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The Burley Inn
Burley depicts everything you would expect from a traditional New
Forest village. It nestles in the lee of the hill, and is surrounded by
an area of outstanding beauty. A dramatic contrast of colourful
heathlands, mighty oaks, beeches and lofty pines. Ponies, donkeys and
cattle roam freely around this lovely village, following ancient forest
tracks used for centuries by Commoners and their livestock. Ideally
situated, just 20 minutes from Bournemouth International Airport.
Some Interesting History
The hotel is a short drive from such historic places as Rufus Stone,
Beaulieu Abbey (and motor museum) and Bucklers Hard. Not only was Burley
on the main smuggling route from the port to the south, but also has a
history connection with witches (as the local shops demonstrate) indeed it
was as recent as 1950 that Sybil Leek, a self-confessed white witch lived
in the village.
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