Child and Family Friendly Places to Go in Hampshire

At Four Seasons’ only British country hotel, it’s hard to believe that you are only an hour from London. There is a superb kids’ club, two wooden climbing frames, plus children’s meals and family swim times. You can even bring your horse on holiday – Read more…

On the edge of the New Forest, yet close enough to walk to the beach. Every element of this hotel ­- rooms, food, spa and grounds – is in harmony. Enjoy indoor and outdoor pools, a tennis centre, nine-hole golf course, archery, buggy riding and Read more…

The first of the group of rural-themed, shabby-chic Pig hotels, centred around an exceptional kitchen garden and sophisticated restaurant, is a treat for foodie families. With five branches, The Pig hotels have made it possible for people to stay in trendy country hotels at affordable Read more…

Lime Wood, set in 145 square miles of ancient heath and woodland where ponies, donkeys, pigs, cattle and deer still freely roam, is a glamorous place: the spa is fantastic, the food top-notch, and attention to detail excellent. Children will enjoy vintage ride-ons, a wooden Read more…

This good-value small chain’s casual and convivial atmosphere belies its well-organised formula: comfort and style rule and, while the food is tasty, you can draw directly on the tables – so it’s a great place for children. The Odiham branch has excellent walking from the Read more…

The New Park Manor Hotel is a luxury Spa hotel which welcomes babies and toddlers and is set in the heart of the New Forest. It’s surrounded by woodland and has an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, Spa and com49plimentary Creche. Families can have some Read more…