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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.
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Top places to visit in Hampshire
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Mottisfont
Once a medieval priory, today you’ll find a romantic house with 1930s interiors and an art gallery, nestled in beautiful riverside gardens.
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The Vyne
Explore a former Tudor powerhouse turned 18th-century family home, set in formal gardens, with walks to woodlands and wildlife-rich wetlands.
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Hinton Ampner
An elegant country house with exquisite collections, and picturesque gardens surrounded by an estate that’s perfect for walks.
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Winchester City Mill
An ancient working watermill in the heart of the city, with visiting otters, an island garden, and café that uses the mill’s stoneground flour.
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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.
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New Forest Commons
A colourful mosaic of blooming heather and gorse, braided wetlands and ancient woodland pasture
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Stockbridge Down
Chalk downland with far-reaching views, a variety of wildlife and archaeological features
Spring highlights in Hampshire
The bluebells are out uncommonly 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.
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Bluebell woods at The Vyne
Follow the 1.3 mile Woodland Walk trail, which takes you past The Vyne’s magnificent lake on which swans and their signets swim. Carpets of native bluebells cover the woodland floor. There are lots of other wildflowers to enjoy too, from early purple orchids to snowy white wood anemones.
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Bluebells displays at Hinton Ampner
There are several pretty walks from the Hinton Ampner estate, but the Dutton Estate four mile walk leads to glorious bluebells woods. You’ll also see beautiful displays of scented bluebells in the copse alongside field boundaries when you set out from the gardens.
What's on for families in Hampshire
Wherever you visit us in Hampshire, you’ll find family adventures big and small at Mottisfont, Hinton Ampner and The Vyne.
May half term in Hampshire
Each of our Hampshire places has something new to offer families this May half term. Choose from themed activity packs full of creative inspiration at Mottisfont and a cut-out scene to decorate and keep. There’s teddy bear theatre at Hinton Ampner with puppets and songs. It’s wildlife bingo time at The Vyne, with fun nature challenges outdoors.
More family fun in Hampshire
From Wild Play balancing beams at Mottisfont to acres of garden, meadows and woods at Hinton Ampner and The Vyne, kids can safely roam and run, build camps and hunt for bugs. There are mini lunches and snacks in our cafes, and pocket money gifts in our shops.
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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.
Upcoming events
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20 Years of Milling with the National Trust
Winchester City Mill, Winchester, HampshireTo celebrate our 20th anniversary of milling with the National Trust, we'll be delving into our archives to showcase photographs and stories from the last two decades.
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Hinton in Bloom: Spring
Hinton Ampner, near Alresford, HampshireWe invite you to unfurl after the winter and experience the grounds and garden springing to life at Hinton Ampner. Orchards of daffodils and anemones give way to Kanzan and Mount Fuji blossom with swathes of tulips in the walled garden. Look out...
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Life on Watership Down
Sandham Memorial Chapel, near Newbury, HampshireOriginal oil paintings chosen by Watership Down author Richard Adams for the 40th anniversary edition of his novel are on display at the National Trust’s Sandham Memorial Chapel in Burghclere.
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Hinton in Bloom: Blossom Week
Hinton Ampner, near Alresford, HampshireThis week the spotlight is on Blossom! Think of this as a Japanese inspired celebration with a British twist. We encourage you to soak in the sight of our blossom trees and in the Butler's Pantry leave a note on the tree to tell us what delights...
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Spring Painting Workshop at Hinton Ampner
Hinton Ampner, near Alresford, HampshireLearn how to paint beautiful tulips with artist and tutor Linda Turner.
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Guided walks along the River Test at Mottisfont
Mottisfont, near Romsey, HampshireTuesdays and Wednesdays until 25 September, 11.30am and 2pm: a rare chance to walk along the banks the River Test, to find out more about the importance of chalk steams and the work we do to protect them.
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Vyne Line | Basingstoke community minibus
The Vyne, Basingstoke, HampshireFree shuttle service between Basingstoke Train Station and The Vyne. Normal admission applies. Pre-booking minibus essential on 07967 875832.
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Highlights Tours
Sandham Memorial Chapel, near Newbury, HampshireGet beneath the surface of Sir Stanley Spencer’s paintings on a 45-minute bespoke tour of the chapel.
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