New Forest Inn Lyndhurst

The New Forest Inn is full of character and is warm and welcoming, with a great atmosphere and is well worth a visit. There's a comprehensive menu, even on a Sunday where. my wife, family and I enjoyed a great lunch. My wife had one of the best Sunday Roasts, where the beef melted in her mouth. My daughter, granddaughter and I had the home made burgers which are amongst the best we've ever had. Well done to Rob, Ellie and their staff for their great service and excellent food.

Such an amazing place to stay in New Forest. The room was very cosy and clean, the manager and the other members of staff were extremely nice and helpful. The food is great. We stayed for 2 nights with our dog. We will be returning soon.

Nice place to have lunch. Good food and serving. We met a friendly local couple and their dog. It felt very warm and welcoming.

We went for an 18th birthday meal. The food was really good and the staff were super friendly, they put banners up for him which was amazing!
They had a pub quiz on so we decided to stay and take part and ended up winning!
Really great atmosphere as well which was nice

Had a lovely walk before having a meal at the pub, stunning location, impeccable service even though they were completely booked, food was amazing and high quality. Will definitely be back!

Had a mini relaxing break and the new forest Inn is the perfect place. Bar and dining area is very homely with log burners. The food is second to none, there specials are top notch, we go here regularly to eat also, the management and staff are very helpful and friendly, the location is perfect for walks around the area, the rooms are spotlessly clean , bed is comfortable. Lyndhurst is only 1 mile to walk to if you wanted to venture out also, highly recommend this place

We went here the day we arrived in new forest. I’m a very fussy eater that can’t have dairy. They went above and beyond and the young guy that served us was really lovely. We actually went back on the day we was leaving for breakfast and that was just as good. The same guy served us and nothing was to much trouble lovely place might actually stay there next time as we are down a few times a year. Thanks guys

We stopped here for lunch after a recommendation from a friend, the area was lovely, easy parking and lots of horses freely roaming for the grandchildren to enjoy.
We had the roast beef and chicken sandwiches with fries , these were superb....the cut of the beef was quite thick and cooked pink which we loved!
The staff were very accommodating, polite and friendly, had a lovely couple of hours here.

We stop for lunch to this beautiful place and we find everything amazing great food beautiful decorated and staff was amazing. I recommend to people in area to don't miss this hidden gem.

We felt welcome from the moment we entered for lunch.

Very traditional and rustic pub and has a proper country feel about it.

There is a great selection of beers and the sandwiches were delicious.
The pies looked incredible and will have those next time we stop in!

Popped in on a Monday lunchtime, we were given a very warm welcome and a nice table near the open fire. We each had a starter and sides of chips and salad. Thoroughly recommend the sticky Korean cauliflower and the Wild mushrooms. I have to say the chips were some of the best I have had , fluffy inside and crispy outside and really hot. Thank you .

Lovely food and wonderful staff!! Bit of car parking out the front or parking on the road. Had a lovely warm and cosy pub feeling when we entered. We will definitely go there again!

We enjoyed a lovely lunch with friends and their dog. Great friendly service, food was lovely. The pies are so full of meat they are amazing. I think the prices are reasonable too. We only ate here we didnt use the hotel.

COELIAC
This is got to be our favourite restaurant in the New Forest. We booked in advance for my partners birthday and with being a coeliac I was nervous about having to explain and ensure I could eat there. However, the lovely lady went through what I could eat and explained how all GF food is cooked separately and they made sure they explained all their allergy processes to me which made me feel really safe.

They then brought out a candle in my partners pudding and sung happy birthday which was a lovely touch.

The food was stunning, and they were so friendly and welcoming. Even the doggo got treats and lots of loving from the staff.

Thanks so much guys, can’t wait to visit again!

Exceptionally clean bathroom! Great service, attentive staff. Lovely sunroom in the back and outdoor garden seating. The presentation of the food was great, we had the sea bass, new forest chicken sandwich and steak and ale pie. For the pie, the portion size was huge and the chips were good and crispy.

I've given 5 stars to all aspects as I believe it to be a fair, overall assessment of the premises and the people who run it.
The location is really lovely with wild pony's wandering all over the place.

STAFF
We stayed for four nights and we found the staff to be genuinely very friendly and accommodating. Alicia Verity and the bearded lad who's name I didn't get, were absolutely lovely and a true credit to the Inn and its owners. Verity particularly went to great pains to make us and our little dog Molly feel at home.

FOOD
Despite what I'd read in previous reviews we found the food to be well prepared and presented. With the exception of the Venison haunch which as a bit on the 'a la carte' side for my taste, in other words a bit lacking in the serving department, all other meals were tasty and generously proportioned.

ACCOMMODATION
Our room was lovely. Well presented clean and tastefully decorated. The bed was a tad soft for my taste but I was comfortable and slept well.
The only niggle for me was the stairs to our room. It was extremely steep and rather difficult to climb if you're blessed with big feet and dodgy hips. Perhaps a hand rail would help.

As you will have read, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and plan to return at some point soon however not all was to my liking. I'm referring to two things specifically that fall outside the remit of the on-site staff side and they are firstly the policy to take payment for the entire booking BEFORE you have even arrived. I agree that a percentage should be paid on booking but to then deduct the final bill before we've even seen the place is a bit steep. Secondly, at the end of an evening meal even staying guests, who have already paid £100's to be there, were asked to settle their bill every night. I appreciate they may have had people 'do a runner' in the past but fully paid up guests??? I suggest that the company revisit this policy because when I was informed by my bank I'd been hit for the bill for a holiday I hadn't had yet did cause me to reconsider the booking.
Lastly, the WiFi needs sorting. The coverage is good in the accommodation but in the bar it is spotty at best and is just annoying.

In conclusion, ignore the bad reviews and focus on the good cos these people and this place are what the phrase 'getting away from it all' is all about.

We will be back.......

The service was excellent (every staff we met), so were the meals (delicious and sufficient portion). The location and the size of car park might be a bit tricky for people, especially on a raining day. The settings in and out are both well designed, very relaxing and comfy feel, put you at ease as soon as you enter. Will definitely visit again.

Have driven past the New
Forest Inn many times so popped in for lunch,
the welcome service and food was all exemplary. One of the Nicest place we have found in the area. And very dog friendly too a big plus ! Would highly recommend.

Lovely food but make sure you have a good appetite as the portions are substantial!
Good atmosphere- I like an open fire - and friendly staff.

Absolutely fabulous roast beef (and vegetarian Wellington) celebratory lunch for our anniversary. Verity was amazing, thank you so much, that personal touch makes such a difference. Highly recommended 5 *****'s