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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.

Places to visit

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Top places to visit in Hampshire

The walled rose garden at Mottisfont, 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.

near Romsey, Hampshire

Fully open today
Herbaceous borders of the summerhouse garden at the Vyne, Hampshire
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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.

Basingstoke, Hampshire

Fully open today
Pink rose arch in foreground, green lawn and wall behind, then house
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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.

near Alresford, Hampshire

Fully open today
Footpath and river with exterior of mill in background, Winchester City Mill, Hampshire
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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.

Winchester, Hampshire

Fully open today
Bright flower borders in the foreground with red brick chapel in background
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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.

near Newbury, Hampshire

Fully open today
Sunrise over Rockford Common, New Forest, Hampshire, with trees and cattle
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New Forest Commons 

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

Hampshire

Fully open today
Person taking in the view south over Stockbridge Down, Hampshire
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Stockbridge Down 

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

near Stockbridge, Hampshire

Fully open today

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.

A child on climbing equipment in the play area at Mottisfont, Hampshire

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.

Planning ahead? Here's some summer inspiration

Summer at our places in Hampshire will introduce families to all sorts of wonderful new experiences, stretching kids’ imaginations and encouraging them to try new activities, in glorious summer spaces.

Female circus performer making large bubbles in garden surrounded by adults and children

Summer family days out 

Step into the funny world of children’s author John Burningham at Mottisfont. You’ll be transported into stories like Borka the Featherless Goose and Avocado Baby, with playful spaces, a life-size ‘magic’ bed and an outdoor adventure trail. The circus comes to Hinton Ampner, with lots of fun ways to test your juggling, balancing and dancing skills plus tuition from real circus performers! Look out for the amazing circus caravan selfie station too. At The Vyne you can host your own mini sporting tournament. The gardens are packed with sporty games the whole family can enjoy, from long jump and hurdles to relay racing and bean bag shot.

Planning your visit to Hampshire places

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

Find your local Hampshire supporter group

An image of a person pushing a wheelbarrow and another person holding a spade
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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.

Upcoming events

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Summer games at The Vyne 

The Vyne, Basingstoke, Hampshire

For an energetic day out, all ages can enjoy bean bag shot put, an obstacle course, long jump, high jump, triple jump, relay race, hurdles and ribbon gymnastics in the gardens at The Vyne.

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27 Jul to 1 Sep 2024
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10:00 to 16:00
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Heritage explorer trail 

The Vyne, Basingstoke, Hampshire

Everywhere you look there’s some archaeological evidence to be found. Become a heritage explorer for the day and see what you can find using a free spotter sheet available at Visitor Reception.

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27 Jul to 28 Jul 2024
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10:00 to 16:00
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Festival of Archaeology 

Hinton Ampner, near Alresford, Hampshire

Festival of Archaeology returns this year to coincide with the 80th anniversary of The Council of British Archaeology and this year’s theme is community.

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27 Jul to 28 Jul 2024
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10:00 to 16:00
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Wild Summer Fun at City Mill 

Winchester City Mill, Winchester, Hampshire

Explore the wild and wonderful world of nature right here in the heart of the City of Winchester this summer holiday. The Mill is famous for our otters, so pop down and see if you can spot one! Find all 6 toy otters who are hiding in the nooks...

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27 Jul to 1 Sep 2024
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10:00 to 17:00
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John Burningham's Bedtime Stories: exhibition and activity trail 

Mottisfont, near Romsey, Hampshire

Saturday 20 July – Sunday 29 September: a family-friendly exhibition and activity trail celebrating the wild and wonderful world of award-winning children's author and illustrator John Burningham.

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27 Jul to 29 Sep 2024
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10:00 to 17:00
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Hinton Ampner's Summer of Circus 

Hinton Ampner, near Alresford, Hampshire

Roll up, roll up! A Summer of Play arrives at Hinton Ampner, with a circus twist! Step up and experience the gardens and grounds like never before and experience a whole world of PLAY.

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27 Jul to 1 Sep 2024
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10:00 to 17:00
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Tomb Chamber stained glass display 

The Vyne, Basingstoke, Hampshire

Explore a completed project to conserve The Vyne's stained-glass windows and see 18th-century glass items from the collection in two first-floor rooms. Inspired by windows, you’ll find brainteasing puzzles and community artwork in the old kitchen.

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27 Jul to 3 Nov 2024
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11:00 to 15:00
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Turn the Quern! Family Activity 

Winchester City Mill, Winchester, Hampshire

Join us for family quern demonstrations this summer and learn all about milling and how we make flour!

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27 Jul to 17 Aug 2024
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11:30 to 12:30
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Visitors exploring the sand dunes and the woodland at Formby, Liverpool

Where will you visit next?

Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.