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Located on Hampshire’s south coast is the city of Southampton, best known for its busy port and as the UK’s cruise capital. Southampton is also one of the south coasts best shopping destinations; it is home to top theatres attracting West End shows and big name comedians, there are a number of fascinating museums and art galleries, you’ll be spoilt for choice with top places to eat and you’ll find a jam packed programme of big events. 

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.

Autumn has arrived in the New Forest National Park, and the landscape is bursting with vibrant colours as Mother Nature puts on her most spectacular show of the year.

This beautiful part of Hampshire is just the ticket for a long weekend or short break, offering plenty of opportunities to enjoy the fresh air, woodland wildlife and stunning scenery.

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.