Landford is at the edge of the New Forest and was once surrounded by woodlands that were part of the Royal Forest estate. Although a prehistoric pathway crosses the parish of Landford at its south-west corner there is no firm evidence of a settlement here before the Iron Age. The Domesday Book of 1086 indicates a village had begun to flourish with around 20 or 30 people living in a scattered settlement. Today Landford finds itself just off the busy A36, near the Wiltshire border with Hampshire, in an area of mixed farmland and woodland. The old village church fell into such disrepair that a subscription was raised for its replacement and the new church of St Andrew was consecrated in 1858. Parts of the old Norman stone arch and some wooden beams were incorporated into the later building. The village has always prospered due to the the quality of the local land and so many fine houses have been built around Landford. However, it wasn't until 1989 that the village got its first licensed premises when the Landford Poacher opened its doors. The pub is still serving food and drink there's now a saxophonist playing jazz on a Wednesday night!
Camping
Greenhill Farm Camping & Caravan Park
Golf Club
Hamptworth Golf & Country Club
Pub and Bar
School
Landford C of E Primary School
Places to Stay near Landford
Englewood B & B (0.46 miles)
A warm welcome awaits you at Englewood B & B, situated on the edge of the beautiful New Forest National Park, in the village of Landford. We have a lovely ... More
New Forest Lodge Hotel (0.69 miles)
Our independent, 4-star guest accommodation is located just one mile from the edge of the New Forest within the National Park, and within easy reach of Southampton and Salisbury. Whether you are ... More
Forest View (0.78 miles)
The Shoe Inn (1.39 miles)
This 15th century coaching inn, situated just on the edge of the New Forest on the A36, has been welcoming hungry travellers ever since 1430 and is steeped in history.
Today it is a family-run free ... More | visit website
Langley Wood House (2.48 miles)
Langley Wood House is the Dower House on the 3000 acre Hamptworth estate in the northern part of the New Forest and is located in the Natural England SSSI designated ancient woodland which is known ... More | visit website
Newton Farmhouse (2.70 miles)
The Fountain Inn (3.00 miles)
Bell Inn Hotel (3.43 miles)
The relaxed, welcoming atmosphere reflects the peaceful setting of this ... More | visit website
Woodfalls Inn (3.79 miles)
Twin Oaks Guest House (3.96 miles)
This traditional New Forest house, has been extensively altered over the years, but retains many of its original features, such as flagstone floors, exposed oak beams, and an original bread oven in the inglenook fireplace. ... More | visit website
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