Cycling Southamption new forest area

I've done half and full Audax events (100km / 200km) around the New Forest - what a gorgeous area to spend a day cycling.

Would recommend giving the events a go as it takes you off the beaten track and they are a very friendly crowd.

http://www.aukweb.net/

Or if you're more into touring, you have a local CTC group as well.
http://www.ctc.org.uk/local-groups/southampton-ctc