A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE OLD STATION TEA ROOMS, HOLMSLEY. INCLUDING A GUIDED WALK ALONG THE "OLD ROAD"

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Horses and ponies could be heard charging around the hills, the overhead cawing of crows and the delicate watery sound of streams running alongside the path all mean that this is a lively landscape to stroll through. In the late 1800’s the eldest son of Queen Victoria, Prince Edward, frequently disembarked at Holmsley with his then mistress, Lillie Langtry, enroute to their exclusive residence in Bournemouth. They never seemed bothered by us in the slightest and Poppy is used to seeing different animals now so she’s not bothered by them anymore either.

Tea Rooms Holmsley, Burley Breakfast Menu - The Old Station Tea Rooms Holmsley, Burley

He added: "With half term this week there have been the first signs or glimmers of trade coming back but it just not there.

Visit The Old Stationhouse Tea Rooms at Holmsley and enjoy freshly cooked food and refreshments in the heart of the New Forest. Go through the gate and turn left then sharp left again to keep the Inclosure and old embankment on the left. I did the walk in Autumn and the scenery was awash with orange ferns, luscious red rosehips, vibrant tayberries and blackberries, and more mushrooms than I was able to identify. For me and the business here, when we get to Mother's Day it means we have survived another year because the winter is quiet. It was located where the line met the A35, the main route from Christchurch to Southampton, and referred to (until 1894) as Christchurch Road.

The Old Station Tea Rooms Holmsley

It starts from the car park at Longslade View on the road between Setley and Burley at Map ref SU 279002. It’s not at all stuffy; the setting is refined country luxury where attentive staff and a relaxed ambience enhance an indulgent afternoon. At the top and before entering the wood cross an area of grass then follow a track which keeps left of a prominent silver birch tree. From breakfast through to dinner, Rosie Lea House is a destination to while away the hours sipping on local wine and ales.This has changed little from its original appearance, and is now a busy and popular tea rooms which serve breakfast, lunch, snacks and drinks. We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues.