The Shoe Inn

The Shoe Inn has been a resting place for travellers for hundreds of years, the original thatched Inn is believed to date from 1420 and was extended around 1640 to become a posting station for the mail coaches. A tollgate was constructed across the road and the landlord was responsible for collecting the King's tolls on the border between Hampshire and Wiltshire. The last New Forest highwayman was caught drinking in the Inn one night and publicly hanged in the morning. It is said that his ghost remains in the old thatch building, but do not worry if you are staying with us , its in the owners accommodation - there are plenty of spirits to be seen in the bar anyway !

We offer lovely en-suite rooms all with TV & tea/coffee making facilities and 24 hour access via a separate staircase. There is a full cooked breakfast menu.