Pictures of Hampshire

A county in England

About the county of Hampshire

The County of Hampshire lies in the South of England and offers an enchanting blend of both coast and countryside. It is home to the 'New Forest', which covers some 145 square miles, making it Englands largest, intact ancient woodlands thus earning the area national and international status. Winchester is home to one of England's largest cathedrals, 'Winchester Cathedral' has its origins in the 7th century, when
a Christian Church was first built on the site. Hampshire has many notable attractions including, 'Mottisfont Abbey Gardens', 'Broadlands' a magnificent 18th century house in a superb setting on the banks of the River Test and Famous for being the home of Lord Mountbatten, and 'Highclere Castle' home of the Earl and Countess of Carnarvon and probably the finest Victorian home still in existence.

Recommended towns & villages to visit in Hampshire

Brockenhurst (44 Pictures)

Gloriously set, like a jewel in a crown, between woodland and heathland, is the picturesque place called Brockenhurst...

Kingsclere (6 Pictures)

A picturesque village in Hampshire, near to Watership Down...

Lymington (106 Pictures)

A lovely Georgian port town on the Solent and at the edge of The New Forest, Hampshire. Lymington is a popular sailing resort with 3 marinas and was once a busy place for.....

Milford on Sea (94 Pictures)

The advent of the railways brought the Victorians flocking the enjoy the delights of Milford beach, which is mostly sand and shingle and from which, safe bathing can be enjoyed...

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Broadlands (5 Pictures)

This gracious Palladian mansion was the home of the late Lord Louis Mountbatten and the place where the Queen, as the young.....

Eling Tide Mill (5 Pictures)

Eling Tide Mill is a fascinating tourist attraction. It is a place steeped in history where flour has been milled for over 900.....

Mottisfont Abbey & Gardens (61 Pictures)

Mottisfont Abbey is beautifully set on green lawns amidst vast old trees, it is bounded on one side by the rich water-meadows of.....

Spinners Garden (12 Pictures)

Spinners Garden and Nursery can be found in the attractive valley village of Boldre, about three miles to the south of.....

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