Hampshire's Top Attractions 2023 Leaflet

Beaulieu

Beaulieu is a marvellous day out that can be enjoyed together. This award-winning attraction is home to the National Motor Museum, Palace House, Beaulieu Abbey, World of Top Gear, Little Beaulieu and much more. Plus between 17th June – 24th September 2023, see incredible sculptures in new exhibition ‘Sculpture at Beaulieu’.

Beaulieu, New Forest, SO42 7ZN | www.beaulieu.co.uk Call: 01590 612345 Email: visit@beaulieu.co.uk @nationalmotormuseum @Beaulieu_Hants @national_motor_museum

ExburyGardens

Over a century in the making, Exbury’s glorious gardens have the power to delight and inspire everyone, no matter what their age. A spectacular collection of landscaped woodland and formal gardens with play areas and wild spaces provide an ever-changing palette of colour and fun that will entice you back as the seasons unfold.

Exbury Gardens, New Forest, SO45 1AZ | www.exbury.co.uk Call: 02380 891203 Email: info@exbury.co.uk @exburygardens @exburygardens @exburygardens

Butser AncientFarm

Travel back through 10,000 years of history and discover everyday life in the ancient world! Explore a Stone Age farm, Celtic village, Roman villa, and Saxon halls, and get hands-on with free activities for the whole family. A great day out that has something for everyone - even the dog!

Petersfield, PO8 0BG | www.butserancientfarm.co.uk Call: 02392 598838 Email: admin@butserancientfarm.co.uk @butserancientfarmhampshire @butserfarm @butserancientfarm

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GilbertWhite’s House&Gardens

Make memories to last a lifetime at Paultons Park- The UK’s No.1 Family Theme Park. Home to 5 incredible themed lands including 70 wonderful rides and attractions and the UK exclusive Peppa Pig World. Explore acres of beautiful parkland and visit an astonishing collection of animals, including penguins and meerkats!

The New Forest, SO51 6AL | www.paultonspark.co.uk Call: 023 8081 4442 Email: enquiries@paultons.co.uk

@paultonspark @paultonspark @paultonspark

Gilbert White’s House & Gardens is the home of the pioneering naturalist Gilbert White, with 25 acres of restored garden and parkland. The Museum also boasts the Oates Collections celebrating the lives of explorer Lawrence Oates and naturalist Frank Oates. The site includes a café, brewery, tap room and plant sales.

Selborne, Alton, GU34 3JH | www.gilbertwhiteshouse.org.uk Email: info@gilbertwhiteshouse.org.uk Call: 01420 511275 @GilbertWhitesHouseandGardens @GilbertWhites @gilbertwhiteoc

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Milestones Museum

Wander immersive indoor streets and walk-in shops from the Victorian era right through to the 1940s! Stroll the seaside pier and play on antique arcade machines. See a legacy of social history, including vintage vehicles and toys of yesteryear, and get your ration at the ‘40s sweet shop. So much to see, do and discover at Milestones!

Leisure Park, Churchill Way West, Basingstoke, RG22 6PG www.milestonesmuseum.org.uk | Call: 01256 639550

Email: milestones.museum@hampshireculturaltrust.org.uk @MilestonesMuseum @MilestonesHCT @milestonesmuseum

878AD

Unleash your inner Tarzan at three locations around Hampshire! Swing, bounce, climb and slide through the trees on Treetop courses suitable for the whole family, or take to two wheels on our all-terrain Forest Segways. It’s a day out like no other!

Life Live Adventurously at: Itchen Valley Country Park, SO30 3HQ. Moors Valley Country Park, BH24 2ET. Alice Holt, GU10 4LS. Call: 01603 895500 Email: questions@goape.co.uk | www.goape.co.uk @GoApeTribe @GoApeTribe @goapetribe

ManorFarm

Enjoy a great family day out strolling through Manor Farm’s traditional farmyard. There’s always something new to discover, from baby animals and daily kid-friendly activities to the historic tractor barn and themed events during school holidays. Make sure to complete your visit with a fun-filled visit to the Play Barn!

Pyland’s Lane, Bursledon, SO31 1BH www.hants.gov.uk/manorfarm

Call: 01489 787055 Email: mfcp.enquiries@hants.gov.uk @ManorFarm @ManorFarmCP @ManorFarmCP

878 AD is a great combination of an immersive, interactive exhibition and an app that will guide you through Winchester city, both inspired by the decisive Battle of Edington in 878, when Alfred the Great defeated the Vikings, and the world of the Assassin’s Creed Valhalla educational experience, Discovery Tour: Viking Age. Fun for all the family!

The Brooks Shopping Centre, Winchester, SO23 8QY www.878ad.co.uk | Call: 01962 454505 Email: info@878ad.co.uk | @878Winchester @878Winchester @878Winchester

marwellzoo

Winchester, SO21 1JH | www.marwell.org.uk Call: 01962 777407 | Email: marwell@marwell.org.uk @marwellwildlife @marwellwildlife @marwellzoo

Set sail for unforgettable adventures on the Isle of Wight with Red Funnel. Just 1 hour with a car from Southampton, you’ll feel world’s away as soon as you arrive. Discover over 25 beaches, 50 top attractions, outdoor activities, and things to do for all the family. Sail and save with 10% off Vehicle Ferry travel to the Isle of Wight. Town Quay, Southampton, SO14 2AR | www.redfunnel.co.uk Call: 023 800 19192 Email: post@redfunnel.co.uk @RedFunnelIsleofWightFerry @RedFunnelFerry @RedFunnelFerry

New Alresford, SO24 9JG | www.watercressline.co.uk Call: 01962 733 810 Email: info@watercressline.co.uk @watercressline @Watercress_Line @thewatercressline

winchester cathedral

Winchester Cathedral is a living monument to the Christian heritage of England and one of the most historically significant cathedrals in Europe. The Cathedral is also a visitor attraction, a venue for music and the arts, with a diverse programme of concerts, exhibitions, educational talks, family activities and more.

Winchester, SO23 9LS | www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk Email: cathedral.office@winchester-cathedral.org.uk Call: 01962 857200 @winchestercathedral @WinCathedral @winchestercathedral @winchestercathedraluk

mottisfont

A historic house and gallery set in riverside gardens. There’s plenty of space to run, jump and play, and always something for families to do. Enjoy activity trails in school holidays, a Wild Play area, and a family-friendly exhibition every summer. National Trust members and under 5s visit for free.

Romsey, SO51 0LP | www.nationaltrust.org.uk/mottisfont Call: 01794 340757 Email: mottisfont@nationaltrust.org.uk @MottisfontNT @MottisfontNT @MottisfontNT

Get set for an action-packed family adventure! Do you want to get hands-on with science? Climb inside a giant guitar? Blast off into space? You can! Watch as science comes to life through explosive shows and huge demos. And, for an unforgettable experience, journey through the stars in the Planetarium.

Winchester, SO21 1HZ | www.winchestersciencecentre.org Call: 01962 863791 Email: info@winchestersciencecentre.org @winchestersciencecentre @WinSciCentre @winchestersciencecentre

180 acres of award-winning gardens and arboretum to explore. Run the Jurassic Gunnera Boardwalk, climb the woodland tree house and jump on the wobbly bridge. Home to one of the longest summer borders, largest winter garden, ponds & children’s Education Garden. Year-round events and onsite Café it’s a perfect family day out.

Ampfield, SO51 0QA | www.hants.gov.uk/hilliergardens Call: 01794 368787 Email: info.hilliers@hants.gov.uk @HillierGardens @HillierGardens @HillierGardens

Thruxton Circuit - the fastest in the UK has something for everyone and is a must when looking for family days out in Hampshire. Thruxton Circuit has been operating driving events and race meetings for over 50 years. Activities include; Supercar and Racing Car Driving Experiences, Junior Driving, Skid Pan, 4x4 Off-Roading, Adult and Junior Karting plus high-profile Race Meetings.

Andover, SP11 8PN | www.thruxtonracing.co.uk Call: 01264 882222 Email: info@thruxtonracing.co.uk @thruxtonracing @thruxtonracing @thruxtonracing

portsmouth historicdockyard

Explore over 500 years of maritime history at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. With an Ultimate Explorer season ticket you can travel back in time at the Mary Rose, experience conservation in action at HMS Victory, walk the narrow confines of the HMS Alliance submarine and much more.

Portsmouth, PO1 3LJ | www.historicdockyard.co.uk Call: 023 9283 9766 Email: enquiries@historicdockyard.co.uk @historicdockyard @phdockyard @phdockyard

SpinnakerTower

Experience the south coast’s most spectacular view. Spinnaker Tower stands at 170 metres tall, offering breath-taking views over Portsmouth Harbour, the Solent and the Isle of Wight. Portsmouth’s iconic destination boasts a kitchen and bar, a high-speed lift, mindboggling virtual reality, thrilling glass sky walk, a high-tea experience.

Portsmouth, PO1 3TT | www.spinnakertower.co.uk

Call: 02392 857520 Email: info@spinnakertower.co.uk

@SpinnakerTower @SpinnakerTower @thespinnakertower @thespinnakertower

StauntonFarm

Feed your favourite farmyard friends at Staunton Farm. There are always plenty of animals to meet and feed, along with both outdoor and indoor play areas and extra fun activities in the school holidays. Don’t forget to pick up your locally sourced treats and essentials at Staunton Farm Shop!

Middle Park Way, Havant, PO9 5HB | www.hants.gov.uk/stauntonfarm Call: 02392 453405 | Email: staunton.enquiries@hants.gov.uk

@Stauntonfarmpark @stauntonfarmpark

Head to Clarence Pier for some traditional seaside fun. The park is one of the largest on the south coast, featuring over 12 rides and attractions, including the Tidal Wave spinning coaster, Mad Mouse roller coaster, and Canyon River ride. With 3 large indoor family entertainment centres, including the newly refurbished original Wimpy burger restaurant. New for 2023 The upside down house!

Clarence Pier, Southsea PO5 3AA | www.clarencepier.co.uk @clarencepiersouthsea @clarencepiersouthsea

FortNelson

Step back into history and fire their imaginations! Fort Nelson is a massive Victorian fort and home to the Royal Armouries collection of artillery - the Big Guns. The Fort is a great day out for all ages. Special events and school holiday activities throughout the year. Admission free. Portsmouth, PO17 6AN | www.royalarmouries.org Call: 01329 233734 | Email: fnenquiries@armouries.org.uk

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ISLE OF WIGHT

Reach the Isle of Wight in as little as 22 minutes with Wightlink - your link to award winning attractions, sandy beaches, worldclass festivals, and exceptional local produce. Travel by foot or by car on a choice of three routes – Portsmouth to Fishbourne, Portsmouth to Ryde and Lymington to Yarmouth.

Portsmouth, PO1 2LA | www.wightlink.co.uk Call: 0333 999 7333 Email: bookings@wightlink.co.uk @wightlink @wightlinkferry @wightlinkferry

Framed with a gorgeous 230 miles of coastline along its sunny southern shores and two incredible national parks to its west and east, Hampshire is a county that encompasses the essence of England at its finest. With beautiful coast and countryside to explore, Hampshire is a natural playground for families from camping, walking, or cycling in the New Forest or the South Downs to watersports in the Solent. The county’s three historic cities – Portsmouth, Southampton, and Winchester – are perfect for a cultural city break. For amazing family friendly things to do, accommodation, places to visit, events, and inspiring ideas for family days out and short breaks, plan your next trip at www.Visit-Hampshire.co.uk

Say Yes to your very own Island getaway in 2023. Discover thrilling attractions, amazing royal history and simply stunning beaches. Only a few miles off the south coast and simple to get to, a getaway to the Island will bring the whole family together. With a packed year-round events calendar and a wealth of accommodation from quirky glamping to luxury hotels and superb self-catering, a visit to the Isle of Wight is a wonderful escape. For more inspiration head to www.visitisleofwight.co.uk

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