fly into Southampton International Airport or arrive by sea at nearby ports. What’s more, if you’re seeking the ultimate breakfast venue near Ringwood, you’re in luck.
The town itself is just a quarter of an hour’s drive from Burley Manor along the A31, with the popular family attraction that is Liberty’s Owl, Raptor and Reptile Centre on the way. If you choose to breakfast at Bartley Lodge, Ringwood is an 18-minute drive on the A31, and it’s a pleasant 20-minute journey through the glorious New Forest countryside from 1820 at the Forest Lodge Hotel near Lyndhurst. Finally, The Drift near Beaulieu is only 35 minutes from Ringwood on the B3056, and there’s always the option of visiting the National Motor Museum, found within the magnificent Palace House and Gardens, on the way.
Make the most of every moment you spend in and around Ringwood by choosing a breathtaking location, letting yourself be superbly looked after by friendly, dedicated staff, and of course, by treating yourself and your family to the very best breakfast the New Forest has to offer.
