Thoughtfully Curated On-Site Experiences to Refresh, Energise & Delight
At THE NICI New Forest, every moment of your stay is designed to balance calm indulgence with thoughtful activity. From soothing wellness to family-friendly fun, our on-site experiences invite you to relax, reconnect, and recharge in style.
Please note these activities are not applicable for group hotel bookings.
Yoga on the Lawn
Wellness in the Open Air
Join us for yoga sessions held on the lawn every Sunday, where fresh coastal air and open surroundings create the perfect setting to reset, stretch and unwind.
Subject to availability and available during the summer months.
Picnic Experiences
Relaxed Dining, Wherever You Choose
Enjoy a curated picnic within our grounds, by the river, or overlooking the Solent. With picnic packages available from the hotel, it’s a simple, sociable way to make the most of long afternoons in Lymington.
Crabbing by the River
A Timeless Coastal Tradition
Spend time by the water’s edge with a classic crabbing experience. Nets and buckets are available from reception, offering a simple and memorable way to enjoy the river, especially for families.
Fun for Kids
Creative Play, Thoughtfully Designed
Discover Little Lobsters Kids Club, a dedicated space for younger guests offering a varied programme of activities, arts and crafts and seasonal experiences. Enjoy games on the lawn or join in engaging activities like Crabbing in the Lymington River.
Private Cinema
Catch a Cult Classic or Family Blockbuster
Enjoy exclusive access to our intimate cinema. Perfect for family movie nights, small gatherings, rainy days, or a cosy escape to a classic film. With showings from morning to night, everyday of the week!
Swimming & Paddleboarding
Experience the Lymington Sea Water Baths
Enjoy time on the water at the Lymington Sea Water Baths, just a short trip from THE NICI New Forest. Guests can take advantage of complimentary paddleboarding sessions offering a relaxed and accessible way to experience the coast.
Available daily from 10am – 12 noon, each guest can enjoy one hour of complimentary use. Calm, shallow waters make this an ideal experience for beginners, as well as a fun and easy activity for families and couples alike.
Bike Hire
Explore Lymington and the New Forest
Discover the surrounding coastline, harbour paths and woodland trails with our adult bikes, available from reception. From gentle rides through Lymington to longer routes into the New Forest National Park, it’s one of the best ways to take in the landscape at your own pace.
Sundown Stretch
Golden Hour Reset
As the sun begins to dip behind the trees, slow the pace with a guided stretch led by Oscar. Blending gentle movement, fresh coastal air and the calm of the New Forest, it’s the perfect way to unwind after a day of adventure and ease into the evening.
Tennis Courts
Coming Soon
Our outdoor tennis courts offer space for both relaxed games and more competitive play, with sessions available for adults and children – ideal for making the most of the fresh New Forest air.
THE NICI Spa & Pools
Poolside State of Mind
Whether you’re swimming beneath the open sky, unwinding in the hydrotherapy pool or simply soaking up the atmosphere, our spa is your place to switch off. Slow mornings, leisurely afternoons and total relaxation start here.
THE NICI Insider Series
Coming Soon
Go beyond the guidebook with a collection of curated experiences led by local experts. From private sailing adventures and guided meditation to exclusive seasonal events, discover the very best of Lymington, the New Forest and beyond.
Your wedding moodboard, with a NICI address. 💍
This Sunday, it’s Newquay’s turn to show you around.
Join us for our Wedding Open Day, explore our beautiful wedding spaces, meet our wedding team and trusted suppliers, and picture your day on the Cornish coast.
THE NICI Newquay
Sunday 8 November | 12 pm–2.30 pm
Free admission · Book your visit via the link in bio.
Coastal vows look good on you. ✨
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A little Miami. A lot closer to home. 🌴
Poolside lounging, a spa-shaped afternoon and cocktails before dinner. Your slice of Miami on Bournemouth’s coast comes with an overnight stay for two, continental breakfast, two courses at South Beach, a welcome drink and a £50 spa treatment discount.
From £193 per night. Bring a plus one and a Miami State of Mind.
Book your escape via the link: https://thenici.com/offers/miami-state-of-mind/ ✨
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November, with no particular hurry. ✨
Coffee on the balcony. A second croissant. Sea views worth staying in your robe for.
Before the diary fills and the festivities begin, make a little room for doing very little at THE NICI Bournemouth.
Fall for THE NICI. Your pre-Christmas pause, via the link in bio.✨
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Your something new is taking shape… 💍
Introducing Rushes & Reeds and The Rockery, two new outdoor wedding settings coming to THE NICI New Forest in 2027.
Join us this Sunday for our Wedding Open Day to explore our beautiful wedding spaces, wander the grounds and picture your day here, with our team on hand to talk through every possibility.
Sunday 1 November | 11 am–3 pm
Register your place via the link in bio.
Images are computer-generated and for illustrative purposes only!
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