Hampshire offers a rich portfolio of unspoilt countryside, stunning coastlines, historic cities, bustling market towns and some of England’s most picturesque villages. Hampshire’s countryside is perfect for walking/cycling short breaks, with over 3,000 miles of Rights of Way, long distance paths through stunning scenery and off road cycle trails.
Hampshire has a rich and vibrant history that has left a substantial legacy for visitors and residents to enjoy. An hour by road/rail from London, Heathrow or Gatwick, places you in the county’s centre. It is a county for all seasons, tastes and ages, where a rich tapestry of stunning scenery weaves a colourful backdrop to the wonderful array of attractions on offer. Other historic places including Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral, Oxford and Windsor are within an easy drive.
Hampshire’s famous royal and military connections have provided a great legacy of places to visit, including the world’s finest collection of historic ships, major stately homes and the beautiful New Forest – the old hunting ground of king’s – which is now a protected haven for wildlife. It also boasts Winchester, the ancient capital of England, which is world renowned for its splendid Norman Cathedral, King Arthur’s legendary round table and one of the oldest schools in Britain.
Must see and do
- Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Portsmouth
- National Motor Museum Beaulieu, Beaulieu
- Marwell Zoological Park, Winchester
- Winchester Cathedral, Winchester
- Milestones - Hampshire's Living History Museum, Basingstoke
- Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Ampfield
- Jane Austen's House, Alton
- Mid-HantsRailway PLC 'Watercress Line', Alresford
- Gilbert White's House and the Oates Museum, Selbourne
- The Hawk Conservancy Trust, Andover