Discover the New Forest through our Taste of the New Forest Trail, featured in the 2026 Hampshire Fare Local Produce Guide.

The Trail brings together a wonderful selection of Hampshire Fare members across the New Forest, showcasing local food, drink, attractions, places to stay and experiences that make this such a special part of Hampshire.

From independent producers and food businesses to welcoming pubs, hotels, visitor attractions and other local experiences, the Trail is a great way to discover somewhere new – whether you’re planning a day out, a weekend stay or simply looking for somewhere different to explore.

We’re delighted to have worked with New Forest District Council to shine a light on the businesses that contribute so much to the local economy and community.

The New Forest is beautiful in every season, but autumn brings its own special character, from changing colours and woodland walks to seasonal produce and the start of pannage. So why not use the Trail as inspiration to get out and explore, discover some of our wonderful local businesses and enjoy a taste of the New Forest along the way?

Our Taste of the New Forest Map has been created in partnership with New Forest District Council and can be found in the 2026 Local Produce Guide.


Meet our New Forest Members

820 Spirits

Environmentally friendly high-quality spirits using locally sourced botanicals creating the very best of flavours.

Acorn Place Shop and Deli at Sandy Balls

A family adventure holiday park with an extensive farm shop offering the highest quality local produce to all.

B58 Winery

New winery based in the New Forest, producing award-winning UK still wines.

BearWood

BearWood is devoted to creating a new life for local timber beyond woodchips. We offer the following core services; Tree Surgery, Mobile Sawmilling, Timber Sales, and Bespoke Woodwork.

Beaulieu Chocolate Studio

Beaulieu Chocolate Studio – Contemporary Handcrafted Chocolate – Chocolate bars, Chocolate boxes and Chocolate Gifts.

Burley Manor

A Manor House hotel offering something truly unique in the New Forest. Somewhere you can come to enjoy stunning food, luxurious spa treatments, and tranquil stays in its individually designed boutique rooms and suites.

Careys Manor Hotel and Senspa

Perfect for grownup getaways, Careys Manor is a spa hotel with heritage nestled in the ancient New Forest.

Chewton Glen

Chewton Glen is a 5-star country house hotel with an award-winning restaurant, spa, gym, pool and 130 acres of land.

Comax UK

Expert supplier of commercial catering and janitorial products, proudly offering thousands of sustainable options to Hampshire and surrounding counties.

Countryside Education Trust

A residential learning centre located on a working farm. We also have a rental cottage, Pop up shop and events.

Court House Catering

Courthouse Catering have been providing a quality catering service in Southampton and the surrounding areas since the 1980s.

Crow Farm Shop and cafe

A family-run business in Ringwood, Crow Farm Shop supplies all kinds of high-quality produce across the New Forest and Hampshire.

Danestream Farm Shop

Serving the local community for over 30 years, Danestream Farm Shop is run by traditional, vastly experienced Master Butchers.

East End Arms

A traditional English pub renowned for its exceptional food, locally brewed ales, and warm, welcoming bedrooms. Owned since 1990 by John Illsley of Dire Straits, this much-loved spot has built a loyal following thanks to its authentic character

Everton Stores and Post Office

Everton Stores and Post Office is situated in Everton Village and they stock a varied range of local produce!

Ewelina’s Home Pantry

Homemade preserves, pickles and condiments made with love in the New Forest, using high-quality local ingredients to create unforgettable tastes!

First Stop Catering and Hygiene Supplies

First Stop Catering & Hygiene supplies are a family run business providing catering, cleaning & hygiene supplies for over 30years.

Fordingbridge Fudge

Fordingbridge Fudge are producers of traditional, luxury homemade fudge using locally sourced milk and cream.

Forest Edge Roasting Co.

Forest Edge Roasting is based in Lyndhurst, the New Forest and seeks to bring exceptional coffee to the South Coast.

Harvest Fine Foods

Harvest is a local, privately owned, independent delivered food service company.

Harveys of Hythe

Family run shop established in 2007, selling freshly filled baguettes, sandwiches, sweets & New Forest ice cream.

Lime Wood Hotel

Set in the heart of the New Forest, Lime Wood is a luxury country house hotel with a difference – the perfect secluded hideaway.

Live Edge Wood

Bespoke wood and resin gifts and furniture hand crafted from New Forest live edge wood.

Meadowbrook Produce

Meadowbrook Produce prides itself on the quality and standard of its products.

Naked Jam

Artisan bespoke jam/savoury preserves producer.

New Forest and Hampshire County Show

New Forest & Hampshire County Show is proud to support the work of Hampshire Fare through its Local Produce Market.

New Forest Botanics

New Forest Botanics is a local company producing a beautiful toiletry range for hospitality & retailers in Hampshire.

New Forest Food Festival

Welcome to the New Forest Food Festival – the perfect family festival.

New Forest Shortbread

Delicious shortbread made in the heart of the New Forest. Now available to buy on-line https://www.newforestshortbread.co.uk

New Forest Spirits

Based in the heart of the New Forest at Hangersley near Ringwood and established in 2018, New Forest Spirits is the first New Forest distillery to be located within the National Park’s boundary.

New Forest Spring Water

As the name suggests, New Forest Spring Water is based in the heart of the National Park.

The New Forest Tea Co.

Award winning family run tea company based in Lyndhurst, producing ethically sourced, plastic free tea bags.

New Forest Wild and Exotic Mushrooms

New Forest Wild and Exotic Mushrooms are suppliers of locally grown and cultivated exotic mushrooms, wild foraged local truffles and mushrooms, foraged wild foods and New Forest mushroom forays.

Olives Direct

Olives Direct produce quality, freshly prepared foods that capture the authentic flavours of the Mediterranean at its very best!

PIG BEER

We’re two brothers and a cousin who share more than a surname – we all love good beer. So we created PIG BEER at a former pig farm in the heart of the New Forest.

Smoke and Taco

Street food vender serving up L.A Style Birria tacos and Mexican street food using the best fresh and local ingredients.

Sunnyfields

Sunnyfields grows and sells a wide range of fruits, vegetables and herbs, and has an onsite butchery.

The Alice Lisle

Country pub nestled in the heart of the New Forest National Park serving locally-sourced dishes and an imaginative specials board.

The Cocoa Trading Co.

We produce a range of chocolate and confectionery products, including bars, truffles and dipped confections. We retail these at our shop as well as producing for wholesale, with white labelling an option.

The Comanche Barbecue

We are a mobile Texas inspired barbecue vendor specializing in the best smoked and barbecued meats & sides supplied by our local butcher and serving events/weddings/pop up/ micro brewery/ fares and festivals

The Fabulous Catch Company

Catch sets about giving customers excellent food, whist supporting local fish markets.

The Farmers Butcher

Husband and wife Mike and Sarah Alexander are proud owners of this thriving retail farm shop and butchers.

The Fox and Hounds

A Fuller’s pub based in the heart of the New Forest serving delicious locally-sourced food.

The Gun Inn

A beautiful pub restored to its original charm offering a fantastic range of local produce across their menus.

The Montagu Arms Hotel

Dating back to 1742, The Montagu Arms is a luxury hotel in the New Forest and is the ideal venue for romantic weekend breaks, beautiful weddings, conferences and meetings.

The New Forest Candle Company

Established in the idyllic New Forest, we are proud artisans with a common goal, to elevate everyday moments by bringing the ethereal beauty of nature into the home.

The New Forest Fruit Company

The New Forest Fruit Company specialise in producing the earliest, sweetest strawberries and asparagus to be found in the UK.

The New Forest Hamper Company

Award-winning hampers chosen by you, created by us, perfect for them. Shop online or visit our Sway shop

The New Forest Hotel

For superb pub food in the New Forest, head to the pub of the same name.

The Noble Bee

We produce exceptional quality, award winning, delicious single origin New Forest Honey, from hives specially located in Wild areas.

THE PIG

This charming 30-bedroom country house hotel in Brockenhurst is unashamedly described as ‘a restaurant with rooms’.

The Real Jam and Chutney Company

Based in the New Forest, Real Jam & Chutney Company is forging a new way for social enterprises to be run: with and by people with learning disabilities. Traditional methods, delicious preserves, life changing opportunities.

The Rising Sun

Nestled in the heart of the beautiful New Forest, The Rising Sun is a gem of a country pub!

The White Buck

Situated in Burley, a village in the heart of the New Forest, The White Buck, is a charming country house.

Village Veg

Set in the heart of Brockenhurst, Village Veg brings to you fresh vegetables and fruit, local cheeses and ambient produce.

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