Hampshire

A former Tudor ‘power house’ visited by Henry VIII, a 1930s country retreat and famous rose garden, a Georgian mansion with panoramic views, and an ancient working watermill in the heart of a city. These are yours to discover in Hampshire, together with acres of wildlife-rich downland, crystal-clear chalk streams, and ancient New Forest heaths.

Places to visit

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Top places to visit in Hampshire

Mottisfont

Once a medieval priory, today you’ll find a romantic house with 1930s interiors and an art gallery, nestled in beautiful riverside gardens.

The Vyne

Explore a former Tudor powerhouse turned 18th-century family home, set in formal gardens, with walks to woodlands and wildlife-rich wetlands.

Hinton Ampner

An elegant country house with exquisite collections, and picturesque gardens surrounded by an estate that’s perfect for walks.

Winchester City Mill

An ancient working watermill in the heart of the city, with visiting otters, an island garden, and cosy indoor and outdoor café.

Sandham Memorial Chapel

20th-century chapel and garden in a peaceful Hampshire village that houses an unexpected treasure – an epic series of wall paintings by world-famous war artist Sir Stanley Spencer.

New Forest Commons

A colourful mosaic of blooming heather and gorse, braided wetlands and ancient woodland pasture

A herd of New Forest ponies grazing peacefully with a small pond and trees in the background at New Forest Northern Commons, Hampshire

Stockbridge Down

Chalk downland with far-reaching views, a variety of wildlife and archaeological features

Ludshott Commons

One of the largest remaining areas of heathland in east Hampshire

Pathway through the heather on the heathland of Ludshott Common, Hampshire

Top things to do in Hampshire

Daffodils under a plane tree in the gardens at Mottisfont, Hampshire

Gardens and parks in Hampshire

Pale daffodils bloom in front of the house at The Vyne.

Houses and buildings in Hampshire

Path through bluebells in beech woodland, Hinton Ampner, Hampshire

Countryside and woodland in Hampshire

Two people walking along a grass path on Stockbridge Down, with views of the surrounding countryside

Walking in Hampshire

Two young children run past daffodils with a lady out of focus sat behind them.

Family-friendly places in Hampshire

A light-coloured dog runs towards the camera, with its owners standing behind, with grassy hills and woodland, in the summer, at Bramshaw Commons and Foxbury, Hampshire

Dog-friendly places in Hampshire

A woman in a pink jumper, eating a sandwich, feeds a toddler in a chunky knit cardigan, sitting in a wooden high chair in a café

Places to eat in Hampshire

Volunteers making charcoal at Mottisfont, Hampshire

Volunteering in Hampshire

Family fun in Hampshire

'We're Going on a Bear Hunt' at The Vyne

16 May to 28 June: ‘We’re Going on a Bear Hunt’ comes to The Vyne. The award-winning animation, based on the much-loved picture book will be brought to life through a series of interactive installations. Get ready to swish, splash and squelch your way through this new sensory trail as you search for the bear.

'I Spot a Cow' trail at Hinton Ampner

2 May to 28 June: To celebrate the launch of new book I Spot a Cow by Kay Vincent, published by Nosy Crow in collaboration with the National Trust, we've created a brand new family trail. In Hinton Ampner’s flower-filled gardens search for the book’s farm animals and discover lots of fun games they’ve left behind for you to try. For ages 3-5 years.

Get giggly at Mottisfont

23 to 31 May: Mottisfont’s the place to be for classic outdoor games that the whole family can enjoy this half term. Get giggly in the sack race, wobble your way across the stepping logs, and try our bean bag target practice. There’s hobby horse racing too; who’ll be the winning jockey? For ages 3-8 years.

Three children in hessian sacks racing each other as two adults watch.

Special exhibitions in Hampshire

Treasured Collections at Hinton Ampner

31 January to 31 May: Wander through rooms to discover striking and curious pieces from Hinton Ampner’s past. Designed and crafted in Britain, they reveal fascinating stories of skill, beauty and global influence.

Close up of inkstand featuring an Asian-style grey dragon with wings and curled tail curved over a gold coloured mortar on its back

Springtime displays

Tulip displays in Hampshire

The tulip displays in our Hampshire gardens are looking wonderful this spring. Our mild winter has seen them come out earlier than usual at Mottisfont, Hinton Ampner and The Vyne, and they’ll be looking their best in April.

Yellow and purple tulips in the parterre at Mottisfont, with the house in the background

Bluebell woods

The bluebells are likely to be early this year, peaking between mid- and late April. The woods at The Vyne and Hinton Ampner are littered with thousands of these violet-blue, delicately scented wildflowers. You’ll find displays in Spearywell Woods too, a 15 minute walk or five minute drive from the gardens at Mottisfont.

Planning your visit to Hampshire places

Sustainable travel in Hampshire

There are a number of sustainable travel options for travelling to and from the places in our care in Hampshire, whether you're looking to travel by train, bus, bike or foot.

A family walking by water in the springtime at Mottisfont, Hampshire.

Find your local Hampshire supporter group

Supporter groups in Hampshire

Find out how to join a supporter group near you. There are several supporter groups located throughout Hampshire, and their members have access to a range of benefits including special interest talks, volunteering opportunities, fun social events and organised day trips to properties around the country.