Fordingbridge is a small country town on the banks of the River Avon. It was recorded in the Domesday Book and derives its name from ‘Forde’ and ‘Bridge’. The first Great Bridge, build in medieval times, is up stream from the ford is a major feature of the town with its seven graceful arches. Fordingbridge boasts many trades such as brickmaking, pottery and textiles. The town has developed into a wonderful place for visitors with its beautiful scenery, nature havens, cycleways and welcoming people. Population 6,000
Attraction
Alderholt Mill
Breamore Countryside Museum
Breamore House and Museum
Miz Maze
Rockbourne Roman Villa
Camping
Croft Cottage Camping
Hill Cottage Farm Camping and Caravan Park
Sandy Balls Holiday Village
Tom's Field
Cottage
Dentist
Doctor
Cranborne Practice
The Fordingbridge Surgery
Market
Fordingbridge Country Market
Fordingbridge Indoor Market
Indoor Market
Pub and Bar
Bat & Ball
Churchill Arms
Crown Inn
Royal Oak
Restaurant
Augustus John
Bat & Ball
Hour Glass
Rose & Thistle
Royal Oak
Surma Valley Indian Restaurant
School
Self-Catering
Alderholt Mill
Featherdown Farm
Sunset Place
Solicitor
Taxi
Express Cars
Fordingbridge Cars
Vet
Sports Clubs
Alderholt TC (Tennis)
Fordingbridge RC (Rugby Union)
Ringwood & Fordingbridge Judo Club (Martial Arts)
Shops
Ytene Gardens
A J Bass
Vivienne's
Collier Trading
The Stables Tearoom
The Fig Tree
Nelson's Delicatessen
The Cottage Loaf
J May & Son
D J Price Butchers
Philpotts Fish & Chip Shop
The Perfect Gift Co
Fordingbridge Bookshop
Jessica Fashions
Hockeys Farm Shop
Woodland Wonders
Activities
Country Lanes(Cycling)
Arniss Livery Stables(Riding)
Fir Tree Farm Equestrian Centre(Riding)
New Forest Water Park(Water Sports)
Places to Stay near Fordingbridge
Augustus John (0.86 miles)
The Augustus John, formerly known as The Railway Hotel, is located on the edge of The New Forest and is within minutes of some of the most beautiful sights in ... More
Three Lions (The) (0.87 miles)
A family run English 'Auberge' dating back to the 17th Century, set in the beautiful New Forest National Park. A Hidden Gem where you can come and go without the formality of a hotel. Let ... More | visit website
Kingfisher Retreat (1.32 miles)
Kingfisher Retreat has its own secluded lodge with stunning views over
our own spring fed lake and landscape gardens.
The Cottage and the Lodge are of a high standard and quality.
Kingfisher Retreat is within the New Forest, ... More
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Alderholt Mill (1.94 miles)
Cottage Crest (2.11 miles)
White Wing at Compasses Inn Cottages (2.91 miles)
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Just 3 miles from the New Forest National Park, these two newly converted cottages nestle in the heart of the ancient village of Damerham – its Norman ... More
High Corner Inn (3.51 miles)
The High Corner Inn has seven double rooms with en-suite bathrooms. All rooms have colour television plus tea and coffee making facilities. The rooms have recently been tastefully decorated and are maintained to the highest ... More | visit website
Wheelers Cottage (4.05 miles)
The Bull (4.61 miles)
Woodfalls Inn (4.88 miles)
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