CTA Winter Networking – Bournemouth
21-23 November 2026
FAM VISITS
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Saturday 21 November | Pre- Event FAMs exclusively for buyers
Two options available:
Option 1 | New Forest Experience
Saturday Night Complimentary FAM Stay – Beaulieu Inn, Lyndhurst (New Forest)
Check-in: From 15:00
About Beaulieu Inn, New Forest
Website: www.newforesthotels.co.uk
Nestled in the heart of the New Forest National Park, Beaulieu Inn offers a peaceful countryside retreat surrounded by open heathland and roaming ponies. This former coaching inn combines rustic charm with modern comfort, delivering an authentic New Forest experience.
Dinner will be served at The Drift Inn, a welcoming country pub located adjacent to the hotel, offering locally sourced British classics in a relaxed and friendly setting.
Accommodation: The hotel features 35 contemporary rooms, many with scenic forest or heathland views.
Dining: Traditional British cuisine served at The Drift Inn.
Facilities
- Indoor heated swimming pool (hotel guests only)
- Large beer garden with outdoor seating
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Location: Ideally located within the New Forest National Park, close to the Beaulieu National Motor Museum and Beaulieu Abbey.
Optional Individual Fam Visit – National Motor Museum & Palace House
Website: www.beaulieu.co.uk
Open daily: 10:00–17:00
Last recommended entry: 14:00 to allow sufficient time to visit both attractions.
Location
- Situated within the New Forest National Park, near Southampton and Bournemouth
- Free on-site parking available
- Good rail and road connections via Brockenhurst station (approx. 15–20 minutes by taxi)
- By car:
- Satnav postcode: SO42 7ZN
- What3Words: unpacked.brambles.mats
- Follow M27, Junction 2, then brown tourist signs to Beaulieu visitor entrance
About the National Motor Museum: One of the world’s leading automotive collections, showcasing everything from early motor cars to iconic racing vehicles, land speed record breakers, and classic cars spanning motoring history.
About Palace House: Home of the Montagu family since 1538, Palace House is a beautifully atmospheric Victorian country house overlooking the Beaulieu River. Visitors can explore richly decorated rooms filled with family treasures, portraits, and historic memorabilia.
Option 2 | Bournemouth Experience
Saturday Night Complimentary FAM Stay – Queens Hotel & Spa, Bournemouth
Check-in: From 15:00
About Queens Hotel & Spa, Bournemouth
Website: www.queenshotelbournemouth.com
Located on Bournemouth’s prestigious East Cliff, overlooking award-winning Blue Flag beaches, Queens Hotel & Spa offers a stylish coastal retreat combining comfort, relaxation, and modern facilities.
Accommodation: 109 elegant bedrooms and suites designed for comfort and relaxation.
Dining: The hotel restaurant serves a selection of traditional and contemporary dishes.
Facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Jacuzzi
- Spa relaxation room
- Spa treatments including organic seaweed therapies
Location: Perfectly positioned close to Bournemouth beach, town centre, and coastal attractions.
Sunday 22 November | FAM Visits open to all CTA delegates
Morning FAM Visit – Kingston Lacy
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Delegates will visit Kingston Lacy, one of Dorset’s most important heritage properties and an outstanding example of a 17th-century Italian-inspired country mansion.
About Kingston Lacy
Once the seat of the influential Bankes family, the estate offers a fascinating insight into over 400 years of history, from political upheaval during the era of Oliver Cromwell to remarkable global collecting expeditions, including one of the UK’s most significant private collections of Egyptian artefacts.
Inside the house, highlights include works by Rubens, Van Dyck, Titian and Brueghel, alongside the extraordinary Egyptian collection assembled by William John Bankes during his travels in 1818. Delegates will also explore the elegant Spanish Room, featuring ornate Venetian gilded interiors, and the interactive Egyptian Room experience, which brings the collection to life through digital interpretation.
Gardens & Estate: Set within beautifully designed formal gardens created by Henrietta Bankes, Kingston Lacy offers a varied landscape of gardens, woodland, and parkland.
Afternoon FAM Visit – Coastal Cruises Poole
Website: coastalcruisespoole.co.uk
To give you a preview of the experience and the route, please click on the link below to watch the video. Please note that the vessel featured is smaller than the one used for the cruise, but it provides a good indication of the experience.
Coastal Cruises Poole – Island Scene
About Coastal Cruises Poole
Coastal Cruises Poole offers relaxing sightseeing cruises around the stunning waters of Poole Harbour, one of the world’s largest natural harbours. Departing from Poole Quay, the cruise passes scenic landmarks including Brownsea Island, Millionaire’s Row and Sandbanks. Live commentary highlights the area’s history, wildlife and coastal scenery. Guests can enjoy panoramic views from both indoor and outdoor decks, making it an ideal experience for visitors exploring Dorset’s coastline.
