From Forest Ponies to a Seaside Sunset: A Perfect New Forest Day

One of the best things about staying at Hoburne Bashley is that you don’t have to choose between a New Forest adventure and a day at the seaside.

You can wake up among the trees, explore the forest in the morning, head to the coast for the afternoon and still be back at your caravan in time for a relaxed evening.

Start with the New Forest

After breakfast at your caravan, head into the New Forest, which is only around five minutes from Hoburne Bashley.

Take a walk, explore by bike or simply drive through the forest and keep an eye out for the ponies and other animals that roam freely.

There’s no need to plan every minute. Some of the nicest New Forest experiences come from stopping somewhere that catches your eye and taking your time.

Then head for the coast

By lunchtime, swap woodland for water and make your way towards Mudeford Quay or Christchurch.

Mudeford Quay is less than ten minutes from Hoburne Bashley and is a great place for families to spend an afternoon. Watch the boats, enjoy the views and, if you’re feeling adventurous, try your hand at crabbing.

For a beach day, head towards Avon Beach or Highcliffe. You can combine some time on the sand with a walk and a visit to the impressive Highcliffe Castle.

The great thing about this area is how quickly the scenery changes. One minute you’re surrounded by ancient woodland, and not long afterwards you’re beside the sea.

Back to your caravan

After a full day exploring, there’s something particularly nice about returning to your own caravan.

Put your feet up, enjoy a meal and let the children make use of the facilities at Hoburne Bashley or simply relax outside and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Acorn Caravan Holidays offers comfortable caravans at Hoburne Bashley, including dog-friendly options, making it easy to enjoy the New Forest without having to spend every evening travelling somewhere else.

That’s the New Forest

A great day here doesn’t have to involve ticking off a long list of attractions.

It might be seeing ponies beside the road in the morning, catching a crab at Mudeford in the afternoon and watching the sun go down back at your caravan in the evening.

Forest, coast and a comfortable place to come back to all from one holiday base.

If you’re planning a New Forest getaway, take a look at the caravans available at Acorn Caravan Holidays at Hoburne Bashley.