General Information
Sauna
We have a wonderful wood-fired sauna here on site!
Come warm up with us for an hour or two! Exclusive use bookings available on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sundays. (4 Persons capacity - booking essential!). Please contact hello@theretreatnewforest.co.uk with queries or questions.
Four Legged Guests
Our bedrooms, cafe and restaurant are all doggie friendly. Please do bring them along on your adventure. Dogs are also welcome on the grounds, we just ask that you clean up after your fury friend and have allocated bins for dog waste on the grounds.
Grounds
We have beautiful grounds which you are welcome to wander around during your stay. Meander the cut paths through the long grass, or around the adjoining fields. Find our hidden treasures around the grounds like the Victorian Walled Garden and Setter’s Cottage, or simply take a bean bag out onto the lawn and bask in nature.
Further afield - why not explore the ancient New Forest (4 miles away) and the rugged coast line (3.5 miles away)
Trains & Cycling
Trains: Hinton Admiral (5-8 mins drive) and New Milton (10-15 mins drive) train stations are the two closest stations to The Retreat, with access to Bournemouth and Christchurch or into the forest and direct links to London. Please note, we are on the main road (A35) and do not recommend walking to the stations. Local taxi services will be happy to take you for a very reasonable fee. We recommend using United Taxis (01202 556677)
Cycling: We have great access into the New Forest and surrounding villages, just please bear in mind that we are situated on the A35 so do plan your route and safety prior to arrival. You are more than welcome to bring your bike with you to The Retreat and we do have a bike rack out front for you to store your bikes. Please bring your own bike locks.
The Retreat Management Team cannot accept responsibility for any bikes left overnight.
Parking
We have ample free parking out the front of The Retreat for the use of guests and visitors to The Retreat. Should the front park be full, we do have an overflow car park to the side of the building however, please note that the car park fills up quickly and is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Accessibility
The Retreat ground floor is accessible for wheelchair users via any of the front entrances. There is a ground floor toilet and the restaurant has a disabled access toilet. Our surrounding grounds are flat and wheelchair accessible however, please note all bedrooms and treatment rooms are only accessible by stairs.
Find us
The Retreat New Forest, Lyndhurst Road, Hinton, Christchurch, BH23 7EF
Colin Nash Restaurant
Opening times
Monday - Friday: 12 pm - 2:30 pm | 6 pm - 9 pm
Saturday - 12 pm - 9 pm
Sunday - 12 pm - 4 pm
Local, seasonal produce, authentically cooked
This culinary gem is the brainchild of Colin Nash, an award-winning chef boasting three decades of culinary expertise and a deep-rooted commitment to local, sustainable, and seasonal fare. The menu is a testament to his devotion to modern cuisine, featuring a delightful array of classic, seasonal dishes crafted with an abundance of fresh, locally-sourced produce.
We love local
Colin is an ardent supporter of the local producers, forging close partnerships with passionate nearby suppliers. The succulent wild venison is sustainably sourced, from The Hinton Admiral Estate. Exceptional local farms supply the premium meats, and as for seafood, we receive direct deliveries from the skilled fishermen at Mudeford Quay.
We take pride in offering a fine selection of local tipples. Drop the Anchor brewery provides us with their exceptional ales, while the artisan cider, Dickies Dribble, hails from Harrow Wood Farm in the New Forest.
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The Fig Café
Opening times
Monday - Sunday 9am - 3pm
Where to find us
We're in the middle of the building with the big blackboard outside our front door! Any issues, just follow the sound of our noisy coffee grinder or our charming Mancunian monotones.
What to expect
We are a fully equipped cafe offering Hot & Cold Breakfasts and Lunches, Speciality Barista Coffees and other delicious/nutritious goodness.
We don't sacrifice flavour or nutrition, though - our entire menu is made from scratch in-house using locally sourced, seasonal and organic ingredients. At the moment we're particularly enjoying a warming ayurvedic dhal (followed by a freshly baked cinnamon bun of course).
We like having conversations about what we do and are always looking to improve things: so if you do come through to see us please don't hesitate to ask about anything from our supply chains, our coffee blends or the way we cook things!
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Fine Tuning Treatments
Opening hours
By appointment only.
Where to find us
Our suite of treatment rooms is situated in the loft.
We offer a selection of treatments including
Massage - Full body, hands and feet, hot and cold stones
Facials - Holistic hydrating botanicals
Reflexology - Specialist deep acupressure massage for your feet
Energy Vibes Reiki
Bespoke treatments just for you
About us
We are a collective of highly trained and professional therapists providing holistic and blissful experiences. Choose from a selection of treatments below, looking for something different? We can also tailor-make any treatment you may wish to receive. We love and have selected the most beautiful vegan, clean and green, ethically sourced and produced products for you. Please confirm whether you have any allergies or health conditions on your consultation form.
We kindly request that you give us as much notice as possible to allocate you to your perfect Therapist. We love what we do and take great pride and integrity to bring you the highest quality service.
Classes, Retreats, Events
A selection of classes available includes:
Yoga - Gong Baths - Qigong - Kundalini Yoga - Tai Chi - Reiki - Qoya - Pilates - Drumming Sessions - Conscious Clubbing - Sound Therapy - Cacao Ceremonies - Vinyasa Flow - Mindfulness - Guided Meditation - Breathwork.
You can view the full calendar on our What’s On page - click here
Where to find us
Classes are held in The South Studio and The Centre Studio situated on the ground floor or Pilates in The Barn. which can be accessed via the car park to the left side of the building.
Upcoming Classes, retreats, and events
