Nestling against the side of the New Forest is the village of Plaitford which today is in the County of Hampshire, this has not always been the case though as for a time it was in Wiltshire(until around 1895). An area which is rich in history tracing its roots back to Stone Age times, although the forest was never used for occupation around the periphery is evidence of Stone Age man and with Roman archaeology still found today in the area. Today the New Forest is some 67,000 acres, managed by the Forestry Commission and is a huge attraction for visitors throughout the year. Plaitford is around 5 miles off Junction 2 of the motorway and is therefore easily accessible for the provincial centres of the South Coast, Winchester, Basingstoke and Southampton all within easy access. The original village of Plaitford lay to the north of the River Blackwater, the church of St Peter lies close to the border with Wiltshire and dates back to the 13th century whilst some of the original village properties date back to the 17th and18th century. However there is the Shoe Inn and if you find yourself in the area then a trip here will be rewarded with some excellent architecture dating back to around 1420, on a cold and wet day who can possibly resist enjoying spending time in front of a roaring fire with friends and a few drinks!
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Places to Stay near Plaitford
The Shoe Inn (0.24 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
New Forest Lodge Hotel (1.36 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 (1.52 miles)
Englewood B & B (1.53 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
Woodpeckers Bed & Breakfast (2.91 miles)
Welcome you to Woodpeckers family run bed and breakfast with a home from home atmosphere. A warm welcome is always extended to all of our guests.We are 10 minutes from the small market town of ... More | visit websiteWoodpeckers B & B (2.91 miles)
Our Bed and Breakfast is separate from ... More | visit website
The Fountain Inn (3.25 miles)
Premier Inn Southampton West (3.27 miles)
Ideally located within easy reach of the M27. Local attractions include Paultons Park, Southampton Docks, the New Forest and Beaulieu National Motor museum. Southampton Docks and West Quay shopping centre are a short drive away. Our ... More | visit websiteMortimer Arms Hotel (3.36 miles)
The Mortimer Arms Hotel - an establishment with a difference. This Victorian building has been fully refurbished combining a unique blend of old world charm and modern sophistication.
After a long ... More
Newton Farmhouse (3.50 miles)
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