The New Forest is rich in myths, traditions and colourful characters but few tales are quite as enchanting as the legend of Harry “Brusher” Mills. Brusher, born in 1840 near Romsey, lived in a charcoal burners hut just north of Hollands wood, now the campsite on the edge of Brockenhurst. Home comforts were a bed of dry bracken, a homemade spoon and a tobacco tin.
Situated only 2 minutes walk from Brockenhurst train station and 10 minutes walk from Hollands wood campsite, The Snakecatcher pub has everything you could possibly want from a family pub. Apart from the two large beer gardens and a playground to entertain the kids, we also serve a great selection of food and beers that are sure to tempt your palate.