The County of Hampshire in the south of England boasts the largest intact original forest in England in the beautiful New Forest which covers 145 square miles. Over 100 square miles of the area encompassed by the New Forest is actually woodland and the remainder is taken up by farms and villages. Although not declared a national park until recent years, Hampshires New Forest has nevertheless remained virtually unchanged since 1079 when William the Conqueror named it. The New Forest is famous for its wild ponies and a distinguishing feature is that Hampshire has a large free roaming herd of Red Deer, protected by the government and hunting is prohibited. The Farnborough Airshow is a popular international event, held biennially.
Chichester Harbour National Landscape - peaceful coastal waterways and wildlife in West Sussex. Chichester Harbour National Landscape is a beaut...
Golden Gecko Climbing Centre - indoor climbing and bouldering in Hampshire. Golden Gecko Climbing Centre is a welcoming indoor climbing facility...
National Motor Museum Beaulieu - Iconic motoring museum and visitor attraction in the New Forest. The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu is one o...
New Forest National Park - ancient woodland and heathland in Hampshire. New Forest National Park is a unique and protected landscape in Hampshir...
Sir Harold Hillier Gardens - expansive arboretum and botanical gardens in Hampshire. Sir Harold Hillier Gardens is a renowned arboretum located ...
South Downs National Park - rolling chalk hills and scenic countryside in southern England. South Downs National Park stretches from Winchester ...