Pictures of Hampshire

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

Fritham (7 Pictures)

in the county of Hampshire

Fritham is an idyllic New Forest village, which was mentioned in the Doomsday Book. It is quite off the beaten track in an area where visitors can enjoy a peaceful atmosphere amongst lovely natural surroundings...

Keyhaven (92 Pictures)

in the county of Hampshire

The village is lovely and peaceful with moorings for boats along the quayside and unrivalled views across to the Isle of Wight and Hurst Castle...

Totton (6 Pictures)

in the county of Hampshire

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...

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Recommended Attractions to visit in Hampshire

Bolton's Bench (2 Pictures)

A New Forest Landmark, commemorating the 18th century New Forest Master Keeper, the Duke of Bolton...

Chapel of the Holy Ghost (2 Pictures)

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Mottisfont Abbey & Gardens (71 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.....

Watership Down (6 Pictures)

Watership Down is a famous novel by British author Richard Adams. It is also a hill in the north of Hampshire, England, near the.....

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