New Forest Accessible Accommodation

08/02/2025

💙 10 Reasons to Visit Lymington in a Wheelchair 💙

Lymington is a fantastic destination for everyone, including those using wheelchairs! Here are just a few reasons to visit:

1️⃣ Stunning Accessible Waterfront – Take in the views at the marina and Quay. Flat paths make exploring easy.
2️⃣ Beautiful Quayside Walks – Wander along the Solent Way, perfect for wheelchairs and scooters.
3️⃣ The Saturday Market – Fully accessible and filled with local treats, crafts, and fresh produce.
4️⃣ Accessible Shops & Cafés – Many independent shops and restaurants have step-free access.
5️⃣ Historic Cobbles – Special wheelchair-friendly routes help you explore Lymington’s charming streets.
6️⃣ Accessible Ferries to the Isle of Wight – Plan a smooth day trip from Lymington.
7️⃣ Sea Water Baths – While swimming isn’t wheelchair-friendly, the views and café nearby are fantastic.
8️⃣ The New Forest on Your Doorstep – So many nearby accessible trails to enjoy nature.
9️⃣ Accessible Accommodation – Including our fully equipped Our Bench Cottages, designed with wheelchair users in mind.
🔟 Friendly Local Community – Always welcoming and helpful for visitors.

Lymington offers freedom, beauty, and relaxation for everyone. Book your stay now:
👉 www.ourbench.co.uk

08/02/2025

If you are staying with us in March - the New Forest Marque roadshow is a great place to discover a range of New Forest produce, and grab lunch in a lovely garden centre - with lots of level access.
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The New Forest Marque Spring Roadshow is coming back!
Come along, browse and buy a great selection of delicious food and drink, as well as handmade products from the art and craft members.
It’s the perfect opportunity to support small, local businesses and artists while indulging in produce that has been grown, reared, caught, produced or processed right here on our doorstep.

Sat 8th and Sun 9th March at Everton Nurseries
10am - 4pm. FREE ENTRY

07/02/2025

Sunshine and beaches - Bournemouth is a short drive from our holiday cottages and is another fantastic destination for a day out - with two piers to explore, coastal resturants, Bournmouth Garden - and parking along the sea front for blue badge holders - what else is there to love!

We think Bournemouth is wonderful to visit off season when you can avoid the crowds!

06/02/2025

🌟 10% Off Stays at Little Bench! 🌟

Planning a break before spring fully blooms? 🍃 Book a stay at Little Bench - the ideal accessible cottage for two and enjoy 10% off all bookings arriving before 21st March! 🏡

This charming and cozy retreat is perfect for a peaceful getaway. The best part? The discount is automatically applied, making it even easier to book your escape!

📅 Don’t wait—plan your trip today: www.ourbench.co.uk/selfcatering/littlebench.htm

Relax, recharge, and save! 🌿✨

Little Bench self catering cottage offers a level access holiday location for two in Lymington on the edge of the New Forest National Park. Quiet location, accessible facilities, a relaxing holiday in the New Forest.

05/02/2025

What an exciting weekend is planned for May - to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day - book tickets for Saturday nights Commemorative Concert - the venue is level access through out with flexible seating and then a fantastic free event in the Sunday part of the National Commemorative Events.

Book to stay with us now!

05/02/2025

Beautiful morning in the forest on this morning This photo was sent to us by a friend.

What a great way to start the day!

04/02/2025

If you like to look at cars, this could be ideal, have breakfast, meet some owners, and then enjoy a trip around the national motor museum afterwards!

03/02/2025

New Forest Conductive Education

New Forest Conductibe Education offer specialised, holistic neuro-rehabilitation programmes designed to enhance mobility, independence, and overall well-being while addressing pain management. For your convenience, daily one-to-one sessions can be arranged at any of Our Bench or at a local venue in Boldre (subject to availability), ensuring consistent support and expert guidance throughout your holiday retreat. Led by highly trained and experienced neuro-rehabilitation practitioners, these bespoke sessions are tailored to your individual needs, with a focus on relaxation, well-being, and personalised rehabilitation. For further information, please call 07966 431 861 or visit https://juditszathmary.com or find them on Facebook - Forest Conductive Education - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057048745385

We have just added these details to our website - and something you may wish to consider during your stay, recent guests improved their mobility significantly during their stay after daily one to one sessions!

Training & Consultancy

02/02/2025

It is a beautiful day in the New Forest today ... and my daughter told me that a weekend in the New Forest is good for her soul...

So inspired by her...we have enabled weekend and mid week stays in Little Bench for the rest of Febrary, March, and April!

01/02/2025

With the sun shining, we are definitely going over the garden and it is amazing to see how many spring bulbs are starting to grow... It won't be long till the garden looks stunning for our early season guests to enjoy!

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31/01/2025

Book in July - and you can enjoy Lymington Seafood Festival - it is usually a fantastic weekend - live music, great local produce, delicious food and it all takes place in Bath Road which have a Changing Places UK in the car park!

A great week to book to come and stay!

31/01/2025

One of our favourite local gardens reopen on March 8th with it's steam railway, buggy hire and amazing flowers in the spring.

Why not plan to visit Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway during your stay!

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30/01/2025

🌞 Summer Holidays at Bench Cottage 🌞

Looking for a cozy and peaceful getaway this summer? 🏡 Bench Cottage still has availability during the school holidays! Whether you’re planning a family break or a relaxing escape, Bench Cottage offers the perfect base for exploring the beauty of the New Forest.

📅 Book your summer stay now: www.ourbench.co.uk/selfcatering/benchcottage.htm

Don’t wait—secure your spot before it’s gone! 🐾🌳

Bench Cottage, truly accessible self catering accommodation for four in the New Forest with celing hoist, changing table and profiling bed. Level access through out, accessible wet room, turning space, riser recliner chair, families welcome.

30/01/2025

Did you know we still have availability for Easter in our holidays cottages - come and celebrate with us, the chance to meet with local families and enjoy a hot cross bun or two!

Holidays

29/01/2025

"A lovely place to stay , clean and comfortable abomination with all the equipment needed to make a comfortable and relaxing break suiting anyone with a disability a bit like hoke from home but posher. Had a lovely stay and plenty of lovely places to visit nearby, highly recomend staying here. My son is severely disabled and at garden bench he is able to stay using all the equipment that he needs ie hoist ,special bed and lunch chair and shower chair etc just the same as if we were at home great range of equipment. "

A lovely review we received recently - you will find this and other reviews on our web site!

Reviews, Ratings and Comments from previous guests about Our Bench - Garden Bench, Little Bench and Bench Cottage, Accessible Holiday Accommodation

28/01/2025

🌳✨ Escape to the New Forest! ✨🌳

Discover our accessible holiday cottages in Lymington—the perfect base to explore the New Forest and beyond!

🚶‍♀️ Stroll through ancient woodlands
🦓 Spot wild ponies and deer
🚢 Enjoy day trips to the Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Stonehenge & Marwell Zoo

Relax, explore, and create unforgettable memories!

👉 Book your stay today!

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