Summer Wellness Programme
Discover The Retreat New Forest's Summer Wellness Programme with yoga, Pilates, breathwork, sound healing, fitness classes and workshops throughout August 2026. Set in the heart of the New Forest, our welcoming wellbeing sanctuary offers classes for all abilities. No membership required—book your place and invest in your wellbeing today.
Harvest Festival
Celebrate Harvest Festival as we bring our brewing journey full circle, using grain from last year’s crop for our first seasonal brew. As the seasons change, we’ll also be sowing this year’s seed ahead of our annual ploughing event with the New Forest Vintage Tractor & Engine Society. Expect heritage farming, great beer, live demonstrations, live music, and a strong community spirit—all in support of charity. Save the date and watch this space for more details.
Cher Tribute
Dive into an evening with ''The Dancing Queen'', enjoy a three-course meal with entertainment.
£55 per person, including a three-course meal and entertainment.
(£10 per person non-refundable deposit required upon booking).
Call to book on 01425 200050
New Forest Food Festival
New Forest Food Festival 2026 – Hinton Admiral Estate Weekend
A highlight of the season, the New Forest Food Festival returns to the beautiful Hinton Admiral Estate for a weekend of food, music, and family fun.
Enjoy the perfect family festival atmosphere with live music, street food, artisan produce, and entertainment for all ages. With camping available and a choice of nearby holiday homes and hotel accommodation on the estate, it’s the ideal weekend escape in the heart of the New Forest.
A must-visit event for food lovers and families alike.
Line Dancing in the New Forest
Line Dancing in the New Forest
Pull on your boots and join us for an evening of fun, music and line dancing at Drop the Anchor Brewery with the Funky Sole Line Dancing Club.
Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned dancer, everyone is welcome. Enjoy a relaxed evening with great company, fantastic food, and award-winning beer in the heart of the New Forest.
Come along for a great night of dancing, food, drinks and good times.
Music of the Decades Disco Night
Get ready for a fantastic night of music, dancing, and memories. From the swinging 60’s right through to the naughties, Sara Lee Entertainer will be singing all the biggest hits to keep you on the dance floor all night long.
Come along and enjoy a three-course meal, then sing, dance, and celebrate the music that defines the decades.
Stand Up Comedy
Get ready to laugh out loud at Stand Up Comedy at Drop The Anchor Brewery - an unforgettable evening of live stand-up comedy, great food, and craft beer at Drop The Anchor Brewery. Taking place on Thursday 23rd July 2026 at East Close Farm, Lyndhurst Road, Hinton, Christchurch BH23 7EF, doors open at 6PM with the show starting at 7:30PM. Enjoy top comedy acts, a lively atmosphere, delicious barbecue from Origin Barbecue, and entertainment hosted in partnership with Backroom Productions and Laughing Belly’s. Tickets are just £10 - book now for one of the best live comedy nights in Dorset this summer.
Late Night Tales
Join us for a special listening session celebrating the legendary Late Night Tales series, a collection that has shaped after-hours listening culture for more than two decades. For this edition, we’ll be revisiting the very first release in the series — Another Late Night: Fila Brazillia — played uninterrupted, back-to-back, and in full.
Kombucha Brewing & Infusing Workshop
Join our interactive Kombucha Workshop at The Retreat New Forest. Learn the origins of kombucha, explore home brewing, and enjoy fresh tastings straight from the fermentation jar. Meet our giant SCOBY “Stevie” and see a live brew setup demonstration. Create three unique kombucha infusions using natural herbs, spices, and seasonal ingredients. All materials are included, along with a goody bag and starter kit offers.
DJ BBQ vs ORIGIN BBQ
Join us for DJBBQ vs ORIGINBBQ + Friends, an electrifying two-day Summer Barbecue Hoedown at Origin Barbecue, Drop The Anchor HQ on 27–28 June 2026. Enjoy incredible craft barbecue, live entertainment from Big T's Honkytonk Disco, and a weekend packed with great food, music, and good vibes. Smokehouse Platters are available by pre-order only, while a limited selection of BBQ craft meats, festival sandwiches, and super sides will be available throughout the weekend. Be sure to pre-order and book your dining time to secure your feast.
Unsigned Sessions
Unsigned Sessions – Live Music Night
Join us for an day of live unsigned music at Drop The Anchor Brewery on 6th June.
Featuring performances from:
Still Life
Wesley Bennett
The Daisy Chains
Hosted in collaboration with Backroom Productions.
Event Details
Date: 6th June
Venue: Drop The Anchor Brewery
Entry: Pay What You Can
Food: Origin BBQ on site
A relaxed showcase celebrating emerging artists, local music, and community vibes. Come discover your next favourite band.
Artisan & Farmers Market
Join us at The Retreat New Forest for our Artisan & Farmers Market, celebrating the very best of local makers, creatives, growers and producers in the heart of the New Forest.
Browse a carefully curated selection of handmade goods, homegrown and locally produced food, arts and crafts, and unique finds - all while enjoying a warm and welcoming community atmosphere.
FREE ENTRY
May Bank Holiday Cocktail Party
Spring Bank Holiday Cocktail Party
Celebrate the Spring Bank Holiday in style with an evening of cocktails, live music, and great company at The Retreat.
Enjoy:
2-for-1 Cocktails & Mocktails
Live swing music from Liam White
Complimentary Bucks Fizz on arrival
Free entry
Whether you’re joining friends for drinks or looking for a lively Bank Holiday night out, this promises to be a fantastic evening of entertainment and atmosphere.
Contact & Reservations
Call 01425 205524
or email cnretreat@outlook.com
We look forward to welcoming you!
Bank Holiday Blues
Celebrate the ultimate Bank Holiday blues experience at Bank Holiday Blues — a full day of live blues music, craft beer, BBQ, and smoky riffs at Drop the Anchor Brewery. Taking place on Saturday 23rd May 2026 from 3PM–10PM at Eastclose Farm, Lyndhurst Road, Hinton, this unforgettable event features live performances from Hugh Budden & The Blue Chords, Steamer, and DJ Beerwax, plus special guests throughout the day. Enjoy real ales, authentic barbecue, blues grooves, and festival vibes all weekend long. Perfect for blues lovers, craft beer fans, and live music enthusiasts looking for the best Bank Holiday event in Dorset.
Jason Lee | The Showman Goes On
Join us for an unforgettable evening of live entertainment with Jason Lee as he brings the timeless music and energy of Grease, Saturday Night Fever, and the hits of Frankie Valli to life.
Enjoy a fantastic night of classic show tunes, iconic disco favourites, and outstanding live performance entertainment.
Event Details
Date: Friday 15th May 2026
Arrival Time: 7:00 PM
Price: £58 per person
Includes: 3-course meal and live entertainment
Deposit: £10 per person non-refundable deposit required at booking
Venue
The Retreat
Booking Information
Telephone bookings only: 01425 200050
Don’t miss this spectacular evening — you should be dancing!
New Forest Food Festival
Rich in local produce, artisan foodies and makers, internationally-renowned chefs and restaurants, unique skills and intricate crafts – this is the fantastic New Forest. And we’re bringing it all together across one fun-filled, delicious weekend this Summer…
New Forest Trail Run
The New Forest ½ Marathon - Hinton Admiral Estate is an amazing early-season trail running event set in the exclusive Hinton Admiral Estate in the New Forest National Park which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. We have been given unique access to this unspoilt private estate.
BSSF National Championship Round 3 -23/2024
BSSF National Championships 3 round 2023/2024. Entries are open for our third race weekend of the series. Thanks to NATB Dog Sports, we have access to a new venue this year and we’re looking forward to seeing you all there.
Pass Wide & Slow Awareness Ride 2023
Help promote road safety in your local area and across the country by raising awareness on how to correctly pass vulnerable road users.
New Forest Food Festival
Rich in local produce, artisan foodies and makers, internationally-renowned chefs and restaurants, unique skills and intricate crafts – this is the fantastic New Forest. And we’re bringing it all together across one fun-filled, delicious weekend this Summer…
New Forest Hounds - Horse Show
5 rings-working hunters, M&M workers, local hunting horse/pony, cobs, hunters, riding horses , coloured, ex-racehorse, New Forest, M&M, lead rein, 1st ridden, family pony, veterans all ridden and in-hand, young handler, foreign breeds, New Forest Championship, Supreme Championship.
New Forest Off-Road Half Marathon
If you are looking to kick start your 2023 season the right way then look no further. The New Forest ½ Marathon - Hinton Admiral Estate is an amazing early season trail running event set in the exclusive Hinton Admiral Estate in the New Forest
N.A.T.B Championship 4th Round 2022/2023
N.A.T.B will be hosting the 4th round of their 2022/2023 championship season races inside the stunning grounds just on the edge of the New Forest.
South Coast Van Fest
We would like to invite you to the first South Coast VanFest on the edge of the New Forest and here is what you can expect. An event designed to celebrate life in a van. From how to build the perfect van to what to cook in it!
TentBox Campout 2022
We're super excited to welcome you back for the second TentBox Campout, we're going BIGGER and BETTER than ever before and can't wait to welcome you to our annual celebration! This year we expect between 500 and 1000 TentBoxers to attend.
TentBox Ambassador Weekend
We're hosting our first-ever Ambassador Weekend - something that we will do at the start of every TentBox season going forwards. The event is completely free, and a chance to prepare for the season ahead.
New Forest Off-Road Half Marathon
If you are looking to kick start your 2022 season the right way then look no further. The New Forest ½ Marathon - Hinton Admiral Estate is an amazing early season trail running event set in the exclusive Hinton Admiral Estate in the New Forest