Welcome to The Potter's Heron, a gastro pub & restaurant with rooms in Ampfield
Pub | Dining | Rooms
We’re opening in 2026!
After a day spent roaming the rolling countryside of the Test Valley or exploring the New Forest, make your way to The Potter’s Heron, our welcoming thatched pub with rooms in Ampfield, Hampshire.
Perfectly positioned near Winchester, Romsey, the New Forest National Park and the South Downs, The Potter’s Heron is an ideal base for weekend breaks, countryside escapes and relaxed midweek stays.
Join us for seasonal, sustainably sourced dishes prepared by our chefs, before retreating to one of our beautifully designed bedrooms.
With plush bedding and thoughtful touches throughout, it’s the perfect place to slow down, switch off and enjoy a truly comfortable stay in the Hampshire countryside.
With great food, inviting spaces and comfortable rooms, The Potter’s Heron isn’t just somewhere to stay, it’s your home from home in Hampshire.
We can’t wait to welcome you.
Best wishes from all at The Potter's Heron x
Stay in our stunning rooms at The Potter’s Heron
Our beautifully designed rooms at The Potter’s Heron offer a calm, comfortable retreat in the heart of the Hampshire countryside.
From cosy spaces made for switching off to rooms with thoughtful details and plenty of character, each one is designed for a great night’s sleep and an easy, unhurried stay.
Dog-friendly and family-friendly options are available too, so everyone can enjoy exploring the Test Valley, the New Forest and beyond.
Our Menus
At The Potter's Heron, we always make sure our menus celebrate the fresh, vibrant flavours that each season brings.
Enjoy our seasonal à la carte menu, our legendary Sunday roasts with bottomless trimmings and a carefully chosen wine list designed to complement every dish.
We also offer a kids menu for our littlest ones and even a dog menu so your four legged friends don’t feel left out too!
Gift Vouchers
Give the gift of great food, drink and stays with our easy-to-order e-vouchers and gift cards.
Our vouchers are redeemable not just at The Potter's Heron, but at all Heartwood Inns locations including all of our pubs with rooms for an unforgettable overnight stay.
Whether it’s a birthday, celebration, or just because, a Heartwood Inns gift card is the perfect treat for any occasion.
Work With Us
We’re currently recruiting at The Potter's Heron in Ampfield and would love to hear from passionate, friendly people ready to join our team.
Whether you’re looking for a chef job in Ampfield, a role front of house or you’re an experienced pub manager, we’ve got a variety of roles available.
Explore our latest vacancies, learn more about life at Heartwood Inns, or find out what benefits and training you can expect when you join us.
So, why not see where a career at The Potter's Heron could take you?
