Blog (things to do) - Visit Hampshire

From challenging off-road rides to scenic countryside roads, these autumn cycle routes will have you wheeling under golden canopies of leaves, and most can be shortened into smaller and more leisurely route segments for easier adventures.

Spooky trails, autumn leaf kicking, cosy pubs, and pumpkin picking.  Here are our top picks of what’s happening in Hampshire this October.

It’s raining, it’s pouring, but rain doesn’t have to stop play here in Hampshire. Step inside history, travel to outer space, or get active undercover: there are plenty of indoor places to go for a rainy day out in Hampshire – here are five of our faves.  

Late lingering days of summer herald a super September filled with food festivals, music, art, and culture in the county.  Here are our top picks of what’s happening in Hampshire this September.

Let the fun begin as soon as you leave home and make your journey part of your day out in Hampshire. Hop aboard a train, sit back, and enjoy the view by exploring the county on a railway journey – here are five of our faves.

From wonderful woodland to waterside walks, Hampshire’s diverse and beautiful terrain can be enjoyed in its many country parks where visitors can walk, cycle, picnic, and play in the great outdoors – here are five of our faves.

Always a hot date in the summer diary, the August bank holiday weekend is chock-a-block with festivals, special events, and plenty of fun things to do.

Inspired by the Olympic and Paralympic athletes in the 2024 summer of sport?

You don’t have to be a pro to have a go – from cycling to climbing and sailing to skateboarding, Hampshire has some excellent facilities where you can try out Olympics sports whatever your ability – let the Games begin!

School’s out for summer and a month packed full of events, trails, sport, festivals, and activities lies ahead this awesome August in Hampshire.

Here are our top picks of what’s happening in Hampshire this August.

Whether you’re an experienced rider with your own horse or you’d like to try horse riding for the first time, Hampshire has over 465 miles of bridleways to explore with many excellent riding schools to show you the way – here are five of our fave places to go horse riding in Hampshire.

If you like to combine your paddleboard adventures with a well-earned visit to a pub then these SUP and sip spots are for you. With its rivers, canals, and coastline, Hampshire is a haven for paddleboarding, and a waterside pub is never far away – here are five of our faves.

Whether you’re visiting Hampshire this summer holidays or you need something to entertain the children locally, a summer activity trail makes for a great family day out – here are five of our faves.