Ringwood (England) Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
historic market town and civil parish in Hampshire, England
About Ringwood (England)
Founded by West Saxons, Ringwood's name probably means "border wood", referring to its natural environment and position near the Hampshire-Dorset boundary. In a charter of 961 CE, it was recorded that King Edgar the Peaceful gave some of the town's land to an Oxfordshire monastery. This uncontested act by a king known for his calm pleasantness rather set the tone for Ringwood: during subsequent centuries, nothing much happened. Whereas nearbyBurleyhad to contend with a milk-crazed dragon, and other parts of theNew Forestbore witness to medieval regicide, Ringwood was quietly busy becoming a prosperous market town. The market has been held weekly for as long as anyone can remember — certainly since at least the 14th century — and the major industry besides tourism is a well-known real ale b
Top Attractions in Ringwood (England)
Explore the best things to see and do in Ringwood (England):
- ★Avon Heath Country Park
- ★Bagnum Equestrian Centre
- ★Blashford Lakes Nature Reserve
- ★Cycle Hire
- ★Fishing in Moors Lake
- ★Go Ape
- ★Golf
- ★Hawks in the Forest
Where to Eat in Ringwood (England)
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Café Velo
- 🍴Fromage to Yours
- 🍴Indian Tree
- 🍴Price's Fish And Chips
- 🍴The Old Cottage
Where to Stay in Ringwood (England)
- 🏨Dunnroaming
- 🏨Fernwood Glamping
- 🏨Moortown Lodge
- 🏨Premier Inn
Ringwood (England) Travel Guide Sections
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