Doe Copse Play Area

Tucked into one of New Milton’s quieter residential pockets, this little spot punches above its weight for families with younger kids. The climbing structure is the main draw — solid enough to keep pre-teens busy, but not so intense that toddlers feel left out. Parents tend to appreciate how easy it is to keep an eye on everything without constantly hovering. Chuck a blanket down at one of the picnic tables and you’ve got a genuinely relaxed afternoon sorted. It won’t blow anyone away with its size, but for the 2–12 crowd, it does exactly what it needs to.