July 2026 Spotlight
Rethinking Corporate Retreats with The New Forest Hotels, a collection of hotels in the New Forest
At nexusvenue, we are always trying to bring something different to our clients. When planning your next corporate event, it is easy to default to the standard city-centre conference room.
This month, we are focusing on the New Forest hotels and Incentives to show you how a breath of fresh countryside air can transform your business outcomes.
Just 89 minutes from London Waterloo by train, the New Forest National Park combines wild, sweeping landscapes with effortless accessibility. We are shining a spotlight on a spectacular independent group of four boutique hotels hidden in the heart of the forest.
Whether you need an exclusive-use manor house, an outdoor activity hub, or a peaceful space for executive leadership training, this collection has a property tailored to your precise business goals.
Meet The Collection: 4 Properties, 4 Corporate Personalities
The New Forest Hotels consists of four distinct historic properties. Each offers tailored Day Delegate and Residential packages designed to keep your team energised and focused.
Bartley Lodge – Best for Leadership Breaks & Strategy
● The Vibe: An elegant, Grade II listed country house steeped in historic charm and surrounded by 8 acres of beautifully landscaped, private grounds.
● Corporate Edge: The tranquil, historic atmosphere removes distractions entirely. It provides the ideal backdrop for high-level boardroom meetings, long-term strategy sessions, and executive leadership alignment.
● 39 bedrooms
● Casual dinner concept – Bistro style
● 3 Meeting/Event spaces for a maximum of 100 delegates in a theatre style or 48 delegates in a cabaret style
● Indoor pool
Burley Manor (Burley) – Best for VIP Rewards & Incentives
● The Vibe: A spectacular baronial estate dating back to 1852, set against a stunning sanctuary populated by free-roaming red deer.
● Corporate Edge: If you are looking to reward top-tier performance or impress stakeholders, this hidden sanctuary is the ultimate choice. It features highly tailored corporate hospitality, spectacular architecture, and sophisticated, forest-inspired dining.
● 41 luxurious bedrooms and Suites
● 3 Meeting/Event spaces for a maximum of 100 delegates in a Theatre style or 46 delegates in a cabaret style
● Outdoor pool (seasonal)
Forest Lodge (Lyndhurst) – Best for Training Days & Conferences
● The Vibe: A stylish, contemporary townhouse hotel located right on the edge of the bustling forest “capital” of Lyndhurst.
● Corporate Edge: This is the group’s highly functional business workhorse. It features highly versatile, air-conditioned meeting spaces with floor-to-ceiling windows. After a productive afternoon, teams can unwind in the indoor heated swimming pool or gather at the award-winning grill restaurant.
● 36 bedrooms
● 3 versatile Meeting spaces for maximum 100 delegates in a Theatre style or 50 delegates in a cabaret style
● Indoor pool
Beaulieu Hotel (Beaulieu) – Best for Large Away Days & Active Retreats
● The Vibe: A wonderfully bright and airy hotel surrounded by open heathland, frequently visited by free-roaming New Forest ponies.
● Corporate Edge: This property is built for energy, collaboration, and large-scale team-building events. It sits directly adjacent to The Drift Inn, a spacious country pub perfect for informal networking, evening drinks, and relaxed, post-activity dinners.
● 35 bedrooms
● 3 Meeting/Event spaces for a maximum of 250 delegates in a Theatre style or 96 delegates in a cabaret style
● Indoor pool
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