The village has an unrivalled range of shops to supply your needs, from organic vegetables, fresh baked breads, local meat and game to fine wines and excellent cheeses. Brockenhurst boats a delightful variety of pubs and restaurants to suit any pocket, style and appetite, so have fun in exploring its gourmet delights. Il Palio is close to the railway station, housed in the engine shed with some of the original equipment on view. It provides excellent Italian food. The Thatched Cottage offers a fine gourmet menu. Le Poussin provides the best of French cuisine. Le Blaireau is a more informal bistro. The Rose & Crown is an old coaching inn that offers good beer and has an extensive menu. You will not leave the Snakecatcher hungry. The Foresters’ Arms is the locals local. You can play golf on an 18 hole course at Brokenhurst Manor, hire a bicycle, go horse riding, watch polo, enjoy our local football ground or play bowls. There is excellent sailing from nearby Lymington or Milford-on-Sea.
