Keep your children entertained when you go out for a meal with some great family-friendly places to eat which feature indoor or outdoor play areas.
Whether you are looking for somewhere to eat with a pub garden and play area or an indoor area where the children can burn off steam, there are various pubs, restaurants and cafes across Hampshire which offer facilities for children.
Take a look at some of our top picks:
The Hunters Inn, Romsey
This community pub features a huge garden and an outdoor play area for children. A children’s menu is in place and look out for the arrival of a bouncy castle at certain points in the year.
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The Drift Inn, New Forest
Both child and dog-friendly, The Drift Inn sits in the New Forest National Park and has a large garden with play area. Not far from Beaulieu, this pub makes a great pit-stop on a family day out.
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Brewers Fayre Portway Inn, Andover
Handy for both Thruxton Circuit and the Hawk Conservancy Trust, young children can enjoy the soft play area in Andover’s Brewers Fayre whilst waiting for their food to arrive. The soft play area is open 7-days a week, 12noon-7pm.
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The Portsmouth Arms, Hatch Warren, Basingstoke
This gorgeous, thatched pub is another family favourite. Its large beer garden is a great sunspot during the summer months and you little ones will enjoy the climbing frame here.
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The Cricketers Inn, near Southampton
Sitting on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just 8 miles from Southampton, The Cricketers Inn is an award-winning community pub.
In front of the pub is the large, grass area with picnic benches and children’s play area. Enjoy some great, local fare whilst letting your little ones work up an appetite.
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The Rising Sun, Bashley, New Forest National Park
Located right next to New Forest common, The Rising Sun is a popular choice with families owing to its outdoor play area and proximity to the New Forest National Park.
Take your pick from a range of pub classics, with a children’s menu also available.
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The Spotted Cow, Waterlooville
Not far from Portsmouth, The Spotted Cow serves up a great menu, some local ales and for younger guests, an outdoor play area.
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The Hinton Arms, Cheriton, near Winchester
With plenty of walking routes nearby, The Hinton Arms makes a great stop-off point after a family stroll. Let your children relax in the colourful pub garden whilst you enjoy the game and fish dishes from the seasonal menus.
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Kimbridge Barn, near Romsey
Featuring a small sand pit area, obstacle course and trampoline, the gardens at Kimbridge Barn are ideal for breakfasts, brunches, lunches and afternoon teas.
Added to this, you are right on hand to explore the stunning Test Valley, with the National Trust’s Mottisfont House & Gardens under a mile away.
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