Ancient Abbey ruins were the centre of the village settlement and imparted its name. Now, Palace House is home to the Montagu family and there are exhibitions of monastic life with grounds and gardens to get lost in. Oh, and the famous motor museum of course.
575 hectares of heathland full of wildlife and steeped in Bronze Age history, with panoramic views from Stagbury Hill (second highest point of the New Forest), wetland bogs, Stocks Cross and a barrow site.
A heritage haven in the heart of the New Forest, nestled on thebanks of the Beaulieu River, this is a whole village of maritime history. A shipbuilding village from the 18th Century, there are replica workshops, the Maritime Museum, cottages, cruises, and trails to follow. It's not too expensive and provides a unique day out for the whole family.
Originally built in 1814, Bursledon Windmill was restored and re-opened in the 1900's as a visitor attraction. Spend time leaning about the facinating history here, take a walk through Windmill Wood and visit the shop for souvenirs. Check their website for opening times.
A miniature version of the New Forest, packed full of every variety of heathland habitat and accompanying wildlife, it's dog walking heaven.
A shingle spit away from the mainland, this fortress was built by Henry VIII to protect the Solent and once imprisoned Charles I. The castle itself is only open April - end October with daily ferries 10am - 5pm
Undulating landscapes of heather and vale, expore the ins and outs of this spectacular scenery with a worthwhile walk. There are WWII bunkers and battlements to discover.
Just off The Hangers Way, there's a magnificent beech wood and flower-filled meadows to wander through and be inspired.
A grand Tudor mansion, once home to a community of Premonstratensian canons, Titchfield Abbey opens to the public from March to October with further details available on their website.
A rare surviving example of an urban working corn mill, the City Mill was rebuilt in 1744 and remained in use until the early 20th Century. The City Mill was restored to full working order in 2004 having been taken over by the NT in the 1920s.
'Hampshire has an abundance of Heritage Sites, from standing stones to historic estates, we have 10 in Hampshire. Reviewed by people who have been there.'
Ancient Abbey ruins were the centre of the village settlement and imparted its name. Now, Palace House is home to the Montagu family and there are exhibitions of monastic life with grounds and gardens to get lost in. Oh, and the famous motor museum of course.
575 hectares of heathland full of wildlife and steeped in Bronze Age history, with panoramic views from Stagbury Hill (second highest point of the New Forest), wetland bogs, Stocks Cross and a barrow site.
A heritage haven in the heart of the New Forest, nestled on thebanks of the Beaulieu River, this is a whole village of maritime history. A shipbuilding village from the 18th Century, there are replica workshops, the Maritime Museum, cottages, cruises, and trails to follow. It's not too expensive and provides a unique day out for the whole family.
Originally built in 1814, Bursledon Windmill was restored and re-opened in the 1900's as a visitor attraction. Spend time leaning about the facinating history here, take a walk through Windmill Wood and visit the shop for souvenirs. Check their website for opening times.
A miniature version of the New Forest, packed full of every variety of heathland habitat and accompanying wildlife, it's dog walking heaven.
A shingle spit away from the mainland, this fortress was built by Henry VIII to protect the Solent and once imprisoned Charles I. The castle itself is only open April - end October with daily ferries 10am - 5pm
Undulating landscapes of heather and vale, expore the ins and outs of this spectacular scenery with a worthwhile walk. There are WWII bunkers and battlements to discover.
Just off The Hangers Way, there's a magnificent beech wood and flower-filled meadows to wander through and be inspired.
A grand Tudor mansion, once home to a community of Premonstratensian canons, Titchfield Abbey opens to the public from March to October with further details available on their website.
A rare surviving example of an urban working corn mill, the City Mill was rebuilt in 1744 and remained in use until the early 20th Century. The City Mill was restored to full working order in 2004 having been taken over by the NT in the 1920s.