Pictures of Brockenhurst
About Brockenhurst
Gloriously set, like a jewel in a crown, between woodland and heathland, is the picturesque place called Brockenhurst. It is within the New Forest but often referred to as a gateway to the New Forest, Brockenhurst is an ideal base from which to explore the bounties nature has heaped on this wonderful region. It is alive with flora and fauna and New Forest ponies can frequently be seen at the edge of the town. There are several hotels in the area, and one has an excellent Cricket pitch that is a good venue on a summer afternoon.
Brockenhurst is an ancient area which is echoed by the beautiful church which dates from Norman times. The interior of the church is cool and quite fascinating, it houses many treasures. A tower was added to the church at a later date which is thought to have been around 1781.
This is an area in which it is well worth spending time, there are wonderful walks in the forest and lovely old shops to be explored in the little villages and hamlets which inhabit this refreshing and magical region.
Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.
Distances and directions below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner
Recommended attractions near Brockenhurst
| The New Forest | (3.0 miles, 4.7 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Spinners Garden | (3.0 miles, 4.8 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Bolton's Bench | (3.8 miles, 6.2 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Beaulieu National Motor Museum | (5.3 miles, 8.5 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Beaulieu Palace House | (5.4 miles, 8.6 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| New Forest Otter, Owl and Wildlife Park | (5.7 miles, 9.2 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Beaulieu Abbey | (5.8 miles, 9.3 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Furzy Gardens | (5.9 miles, 9.5 km, direction N) | Pictures |
| Longdown Activity Farm | (6.1 miles, 9.7 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Eling Tide Mill | (7.6 miles, 12.2 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Hurst Castle | (7.8 miles, 12.5 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Hurst Lighthouse | (7.8 miles, 12.5 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Exbury Gardens | (7.8 miles, 12.6 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Highcliffe Castle | (8.2 miles, 13.2 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Yarmouth Castle | (8.5 miles, 13.7 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
All attractions in BrockenhurstAll attractions in HampshireComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Brockenhurst
Boldre, in the county of Hampshire (2.7 miles, 4.4 km, direction S)
This is a beautiful village situated a short distance from the edge of the New Forest National Park and the shoreline of Lymington, in the Solent.
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Pilley, in the county of Hampshire (3.3 miles, 5.3 km, direction SE)
The attractive village of Pilley lies in a landscape famous for its scenic beauty, it encompasses a vast variety of valley's, hills, downs and the glorious New Forest National Park.
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Lyndhurst, in the county of Hampshire (3.7 miles, 6.0 km, direction N)
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Lymington, in the county of Hampshire (4.5 miles, 7.2 km, direction S)
A lovely Georgian port town on the Solent and at the edge of The New Forest, Hampshire. Lymington is a popular sailing resort...
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South Baddesley, in the county of Hampshire (4.8 miles, 7.7 km, direction SE)
This is a small picturesque hamlet at the edge of the New Forest National Park overlooking the Solent towards the Isle-of-Wight.
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Beaulieu, in the county of Hampshire (5.2 miles, 8.4 km, direction E)
This lovely village is set in the lush greenery of the New Forest where a pretty village street leads to the banks of the Beaulieu River at the point at which it opens up as an estuary.
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Burley, in the county of Hampshire (5.6 miles, 9.1 km, direction W)
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Minstead, in the county of Hampshire (5.8 miles, 9.3 km, direction N)
This is a delightful New Forest village which was once described as "the place where Mint grew" it is a beautiful unspoilt place with a church which looks as though it is shaped from a collection of cottages.
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New Milton, in the county of Hampshire (5.9 miles, 9.4 km, direction SW)
New Milton is a small sea-side town, with a variety of shops ranging from the charismatic old-fashioned department store Bradbeers, to modern shops such as New Look and Woolworths.
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Milford on Sea, in the county of Hampshire (6.5 miles, 10.5 km, direction S)
The advent of the railways brought the Victorians flocking the enjoy the delights of Milford beach, which is mostly sand and shingle and from which, safe bathing can be enjoyed.
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Keyhaven, in the county of Hampshire (6.7 miles, 10.8 km, direction S)
The village is lovely and peaceful with moorings for boats along the quayside and unrivalled views across to the Isle of Wight and Hurst Castle.
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Exbury, in the county of Hampshire (7.9 miles, 12.8 km, direction E)
Standing close to the saltmarshes and creeks along the Beaulieu River, in an area of outstanding natural beauty, Exbury must be one of the most captivating villages for miles around.
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Highcliffe, in the county of Dorset (8.0 miles, 12.9 km, direction SW)
Highcliffe village is surrounded by sweeping beaches backed by gorse-clad low cliffs from which the visitor can enjoy superb vista's of rolling frothy waves tumbling into Christchurch Bay.
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Totton, in the county of Hampshire (8.1 miles, 13.1 km, direction NE)
Totton is a small town lying close to Southampton Water with easy access to the picturesque New Forest National Park, making it a desirable place to stay for anyone wishing to explore both coast and countryside.
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Fritham, in the county of Hampshire (8.2 miles, 13.2 km, direction NW)
Fritham is an idyllic New Forest village, which was mentioned in the Doomsday Book. It is quite off the beaten track in an area where visitors can enjoy a peaceful atmosphere amongst lovely natural surroundings.
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All towns in HampshireComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Brockenhurst Station | (0.2 miles, 0.4 km) |
| Sway Station | (2.9 miles, 4.7 km, direction SW) |
| M27 Junction 1 | (7.1 miles, 11.4 km, direction N) |
| M27 Junction 2 | (9.1 miles, 14.7 km, direction N) |
| Bournemouth Airport | (11.4 miles, 18.4 km, direction W) |
| Southampton Airport | (13.4 miles, 21.5 km, direction NE) |
| Brockenhurst to London | (79.0 miles, 127.1 km, direction NE) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Brockenhurst
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Brockenhurst center |
| Watersplash Hotel | (0.1 miles, 0.1 km) |
| Careys Manor Hotel | (0.2 miles, 0.4 km) |
| Forest Park Hotel | (0.5 miles, 0.8 km) |
| Balmer Lawn | (0.7 miles, 1.1 km) |
| Rhinefield House Hotel | (2.4 miles, 3.9 km, direction NW) |
| Lyndhurst Park Hotel | (3.7 miles, 5.9 km, direction N) |
| Best Western The Crown Hotel | (3.7 miles, 6.0 km, direction N) |
| Best Western Forest Lodge Hotel | (4.0 miles, 6.4 km, direction N) |
| Beaulieu Hotel | (4.0 miles, 6.5 km, direction NE) |
| The White Buck Inn | (4.4 miles, 7.1 km, direction W) |
| All hotels in Brockenhurst |
