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Known for
The Monmouth connection (the Duke of Monmouth was captured near here in 1685 after the Battle of Sedgemoor), the New Forest gateway, the Thursday market, and a Hampshire market town with good independent character
A little history
The Duke of Monmouth — who led the ill-fated Monmouth Rebellion against James II — was captured hiding in a ditch near Ringwood in 1685, a few days after the Battle of Sedgemoor. He was taken to London and executed. The town is an excellent gateway to the New Forest National Park.
The New Forest from Ringwood is outstanding — cycling and walking in Europe's finest ancient forest. The Thursday market for local Hampshire produce. The town centre for independent shops. The Avon Valley for fishing.
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Ringwood has good independent cafes and restaurants. The Thursday market for local produce. Local Hampshire and New Forest produce throughout.
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New Forest tourism benefits Ringwood. The Thursday market is the commercial heart. Independent businesses serve the local community.
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Ringwood is a place in Hampshire known for the Monmouth connection (the Duke of Monmouth was captured near here in 1685 after the Battle of Sedgemoor), the New Forest gateway, the Thursday market, and a Hampshire market town with good independent character. The Duke of Monmouth — who led the ill-fated Monmouth Rebellion against James II — was captured hiding in a ditch near Ringwood in 1685, a few days after the Battle of Sedgemoor. The population is around 14,000.
Ringwood has good independent cafes and restaurants. The Thursday market for local produce. Local Hampshire and New Forest produce throughout.
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Roam covers Ringwood and the surrounding area in Hampshire, including Fordingbridge, Verwood, Alderholt, St Leonards, Ashley, Sopley, Burley and Bransgore.
