Ancient folklore and fairies, white witches and wildlife, this part of the New Forest National Park is peerless in its old world charm.
YHA New Forest, formerly YHA Burley, has been recently refurbished for 2017, with improvements to bedrooms, bathrooms and communal spaces to give the hostel a fabulous facelift ahead of the summer season.
The hostel is located in a peaceful setting close to activities and the seaside, making it a great option for cheap family holidays and weekend breaks.
Don't miss the many beer and cider festivals throughout the year - you might even catch the odd pagan ritual.
The New Forest is nearby, great for all kinds of activity breaks, including walking, horse riding and pony trekking with plenty of routes for cycling holidays.
Or if you fancy water sports, take a canoe out onto the nearby Beaulieu River.
A ten-minute walk from us brings you to the thatched cottages, tea rooms and cider farm of Burley.
As you stroll around, passing the New Forest Ponies and cattle that freely roam, you