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Gastropub NF
£20 to
£30 The Bell Inn
Location Brook, Nr. Lyndhurst, SO43 7HE t: 0844 683 1751 w:
www.bellinnbramshaw.co.uk e:
bell@bramshaw.co.uk
The Bell Inn is a family-owned historic hideaway tucked away in the picturesque hamlet of Brook. Surrounded by the New Forest, with two on-site golf courses, this is an enchanting gastropub complete with charming accommodation – a truly wonderful place to stay.
Food Served: Mon-Sun noon-9.30pm
A firm favourite with locals, who regularly return for the excellent food and atmosphere, the menus at this two-AA-rosetted restaurant are prepared by the locally renowned, award-winning head chef using seasonal ingredients from the New Forest and the surrounding country estate. A choice of à la carte, table d’hote and bar menus – as well as daily specials – means there is something for everyone, no matter what the time of day. The sommelier also has a wide range of wines to complement the cuisine – all the more reason to stay and relax awhile.
A combination of elegance and warm hospitality makes The Bell
Inn a superb year-round choice for dining. Whether you settle down in front of a roaring log fire in the bustling bar, or are lucky enough to be able to enjoy the garden and terrace in the sunshine, a memorable time is guaranteed. With a licence for weddings, private dining and event hire, along with the 27 en-suite rooms and two golf courses, visitors can happily eat, stay or play in this unbeatable establishment.
Gastropub NF
£20 to
£30 The Snakecatcher
Location Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst, SO42 7RL t: 0844 683 1753 w:
www.thesnakecatcher.co.uk e:
info@thesnakecatcher.co.uk
Deep in the forest, you’ll find The Snakecatcher. Rich in history, the New Forest was the home of gardener, local drinker and all-round curious character Harry ‘Brusher’ Mills – born in 1840 and famed for capturing an alleged 30,000 forest snakes. Named after this legendary local resident, The Snakecatcher – a reincarnated pub that is now a rustic yet stylish bar and eatery – will gladly serve up a host of exquisite delights to forest residents and mysterious travellers alike.
Open: Mon-Sat 11am-11pm; Sun noon-10.30pm
A recent refurbishment has bestowed a warm, cosy and inviting feel upon this charming establishment, which prides itself on presenting top-notch food, first- rate service and a friendly atmosphere. Starter dishes, prepared with fresh produce, include seared foie gras on caramelised chicory tart, while mains are along the lines of pan-fried calf’s liver with crispy bacon, mash and onion gravy, or roasted butternut squash risotto with Parmesan tuille and wild rocket. Highly recommended is the
‘Hot Rocks’ experience, which gives diners the chance to get stuck into cooking their own mixed grill, duck breast, tuna steak or perhaps even a halloumi and aubergine tian with volcanic rocks brought to the table. Finish it all off with a pint of fantastic local ale and depart happy in the knowledge that you have been part of a legend, just for one day.
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