Local Attractions
National Motor Museum
The National Motor Museum is part of the Beaulieu Attraction, one of the South of England’s top visitor destinations. The Museum is home to a world famous collection of over 280 vehicles and motoring memorabilia.
Beaulieu Abbey
The refectory of the original abbey became the parish church of Beaulieu, and so it has remained ever since. Once inside the church, especially if the sun is shining, you may realise that the church is not oriented - that is, it does not run west to east.
Buckler's Hard
During the Second World War, Buckler’s Hard became a motor torpedo base and, further downstream, sections of the Mulberry harbours were constructed in the old oyster beds in preparation for the D-Day landings.
New Forest wildlife park
The New Forest Wildlife Park is located on the edge of The New Forest close to the towns of Ashurst and Lyndhurst. The park specialises in native and past-native wildlife of Britain and otters and owls from around the globe, housing four species of the former and ten of the latter.
Longdown Activity Farm
"Farming fun for everyone with a fabulous daily schedule of animal activities including bottle-feeding kid goats and calves, small animal encounter and duck feeding.
Exbury Gardens
Exbury Gardens is a spectacular collection of woodland, herbaceous, contemporary, formal and wildflower gardens. At over 200 acres, these impressive gardens border the Beaulieu River and boast a narrow-gauge steam railway, plus a newly refurbished restaurant and an outdoor cafe.
Furzey Gardens and Steam Railway
More than 100 years in the making, Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway is a spectacular collection of landscaped woodland, herbaceous, contemporary and formal gardens, in a unique riverside location. Exbury also boasts a narrow-gauge steam railway that travels through the gardens, plus a play area, fantastic restaurant and much more
Palace House
Palace House is the historic home of the Montague family situated within the national motor museum attraction and is well known as one of the most charming historic houses in Hampshire.
Hurst Castle
Hurst Castle is an artillery fort established by Henry VIII on the Hurst Spit in Hampshire, England, between 1541 and 1544. It formed part of the King's Device Forts coastal protection programme against invasion from France and the Holy Roman Empire, and defended the western entrance to the Solent waterway.
Calshot Castle
Calshot Castle is an artillery fort constructed by Henry VIII on the Calshot Spit, Hampshire, England, between 1539 and 1540. It formed part of the King's Device programme to protect against invasion from France and the Holy Roman Empire and defend Southampton Water as it met the Solent.
Calshot Activity Centre
Calshot Activities Centre is located on Calshot Spit near Southampton. Indoor facilities include the oldest indoor velodrome in Britain, a dry ski slope and a climbing wall.
Slowhayes Alpacas
Our alpacas welfare is first and foremost and as they are such gentle and calming animals we welcome people to enjoy their company in a mindful way ensuring our alpacas are happy and comfortable too.
Paultons Park
Paultons Park is an amusement park located in the New Forest National Park, near the village of Ower, in Hampshire, England, with over 70 rides and attractions. The Peppa Pig World themed area is based on the children's animated television series Peppa Pig.
Naval Dockyard in Portsmoth
Go beyond the surface at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Uncover secrets long thought lost at sea, the true story of heroes past and present, and get to grips with the ships that made history.
Mary Rose
The Mary Rose was a carrack in the English Tudor navy of King Henry VIII. She was launched in 1511 and served for 33 years in several wars against France, Scotland, and Brittany. After being substantially rebuilt in 1536, she saw her last action on 19 July 1545.
Titanic Museum in Southampton
Discover the story of RMS Titanic and how the tragedy affected the city and people of Southampton. Featuring an interactive model of the Titanic, recorded messages of its passengers of the fateful night, original objects from on board the world-famous ship and more.
Mayflower Theatre
The Empire Theatre was established in 1928 by Moss Empires and changed its name in 1950 to the Gaumont when it was purchased by the Rank Organisation. In 1986 the theatre was bought by Southampton City Council, after a public enquiry, to prevent it from being turned into a bingo hall.
Shopping at Gun Wharfe Quay in Portsmouth
Being a premium retail outlet, Gunwharf Quays has some of the biggest names in fashion, beauty and homeware - all with fantastic discounts. There are plenty of famous brands on offer, including Coach, French Connection, Jack Wills, Karl Lagerfeld, Kate Spade, Mint Velvet, Karen Millen and Ted Baker.
Bournemouth pleasure beaches
Sunny days. Bournemouth gets an average of 7.7 hours of sunshine on a summer's day. This is well above the UK average. With 7.7 hours of sunshine a day and 7 miles of sandy beaches, it is no surprise that Bournemouth attracts over 7 million visitors a year to its sunny shores.