It doesn’t get any more family-friendly than a ‘Kids Stay for Free’ break, this summer at the fabulous Montagu Arms Hotel in Beaulieu, perfectly situated for coast and country explorations and surrounded by nature.

The Ideal Family-Friendly Retreat in the heart of the New Forest   It doesn’t get any more family-friendly than a ‘Kids Stay for Free’ break, this summer at the fabulous Montagu Arms Hotel in Beaulieu, perfectly situated for coast and country explorations and surrounded by nature.  The Montagu Arms Kids Stay for Free break carefully blends the comforts of home with the indulgences of a hotel stay and includes family friendly rooms, menus to keep every appetite happy (child friendly meals are made with locally sourced ingredients and seasonal produce), special welcome hampers including surprises , plenty of on-site activities from fun garden games, board games and a colouring station to a ‘pick ‘n’ mix post, and exclusive access to discounted local activities like bike hire and canoeing, and great family-friendly attractions like Beaulieu, Exbury Gardens and Paultons Park.  (With no queues nor the constant refrain of 'are we nearly there?' consider this for a home from home holiday too, with time to enjoy the beautiful New Forest 'en famille', away from all the chores!)   Read on. Breaks Made for Families     Why The Montagu Arms Is the Ideal Family-Friendly Retreat in the New Forest If you’re looking ahead at summer and wondering how to balance a luxury break and a family-friendly retreat it’s time you discovered The Montagu Arms hotel in the heart of the New Forest National Park. Perfectly situated for coast and country explorations and activities, the Hampshire hotel is surrounded by nature and offers breaks designed for families; menus to keep every appetite happy and great family-friendly attractions right on the doorstep. Breaks MADE for families It doesn’t get any more family-friendly than a ‘Kids Stay for Free’ break – The Montagu Arms hotel understands your need for a luxury family escape whilst also having to accommodate particular family preferences and maintaining routines. The Kids Stay Free Break is all about the comforts of home seamlessly blended with the indulgences of a hotel stay; luxury accommodation in a Family Suite or Courtyard Room, complimentary tea or coffee served to your room in the morning (so you needn’t get up too early) and a delightful continental breakfast that will please everyone. The kids will be over the moon too with their surprise welcome hamper, complete with a little gift – delicious gingerbread donkey biscuits! Families even receive exclusive access to discounted local activities and attractions, including 10% off at New Forest Activities, and 20% off tickets to the National Motor Museum and Exbury Gardens. Family-Friendly Rooms Comfort and great sleep for the whole family is key to enjoying a relaxing break together. At The Montagu Arms hotel you can choose accommodation to suit you and your family. This New Forest hotel offers welcoming, practical, and equipped rooms that have the comforts that make you feel at home, plus little luxury touches that make a break away feel extra special. The suites are generous with separate sleeping areas and cosy, private spaces to relax in together after a long day of adventuring, or choose a Courtyard room and direct access to The Montagu Arms’ English country garden – the perfect place to sit and listen to the birds on a sunny afternoon. Menus for everyone Keeping every appetite happy whilst on a family holiday is no mean feat. But at The Montagu Arms you can rest assured that the kids have been considered when it comes to dining experiences. From their favourite breakfasts like dippy eggs, to tea time treats. Whether you wish to sit down to dinner in the charming Terrace restaurant or relax for the evening in the laid-back pub, Monty’s. Kids can feel included, perusing their own delicious Montagu Arms Kids Menu which has been carefully created with kids in mind; three courses of dishes they know and love that incorporate locally sourced ingredients and seasonal produce. Families with children over 8 years old are invited to dine in the traditional wood-panelled Terrace restaurant, the ideal spot for celebratory dinners or to share a memorable dining experience together. Click here to view the child friendly menu! Kids Stay Free - Click Here for More Information!   Entertainment is covered If all you wish to do is sit and relax in the hotel garden or spend time in your family suite you can, there are plenty of on-site activities at The Montagu Arms that will keep everyone entertained, from fun garden games, board games and a colouring station, to a ‘pick ‘n’ mix post and Beaulieu’s play park next door. The New Forest is a playground for adults and kids alike, simply step outside for short family-friendly walks in and around Beaulieu or venture deeper into the New Forest National Park that surrounds the charming hotel. Hire bikes or go on a canoeing adventure with New Forest Activities, taking you along the peaceful Beaulieu River to spot wildlife and flora along the way. During your stay, you and your family have the chance to become acquainted with ‘Monty the Donkey’ – the hotel’s very own mascot, ready to join you on your New Forest family adventures. Take him with you everywhere you go, write about your escapades in Monty’s travel journal and if little ones become far too attached to say goodbye, you can take him home with you! (Monty is available to buy from the hotel reception.) Local family-friendly attractions On a family break there ought to be activities and attractions that everyone will love. Nearby bike hire takes care of your search for family explorations whilst local family attractions have you covered when it comes to entertaining days out, from Paulton’s park and the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu, to Exbury Gardens and New Forest Activities who are always ready to take you on a paddling adventure! Paulton’s Park A classic family friendly attraction  Paultons Park  in Hampshire is one of the UK’s top family theme parks. Set in 140 acres, it boasts more than 70 rides and attractions, as well as an array of animals and birdlife in areas such as ‘Little Africa’, plus beautiful gardens to explore. Exbury Gardens For keen outdoor explorers, Exbury’s collection of woodland, wildflower, formal and herbaceous gardens offer a great family day out. 22 miles of pathway means endless family wandering; there’s a narrow-gauge steam railway and Exbury’s café when it’s time to re-energise the troops. National Motor Museum Beaulieu The Montagu Arms’ closest attraction is  National Motor Museum, Beaulieu , where there really is something for everyone. From the museum itself, showcasing more than 285 vehicles, the history of motoring, the ‘World of Top Gear’ exhibit, and film and TV’s most iconic vehicles, to name just a few displays. Or if motoring isn’t for you, tickets include entry to the beautiful Palace House, grounds and gardens and the medieval Beaulieu Abbey. Let them run around and burn off some energy at Little Beaulieu, an adventure area designed just for kids where they’ll discover secret passages, a treetop boardwalk, and a zip wire. Make it a New Forest family retreat at The Montagu Arms this summer, jam-packed with luxury dining, mini adventures and days out together sharing experiences and making memories.     Kids Stay Free - Click Here! Montagu Arms Hotel Where here and heritage meet: discover our four star country house hotel in Hampshire. Perched on the southeastern edge of the New Forest and nestled in the sleepy village of Beaulieu, our country house is a retreat from the everyday. It's a place where fresh flavours and undiscovered experiences await, rooted in the timeless traditions and spirit of this unique destination. Visit Montagu Arms website here