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Sunrise at Lymington Quay, Lymington, Hampshire

About 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.

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See below for all the best towns & attractions in Hampshire, or see a selection of our Hampshire photographs on our picture tour of Hampshire..

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Recommended towns & villages in Hampshire

	Alton An historic market town which in recent times derived its prosperity from hop fields and the brewing industry, previously it had been a centre for wool and cloth... Information \| Pictures (5) \| Hotels
	Burley .. Information \| Pictures (46) \| Hotels
	Hambledon This lovely red-brick village was the early home of cricket. A club was founded here in 1760 when the laws governing the game were laid down... Information \| Pictures (13) \| Hotels
	Lepe This is mostly a small country park amongst trees with beautiful views across the Solent towards the Isle of Wight... Information \| Pictures (28) \| Hotels
	Lyndhurst .. Information \| Pictures (71) \| Hotels
	Minstead This is a delightful New Forest village which was once described as "the place where Mint grew" it is a beautiful unspoilt place with a church which looks as though it is shaped from a collection of cottages... Information \| Pictures (19) \| Hotels
	Pilley The attractive village of Pilley lies in a landscape famous for its scenic beauty, it encompasses a vast variety of valley's, hills, downs and the glorious New Forest National Park... Information \| Pictures (7) \| Hotels
	Totton Totton is a small town lying close to Southampton Water with easy access to the picturesque New Forest National Park, making it a desirable place to stay for anyone wishing to explore both coast and countryside... Information \| Pictures (6) \| Hotels
	Wherwell This enchanting little village boasts a host of thickly thatched, black and white, half timbered cottages,and has a bit of a bloody history... Information \| Pictures (5) \| Hotels

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Recommended attractions in Hampshire

	Beaulieu Palace House Palace House and the old abbey ruins can be found a short distance away from the National Motor Museum, just one of Beaulieu's..... Information \| Pictures (64) \| Hotels
	Butser Ancient Farm For anyone wishing to learn more about the everyday life of the Celts and the Romans, how they lived in their thatched..... Information \| Pictures (5) \| Hotels
	Marwell Zoological Park This is a lovely tourist attraction which gives everyone a great day out. The zoo, founded in 1972 by conservationist John..... Information \| Pictures (54) \| Hotels
	Portsmouth Cathedral Portsmouth cathedral developed out of what was once the local parish church of St.Thomas of Canterbury. It became a cathedral in..... Information \| Pictures (4) \| Hotels
	Portsmouth Historic Dockyard One of the favourite attractions to visit in Southern England is Portsmouth's Historic Dockyard, home to some of the most famous..... Information \| Pictures (52) \| Hotels
	Royal Victoria Country Park .. Information \| Pictures (23) \| Hotels
	Wolvesey Castle The outstanding remains of Wolvesey Castle stand as a stern reminder of the days when the order of life was God first, followed..... Information \| Pictures (14) \| Hotels