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The New Forest
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Designated by William the Conqueror as his Nova Foresta in 1079, The New Forest has a long and interesting history. It is also an area of outstanding natural beauty, with important areas of ancient forest, heathland, grassland and bogs. The New Forest was designated a National Park in 2005; to find out more, please click here.
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The South Downs
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Part of The South Downs can be found in Hampshire. The rolling chalk hills stretch for over 100 miles between Winchester in Hampshire, through West and East Sussex, and finally to the western outskirts of Eastbourne. The region is characterised by beautiful scenery and quaint little villages, and has been designated as a National Park. Please click here for further details.
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Aldershot Military Museum
Queen's Avenue,
Aldershot,
Hampshire,
GU11 2LG
Tel: 01252 314598
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Aldershot is the Home of the British Army, and this interesting museum is also based in the town, having been opened in one of the last surviving barracks bungalows in North Camp in 1984. There is a fascinating collection of exhibits and recreations detailing the history of the army in Aldershot since the 1850s, and there are also exhibitions of local history and of aviation history.
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Highclere Castle
Highclere,
Hampshire,
RG20 9RN
Tel: 01635 253210
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Highclere Castle is a beautiful Victorian Castle – one of the finest examples in the UK – and is situated a few miles south of Newbury, on the Hants-Berks border. It has been the home of Lord and Lady Carnarvon since the late 17 th Century, and the castle and the surrounding parkland make a great family day out. A programme of special events runs throughout the summer months.
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Roman Silchester
C/O Hampshire County Council,
Winchester,
Hampshire,
SO23 8UJ
Tel: 01962 870500
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Silchester Atrebatum is situated in North Hampshire, and is a site of considerable historic importance. It was inhabited successively by Iron Age settlers and the Romans, and became an important fortified town on the Roman road network. Although abandoned and ruined, large sections of the walls remain, as well as an amphitheatre.
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Hinton Ampner Garden
Bramdean,
Near Alresford,
Hampshire,
SO24 0LA
Tel: 01962 771305
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Hinton Ampner Garden can be found close to Alresford in Hampshire. Created by the vision of Ralph Dutton – 8 th Lord Sherborne – the 12-acres of stunning landscaped gardens are a joy to behold, while the house contains important collections of Regency furniture and Italian paintings.
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Royal Armouries
Fareham,
Hampshire,
PO17 6AN
Tel: 01329 233734
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Fort Nelson stands high on Portsdown Hill, overlooking Portsmouth in Hampshire. It was built in the 1860s to protect the naval base and is today home to the Royal Armouries – a superb museum detailing the skills and ingenuity of Victorian engineering. With over 350 big guns, from the 15 th Century to the modern day, the Royal Armouries dramatically brings history to life.
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The Vyne
Sherborne St John,
Near Basingstoke,
Hampshire,
RG24 9HL
Tel: 01256 883858
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The Vyne is an attractive and historic house, whose history can be traced back to the reign of Henry VIII. It sits at the heart of a beautiful estate in North Hampshire, with gardens, a lake and woodland, and contains rare treasures that have been collected over a period of 300 years. There is a remarkable Tudor chapel on the estate, as well as a restaurant serving historical dishes, and a programme of events runs throughout the year.
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Gosport Discovery Centre
Clarence Road,
Gosport,
Hampshire,
PO12 1BU
Tel: 023 92501957
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The Discovery hands-on education centre in Gosport is a lively and stimulating way of helping children and adults get to grips with history and natural sciences. A fascinating collection of interactive displays and practical demonstrations by the enthusiastic staff make learning fun. There are also workshops available teaching everything from languages to pilates.
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Stratfield Saye House
Stratfield Saye,
Hampshire,
RG7 2BZ
Tel: 01256 882882
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Startfield Saye House has been the home of the Dukes of Wellington since 1817, and sits in a beautiful estate in North Hampshire, between Basingstoke and Reading. The elegant house and grounds offer a fascinating insight into the life of the Great Duke, with superb collections of paintings, furniture and personal effects. The estate also contains Wellington Country Park – a great day out for the whole family.
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