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Places to Visit in the New Forest and North Hampshire

Visit North Hampshire Attractions

Butser Ancient Farm

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Travel back through 10,000 years of history and discover everyday life in the ancient world at Butser Ancient Farm! 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 Facebook: @butserancientfarmhampshire Twitter: @butserfarm Instagram: @butserancientfarm

Gilbert White's House & Gardens

Gilbert White's House & Gardens 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 Facebook: @GilbertWhitesHouseandGardens Twitter: @GilbertWhites Instagram: @gilbertwhiteoc

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 Facebook: @MilestonesMuseum Twitter: @MilestonesHCT Instagram: @milestonesmuseum

Visit New Forest Attractions

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 Facebook: @nationalmotormuseum Twitter: @Beaulieu_Hants Instagram: @national_motor_museum

Exbury Gardens

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 Facebook: @exburygardens Twitter: @exburygardens Instagram: @exburygardens

Paulton's Park

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

Facebook: @paultonspark Twitter: @paultonspark Instagram: @paultonspark