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2015 FREE MAP & vouchers inside!! www.hampshireattractions.co.uk Hi I’m Harry, Welcome to Hampshire’s Top Attractions - a comprehensive guide to the best places to visit in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight for 2015 – there’s so much to see and do for all the family. So, let’s go exploring! www.hampshireattractions.co.uk WIN a visit to Hampshire worth up to £1000!!! For your chance to win an overnight stay in a Hampshire Hotel and family tickets to 10 Hampshire’s Top Attractions of your choice in 2016 visit www.hampshireattractions.co.uk/ leafletcompetition or scan the below QR code and follow the instructions to be entered into the FREE prize draw. KEY TO SYMBOLS: Café / Restaurant Disabled Toilets Disabled Parking Disabled Access BEAULIEU One ticket gives access to all these stunning Beaulieu attractions! With over 250 vehicles, the National Motor Museum tells the story of motoring on our roads and racetracks. Re-live memorable challenges in World of Top Gear. Experience the Victorian splendour of Palace House and Gardens, explore the tranquil ruins of Beaulieu Abbey, ride the monorail for sweeping views of the park, and much more. See our website for event information. Beaulieu, Hampshire, SO42 7ZN T: 01590 612345 E: [email protected] www.beaulieu.co.uk Open everyday from 10am (except Christmas Day) BLUE REEF AQUARIUM Portsmouth Overlooking the bustling Solent, Portsmouth’s award-winning Blue Reef Aquarium is home to thousands of incredible creatures from tropical sharks, adorable otters, poison dart frogs and monitor lizards to giant carp, turtles and tropical stingrays housed in over 50 different exhibits. At the aquarium’s heart is the giant tropical ocean tank complete with underwater walkthrough tunnel. Don’t miss the Blue Reef Beach Club and Splash Play. Blue Reef Aquarium, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 3PB. T: 023 9287 5222 E: [email protected] www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk Open Daily from 10am Fort Nelson This imposing Victorian fort is home to the Royal Armouries’ national collection of artillery – The Big Guns. With over 350 guns on display the museum’s exhibits trace the development of artillery from pre- gunpowder siege machines to modern-day super guns. There are tunnels and ramparts to explore plus fascinating galleries and exhibitions. Check our website for holiday events and special gun firings. Daily gun salute 1pm. FREE Admission & parking. Fort Nelson, Portsdown Hill Road, Fareham, Hampshire, PO17 6AN www.royalarmouries.org T: 01329 233734 E: [email protected] Open: April–October: Daily 10am–5pm, November–March: Daily 10.30am–4pm. Closed: 24, 25 and 26 December. EXBURY AM RAILWAY GARDENS & STE A 200 acre woodland garden with dazzling rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias in spring. Summer brings hydrangeas, herbaceous borders and picnic opportunities by tranquil ponds. Fiery foliage follows in the autumn. A journey on the Steam Train will delight visitors of all ages and little ones will love our Play Area. Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway 20 mins south of M27 J2 West, New Forest, SO45 1AZ T: 023 8089 1203 www.exbury.co.uk Open 14 March – 8 November 10am – 5pm, last admission 4:30pm. Gates close at 6pm or dusk if earlier. Go Ape NO.1 Forest Adventure Fun for everyone - take on a Tree Top Adventure (including Tarzan swings and epic zip-wires) and get back in touch with your inner ape. Enjoy a guided tour on an all-terrain Forest Segway or release your little monkeys on Tree Top Junior – an adventure designed just for them. Live Life Adventurously at: Moors Valley Country Park, near Bournemouth. Itchen Valley Country Park, Southampton. Find out more and book at: goape.co.uk T: 0845 643 9253 (Tree Top Junior and Forest Segway only available at Moors Valley) Gunwharf Quays A premium retail destination with an unrivalled mix of over 90 outlet stores. With access to a raft of famous brands including Coast, Tommy Hilfiger, Hugo Boss, Karen Millen and L.K.Bennett. And when it’s time to relax you’ll find anarray of restaurants to tempt you from around the world, from mouth-watering French cuisine at Brasserie Blanc to Italian comfort at Carluccio’s and fresh seafood at Loch Fyne. www.gunwharf-quays.com T: 023 9283 6700 Opening Times: Monday – Friday 10am – 8pm, Saturday 9am – 8pm, Sunday* 10am – 5pm Restaurants, bars and leisure are open until late. *Some of our larger stores are unable to trade until 11am. SIR HAROLD Hillier Gardens Spectacular in all seasons, this 180 acre Garden offers something for everyone all year round. The Winter Garden, Spring Walk, Centenary Border and our stunning Autumn Colour are just some of the highlights in these award winning Gardens. With a fantastic Tree House, Wobbly Bridge, Carpet Swing and plenty of open space, Kids love it here too. Enjoy our seasonal exhibitions such as Art in the Garden, or attend a workshop or summer picnic concert. Our large restaurant and Jermyn’s House tea rooms offer a range of high quality, locally sourced food, drinks and afternoon cream teas. Kids U17 are FREE. Find us: Jermyns Lane, Ampfield, Hampshire, SO51 0QA T: 01794 369318 E: [email protected] www.hilliergardens.org.uk Open daily except 25 & 26 Dec from 10am. Manor Farm & Country Park Discover a great day out and explore the Country Park with its delightful mix of woodland, riverside, open space and farmland. Situated just off the junction 8 of the M27, Manor Farm & Country Park is located on the banks of the picturesque river Hamble. Throughout the park you can find family picnic areas, children’s play equipment, BBQs to hire and public toilets. At Manor Farm discover 100 years of farming as you take a stroll around our hands-on Farmyard and meet a host of friendly animals and our traditional costumed characters. Watch the cows being milked, meet the rabbits and chicks or take part in a Victorian school lesson. Pylands Lane, Bursledon, Nr Southampton SO31 1BH T: 01489 787055 www.hants.gov.uk/manorfarm E: [email protected] Farm & Café open: November to March open daily 10am – 4pm (closed 25, 26 Dec and 1st Jan) April to October open daily 10am – 5pm Park Open: daily at 8.30am, closing times vary with season. MARWELL Zoo This year experience the African wilderness first hand at Marwell Zoo with their brand new and biggest exhibit to date: ‘Wild Explorers’ open summer 2015. The exhibit will provide a range of entertaining activities, both indoors and out, focussed on discovery, learning and the natural history of rhinos, oryx and zebras that Marwell is actively involved in conserving in the wild. Marwell has an incredible range of exotic and endangered species in 140 acres of beautiful landscaped surroundings. Easy access from M3 & M27 with FREE parking. Marwell Zoo, Colden Common, Winchester, SO21 1JH T: 01962 777407 E: [email protected] www.marwell.org.uk Open everyday (except 25 & 26 Dec) from 10am Mottisfont Mottisfont is a beautiful house set in glorious grounds by the River Test, just 10 minutes’ drive from Romsey. It’s a brilliant place for families to enjoy, with special half term and holiday events (which always feature one of our famous family trails), a fun Wild Play area and plenty of ‘50 Things To Do Before You’re 11 ¾’ activities. Discover us today! Under 5’s go free. The National Trust, Mottisfont, nr Romsey, SO51 0LP T: 01794 340 757 E: [email protected] www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Mottisfont Open every day except 24 & 25 December, 10am to 5pm Museum of Army Flying The Museum of Army Flying tells the story of British Army Flying. Explore over 35 incredible historic aircraft dating from World War I to the present day alongside interactive displays, detailed dioramas, artefacts, trophies, models and more. The Apache Café offers a varied menu and excellent views across an active Army Air Corps airfield, offering a unique day out for all the family. Middle Wallop, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 8DY www.armyflying.com T: 01264 784421 E: [email protected] Open daily from 10am to 4.30pm (last admission 4pm) PAULTONS PARK New for 2015 is Critter Creek, a mini land full of ‘Curious Critters’ and exciting new attractions. Paultons Family Theme Park is a great value family day out with over 60 wonderful rides and attractions including big rides, small rides, play areas, entertainments and a collection of exotic birds and animals all set within 140 acres of the beautiful New Forest National Park. Paultons is of course also home to Peppa Pig World, with 7 amazing Peppa-themed rides! Discounted tickets and official packaged short breaks are only available at the official website. Paultons Park, Off Exit 2, M27, nr Romsey, The New Forest SO51 6AL T: 023 8081 4442 www.paultonspark.co.uk Please see website for opening days and times. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard For a truly memorable family days out, go on board our historic ships Lord Nelson’s flagship HMS Victory and HMS Warrior 1860. See Henry VIII’s Mary Rose and thousands of her treasures, see the new 20th century galleries and the Trafalgar experience at the National Museum of the Royal Navy and train like a commando in Action Stations. Also take a cruise around Portsmouth Harbour. Opening August 2015 HMS M.33, the only surviving ship from the First World War’s Gallipoli campaign. Extra free family activities every school holidays. Saver family tickets (including Museums of the National Museum of the Royal Navy) available. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Portsmouth, PO1 3LJ T: 023 9283 9766 www.historicdockyard.co.uk Open daily from 10am (except 24-26 Dec) National Museum of the Royal Navy Visit our family friendly Museums; Gosport’s Royal Navy Submarine Museum and Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower; the Royal Marines Museum in Southsea for the amazing stories of the men, women and ships of the Royal Navy.