The village of Bransgore (4 miles north of Christchurch) is situated in the far south west corner of the New Forest, although the majority of the village lies outside the new New Forest National Park. The village was not formed until the late 18th century, it is first mentioned in 1759 and is thought to have originated as a stopping off point for sheep herders on their way to the market in Ringwood. It was evidently not much thought of for in 1840 the canon of Winchester described it as a "neglected common with a group of mud cottages, the refuge, for the most part, of those who have been chased from more civilised places"! St.Mary`s was built as a Chapel of Ease in 1823 and underwent considerable rebuilding in 1894 little while after Bransgore became an independent parish in 1875; Henry Wilberforce, son of William Wilberforce, was once the vicar here. The first school was built in 1841, the present school was built in 1894 and the old `National` school building re-built into church rooms. The Three Tuns is a former 17th century farm house converted into a fine village pub at the turn of the C20th. Brick making was an important employer in the area and the humps, bumps and hollows of the workings can be still seen around the village today. Bransgore has come a long way from a collection of "mud cottages" and is now home to around 4500 people who enjoy the Forest and the close proximity of Bournemouth and the coast.
Camping
Harrow Wood Farm Caravan Park
Holmsley
Doctor
Burton Medical Practice
Twin Oaks Medical Centre
Pub and Bar
Carpenters Arms
Crown Inn
Three Tuns
School
Bransgore C of E Primary School
Sopley Primary School
Theatre
Shops
The Coffee House
Elizabeths Bakery
Bransgore Wines
Macpennys Nursery
Jojo's Hair Studio
Pollittbureau Art & Framing
Nicholson Eyecare
Places to Stay near Bransgore
East Close Country Hotel (1.71 miles)
Set within The New Forest National Park, this beautiful country house with on-site gastro pub has over 18 acres of picturesque parkland and bedrooms with a boutique English style. Accommodation is in boutique-style rooms in the ... More | visit website
The Old Vicarage (1.94 miles)
The Fisherman's Haunt (2.03 miles)
Dating back to 1673, this lovely old-world Hotel, steeped in character, offers modern standards of comfort and amenities, excellent freshly cooked food, a superb range of wines and first class ... More
The Manor (2.69 miles)
Tyrrells Ford Country House Hotel (2.72 miles)
Premier Inn Christchurch East (2.72 miles)
Rothesay Hotel (2.95 miles)
Lord Bute Hotel (2.95 miles)
The Lord Bute Hotel Highcliffe is set in true Dorset surroundings between Highcliffe Castle and the New Forset, this oppulant, grand hotel boasts formal yet relaxing attributes. The Lord Bute Hotel's silver service, Double AA ... More
Premier Inn Christchurch / Highcliffe (3.00 miles)
Located in the heart of Highcliffe, within a mile from Highcliffe Castle and the beach. Highcliffe is a short distance away from the New Forest. Bournemouth and Christchurch are also located nearby. Our Premier Inn Christchruch/Highcliffe ... More | visit website
White House (3.05 miles)
On the edge of Hampshire, Dorset and The New Forest, this charming guest house is in the award-winning village of Highcliffe, 5 minutes from the beach. Set within a beautiful Victorian property, ... More
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