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Test Valley Visitor Guide 2021 FREE GUIDE TEST VALLEY VISITOR GUIDE Stay, explore and enjoy this lovely part of Hampshire www.visittestvalley.co.uk @Visit-Test-Valley @visit_test_valley @VisitTestValley The World-Famous Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra Conducted by Pete Harrison Plus Outstanding Guests Aled Jones & Laura Wright And Special Performances by Also Featuring The Red Arrows and a Spitfire & Hurricane Display Broadlands Estate | Romsey | England www.parkproms.com * Tickets covered by our refund or roll over guarantee - Details on our website 2 Test Valley Visitor Guide WELCOME TO TEST VALLEY If you’ve discovered Test Valley then you’ve WHERE TO FIND OUT MORE come upon a quintessential corner of England. The award-winning Visitor Information Centre An idyllic rural escape, Test Valley will leave in Romsey and eight tourist information your heart warmed and mind rejuvenated. points across the borough offer further With its wide open spaces, miles of information to help you enjoy your stay in picturesque walks and perfect picnic spots, it’s Test Valley. the staycation destination for those looking VIC staff will be pleased to help you plan your to enjoy a break away without the worry of visit and provide advice. Please telephone or crowds. call in for current information: This beautiful countryside is home to the 13 Church Street, Romsey SO51 8BT market towns of Andover, Stockbridge and 01794 512987 | [email protected] Romsey, each with a unique identity and all @moreRomsey offering a warm Test Valley welcome. @RomseyinbeautifulTestValley The famous River Test with its gin-clear waters, meanders through the heart of the district Contents making it the perfect spot for riverside walks Easy to Visit Perfect for Exploring 4 and being at one with nature, and is a world- Magic Family Moments 6 renowned Mecca for dry fly fishing. Adrenaline Pumping 8 Walk through breathtaking landscapes, taste Test Valley History 11 delicious local produce and relish the serenity River Test 13 of the River Test. Visit the area’s magnificent gardens and marvel at its history from ancient Beautiful Gardens 14 hill-forts to Edwardian country houses. Art and Culture 17 Whether you are here for the day, a short Test Valley Encore 19 break, or longer, this handy guide captures the Staying in the Test Valley 20 best places to visit to make the most of your Stockbridge and Andover Towns 19 time. Welcome to Romsey 23 Discover this destination that does wonders for Wide Open Spaces 24 mind, body and soul! Local Provenance - food, drink & local shops 28 Front cover photograph by Lyndsey Vidler, Swans at Mottisfont. Test Valley Photography Competition Winner 2020-21. Test Valley Borough Council does not endorse any of the products or services presented in this guide, and cannot be held responsible for any loss, damage or inconvenience incurred as a result of changes to advertised information. Always check details before making arrangements. To find out more about advertising in the guide contact: [email protected] www.VisitTestValley.co.uk to find out more and plan your visit. Connect with us... @Visit-Test-Valley @visit_test_valley @VisitTestValley Test Valley Visitor Guide 3 THE PERFECT STAYCATION With a big question mark hovering riding and cycling are fantastic ways to over our ability to travel freely get out and about, and with the long abroad, it is of no surprise that distance Test Way providing 44 miles of staying in the UK for your holiday is exploration through the countryside. the popular choice. As well as the peaceful hamlets you The ‘Staycation’ has never been more will find some of the best pubs and sought after, and with a destination as restaurants in the county, serving fresh, stunning and fascinating as Test Valley, mouthwatering, local produce. The it offers the perfect location for days Mayfly in Stockbridge sits right next out, weekend breaks, and longer visits. to the River Test, and The Three Tuns is just 5-minutes walk from Romsey’s Stay somewhere that offers something Market Place, both offering outdoor unusual or just a bit different. What seating. could be more fun than staying in a treehouse overlooking a vineyard, a Test Valley is also home to many converted narrow boat or converted wonderful attractions, including Sir railway carriage! Harold Hillier Gardens, Mottisfont, Houghton Lodge, and Romsey Abbey Its ample outdoor spaces and natural to name a few. Meaning there is plenty beauty means there is plenty to enjoy to do and something for the whole out in the fresh air. Walking, horse family to enjoy! 4 Test Valley Visitor Guide Get the Visitor Guide on your tablet or mobile If you would like to download a copy of the Visitor Guide to use on your mobile or tablet, you can find it at: www.testvalley.gov.uk/ visitorguide WE ARE HERE! TOP TIP! Many attractions have implemented ticketing systems to ensure your safety and meet Government guidelines. Don’t miss out, book your tickets ahead of your visit! Of course, you’ll need accommodation for your stay and you won’t be short of choice! From campsites, B&Bs, and self- catering accommodation, to romantic country house hotels, stylish boutiques, and modern hotels to suit all budgets, you’ll be sure to find the perfect place to rest your head. Test Valley Visitor Guide 5 MAGIC FAMILY MOMENTS After a year of lockdowns you must be ready to make up for some lost time! Test Valley is a destination for creating those lasting memories, putting smiles on faces, and bringing family and friends together. Experience great days out at wonderful local attractions, learn and discover new things, and blow the cobwebs away on unique adventures! With plenty to do outside and measures in place to ensure your safety at attractions, it’s time to get back out and enjoy yourselves! TOP TIP! Many attractions now require you to book in advance, so make sure you book ahead to avoid disappointment. IMAGE: Hillier Gardens Photography by Catherine Skinner IMAGE: Hillier Gardens 6 Test Valley Visitor Guide FUN IN THE GREAT OUTDOORS ANIMAL MAGIC If you’re looking for some serious family If the little ones want to get closer to fun, then Paultons Park is a great value animals, there is a world of fun at Finkley family theme park with more than 70 Down Farm. Activities run each day wonderful rides and attractions. It is offering the chance to cuddle a rabbit, also home of Peppa Pig World, Lost groom a pony, feed the goats or even get Kingdom, Critter Creek, and the long closer to reptiles. There are go-karts, mini awaited - Tornado Springs, a new midwest ride-on tractors, sandpits and trampolines experience that, after being delayed due to burn off their energy and an indoor play to Covid-19, is now open and ready for barn for those inclement days. It’s open you to enjoy! all year round with a great diary of special Whether you are a novice rider or a events, so pack a picnic or choose to dine galloping pro, the landscapes offer horse- in the tearoom and enjoy the whole riders many miles of bridleway through day here. the tranquil scenery of Stockbridge Down, Another opportunity to get friendly with Chilbolton Common and Danebury the animals is at Cholderton Charlie’s Hillfort. There are many riding schools Farm. Talk to the animals, feed them or and stables offering superb equestrian just admire their unique characters. You facilities including five-star livery services, can even adopt them! Appealing to all top-class tuition and horse trekking ages, there is a 500 foot long, 32-foot high experiences perfect for those with a sense treetop trail; tree house, zip-line and nest of adventure. swing to let the kids go wild on. If it’s feathered friends you prefer, prepare SOMETHING FOR UMBRELLA DAYS yourselves for a truly unique day out at If it’s not quite the right weather to be The Hawk Conservancy Trust. The award- spending the day outside then there’s winning visitor attraction offers a full day no need to worry. There are plenty of out for all ages with magnificent flying indoor attractions to keep you warm, dry displays set to music. and entertained! With special term time and school holiday activities at Andover Museum and Museum of the Iron Age, children will have fun tracing the history of Andover from prehistoric times to the present day, perfect for those inquisitive families. Test Valley Visitor Guide 7 ADRENALINE FUELLED LEISURE BREAKS It’s not all slow and steady in Test Valley. How about a bit of healthy family An idyllic place to relax but also the competition with Andover’s Riverside perfect spot for some fast-paced fun! Bowl or a fun swim at Andover’s new You’ll find a whole host of activities and Leisure Centre and Romsey Rapids Sports attractions on offer to get the adrenaline Complex. The family will love making pumping and leave you feeling alive! a splash! If you’re a bit of a thrill-seeker you will love If cycling’s your thing take advantage of the famous motor racing circuit at Thruxton the many routes on offer for cyclists of – the fastest race track in the UK. With the all levels of ability and interest – from flat latest supercars and racing cars, a driving and leisurely rides along a disused railway experience at Thruxton is a unique and line to more energetic and hilly mountain memorable day out for any petrol head. biking. Try road cycling around some of Hampshire’s most picturesque villages Prefer two-wheels? With so many cycle such as Wherwell, Chilbolton, Longstock routes around Test Valley, it’s a great way and Longparish.
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