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Liz Hendrie joined the A&T as a senior reporter in 2011. She became deputy news editor in 2015 and now also oversees the newspaper's lifestyle and feature pages, including Food & Drink.

Review: The Lamb Inn, Winkton, Christchurch

23 March 2025
Review: The Lamb Inn, Winkton, Christchurch

Review: The Lamb Inn, Winkton, Christchurch

23 March 2025

The landlord of a Christchurch pub with a chequered history due to frequent changes in management has broken the curse, marking a year at the helm.


Boat charter firm launches wine tasting and fine dining on the water

22 March 2025
Boat charter firm launches wine tasting and fine dining on the water

Boat charter firm launches wine tasting and fine dining on the water

22 March 2025

A boat charter firm is launching new experiences on the water including wine tasting and Michelin star dining.


Food review: Lovitaly, Market Place, Ringwood

15 March 2025
Food review: Lovitaly, Market Place, Ringwood

Food review: Lovitaly, Market Place, Ringwood

15 March 2025

Bringing one of the world’s most revered food cultures to the New Forest is no mean feat.


The hard-to-grow varieties taken on by Forest winemaker

09 March 2025
The hard-to-grow varieties taken on by Forest winemaker

The hard-to-grow varieties taken on by Forest winemaker

09 March 2025

A winemaker is “pushing boundaries” by growing grape varieties that are notoriously hard to cultivate in the UK climate.


Food review: The Pig, Brockenhurst – where priorities are freshness, seasonality and sustainability

16 February 2025
Food review: The Pig, Brockenhurst – where priorities are freshness, seasonality and sustainability

Food review: The Pig, Brockenhurst – where priorities are freshness, seasonality and sustainability

16 February 2025

The exceptional quality of food served at The Pig in Brockenhurst is widely agreed on, but for me the standout draw is the customer service.


From Our Files: Refusal over trees...cyclone damage...controversial art

15 February 2025
From Our Files: Refusal over trees...cyclone damage...controversial art

From Our Files: Refusal over trees...cyclone damage...controversial art

15 February 2025

What was making the headlines in the A&T 25 and 50 years ago


The Ringwood couple on a mission to change the image of white chocolate

09 February 2025
The Ringwood couple on a mission to change the image of white chocolate

The Ringwood couple on a mission to change the image of white chocolate

09 February 2025

IN the world of chocolate it’s fair to say the white variety is considered the underdog - but one Rigwood couple is working hard to change its image.


Plea to hike council tax by 15% is turned down by government as Hampshire leader confirms revised increase

07 February 2025
Plea to hike council tax by 15% is turned down by government as Hampshire leader confirms revised increase

Plea to hike council tax by 15% is turned down by government as Hampshire leader confirms revised increase

07 February 2025

Cash-strapped Hampshire County Council’s plan to slap its residents with a huge 15% council tax increase has been rejected by the government.

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‘Good news’ – HCC leader welcomes government approval of fast-track devolution

06 February 2025
‘Good news’ – HCC leader welcomes government approval of fast-track devolution

‘Good news’ – HCC leader welcomes government approval of fast-track devolution

06 February 2025

Hampshire County Council’s fast-track devolution plans – which includes the postponement of May’s elections – have been approved by government.


The Pig hotel has mastered the art of indulgence

02 February 2025
The Pig hotel has mastered the art of indulgence

The Pig hotel has mastered the art of indulgence

02 February 2025

The Pig boasts a glorious light-filled greenhouse restaurant and sumptuous accommodation you can’t bear to tear yourself away from.


Colin takes top billing at popular food and arts festival

02 February 2025
Colin takes top billing at popular food and arts festival

Colin takes top billing at popular food and arts festival

02 February 2025

The Colin Nash Restaurant has been announced as the headline sponsor of the ever-popular Highcliffe Food and Arts Festival.


Lessons on healthy eating served up at primary school

01 February 2025
Lessons on healthy eating served up at primary school

Lessons on healthy eating served up at primary school

01 February 2025

PRIMARY school children got a lesson in healthy eating during a visit from The Christchurch Food Festival Education Trust.


Hunt for men caught on CCTV after shoplifters target New Milton store

28 January 2025
Hunt for men caught on CCTV after shoplifters target New Milton store

Hunt for men caught on CCTV after shoplifters target New Milton store

28 January 2025

Police have released CCTV pictures of four men after Morrisons in New Milton was targeted by shoplifters who took meat and alcohol.


Teenage pedestrian seriously injured in collision with car outside Forest college

27 January 2025
Teenage pedestrian seriously injured in collision with car outside Forest college

Teenage pedestrian seriously injured in collision with car outside Forest college

27 January 2025

A teenage boy was seriously hurt after being involved in a collision with a car in Brockenhurst.


More than 60 animals seized in police and RSPCA raids

27 January 2025
More than 60 animals seized in police and RSPCA raids

More than 60 animals seized in police and RSPCA raids

27 January 2025

MORE than 60 animals were seized after police executed warrants at three locations across Pennington, Sway and Lymington.


Castle fragrances make perfect scents for Forest firm

06 January 2025
Castle fragrances make perfect scents for Forest firm

Castle fragrances make perfect scents for Forest firm

06 January 2025

The friends behind New Forest Botanics have created a bespoke scent for a new range of products on sale in Highcliffe Castle’s gift shop.


Cookery school to take on healthy eating workshops in Christchurch primaries

05 January 2025
Cookery school to take on healthy eating workshops in Christchurch primaries

Cookery school to take on healthy eating workshops in Christchurch primaries

05 January 2025

A cookery school has stepped in to run healthy eating workshops in schools on behalf of the Christchurch Food Festival Education Trust.


Wine festival changes name and will return ‘bigger and better’

04 January 2025
Wine festival changes name and will return ‘bigger and better’

Wine festival changes name and will return ‘bigger and better’

04 January 2025

A WINE festival held at Highcliffe Castle last year has rebranded and announced its return to the same spot this summer.


Strong winds warning for New Year’s Day

31 December 2024
Strong winds warning for New Year’s Day

Strong winds warning for New Year’s Day

31 December 2024

Gusts of up to 75mph are expected to hit the New Forest and Christchurch on New Year’s Day.


Holiday parks owner sourcing locally for its festive fayre

29 December 2024
Holiday parks owner sourcing locally for its festive fayre

Holiday parks owner sourcing locally for its festive fayre

29 December 2024

A Christchurch-based holiday parks owner is sourcing locally for its festive fayre this season.


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