Pilley is a peaceful little village infused with history and charm located near Lymington and Milford-on-Sea in Hampshire. The village is surrounded by a beautiful tapestry of forest and heathland where the famous free-roaming ponies, cattle and donkeys are often seen sauntering along the lanes. This lovely little village comes with local provisions from Pilley village shop, a church, post office and village hall. What is reputed to be one of the New Forest’s oldest and arguably the best pub, The Fleur De Lys, dating back to 1096, sits in the middle of the village and has a reputation for outstanding food. In the nearby port town of Lymington you can head to Puffin Cruises for some fun sightseeing boat trips along Lymington River and spend a sunny family day out at Lymington Sea Water Swimming Baths. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, head to The Haven Bar & Restaurant. Take a scenic drive to the coastal village of Milford on Sea and visit Hurst Castle, take pictures with the colourful beach huts at New Beach Huts, Milford on Sea and have a family dinner at The Lighthouse. Further afield, and reachable by a short ferry ride, is the wonderful Ise of Wight where you’ll be spoilt for choice of towns, villages and beaches to visit.
