White Rabbit

You're heading down Romsey Road towards the heart of Lyndhurst when the White Rabbit appears—the sort of place that works equally well whether you've wandered in from a New Forest ramble or you're a local after work. Inside, it's unpretentious but put-together: the kind of pub that doesn't try too hard but clearly cares about what lands on your plate. The Chef and Brewer crowd usually gets things right, and this one's no exception. Expect proper pub classics done without apology—think pies with actual gravy, seasonal specials that rotate, and a wine list that won't embarrass you. It's busy enough to feel welcoming, quiet enough to actually hear your mates.