Your first port of call must be Salisbury Cathedral with the highest medieval spire in Europe and housing an original copy of the Magna Carta.
The ancient monument of Stonehenge is just north of Salisbury and as we are on the edge of New Forest, you can take advantage of the wonderful walks (and pubs) where wild ponies, donkeys, deer and pigs can be seen roaming freely around the forest.
Salisbury plain to the North, dotted with picturesque villages and rivers such as the Avon and Test.
The historic Cathedral city of Winchester and the maritime city of Portsmouth with Lord Nelson's flagship 'HMS Victory' and HMS Warrior, the first ever iron clad warship are both approximately 35 minutes away.
In Portsmouth, there are also numerous maritime museums including the 'Mary Rose' museum, where Henry VIII's flagship is now housed together with 1,200 artifacts which were found following the recovery of the vessel in 1982 from the sea bed where she lay undisturbed since 1545.
The area is renowned for the many National Trust properties and gardens which are open to visitors. Other nearby attractions include Heal and Exbury gardens, Broadlands, Avebury, Longleat, Poultons Park, the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu, Wilton House and many, many more, plus excellent fishing, walking, horse riding and golf.
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New Forest National Park
One of the most beautiful places in the world, with outstanding views. A genuine walker's paradise with miles and miles of traffic free tracks leading you into the heart of the Forest. |
| View: www.thenewforest.co.uk |
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The Cathedral was built in just 38 years (AD1220-1258), it boasts the highest spire in England, and an original copy of the Magna Carta and the oldest known working clock.
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| View: www.salisburycathedral.org.uk |
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| Stonehenge is probably the most important prehistoric monument in the whole of Britain and has attracted visitors from earliest times. It stands as a timeless monument to the people who built it.
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| View: www.stonehenge.co.uk |
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| Discover the world famous historic ships – HMS Victory, the Mary Rose & HMS Warrior 1860 that have shaped British history at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard |
| View: www.historicdockyard.co.uk |
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| Longleat House is widely regarded as one of the best examples of Elizabethan architecture in Britain and one of the most beautiful stately homes open to the public. Also famous for its Safari park and the Lions of Longleat.
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| View: www.longleat.co.uk |
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| Few car museums in the world can match the unique collection of the world renowned National Motor Museum Trust, Beaulieu is also home to the Palace House and beautiful gardens.
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| View: www.beaulieu.co.uk |
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| Elegant and spacious 18th-century house in the Cathedral Close. Rare retreat of peace and tranquility in Salisbury city center, the house has fine Georgian features and charming walled gardens to explore.
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| View: www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
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| One of the finest examples of mid-Georgian architecture in England, Broadlands stands serenely in a unique place in British history. Its distinguished owners and many of its important visitors have helped to shape the course of history.
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| View: www.broadlands.net |
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| The spectacular 200-acre woodland garden,world-famous for the Rothschild collection of rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias, rare trees and plants, a riot of colour in spring, and a dazzling sight in the autumn.
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| View: www.exbury.co.uk |
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| A 13th-century former priory set in glorious landscaped grounds and walled gardens, home to the National collection of roses. Tranquil park, woodland and riverside scenic views.
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| View: www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
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With stunning views, the unspoiled village offers a wide range of shops and a pleasant traditional village green. The cliffs have been left free of buildings and in their natural state. On the inner side of Milford is the Parish church built in the late 13th Century.
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| View: www.newforest-online.co.uk |
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| A thriving boatyard, situated in a prime location at the foot of Lymington High Street adjacent to the Town Quay and railway station. Costal boat tours available throughout the season.
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| World-famous 18th-century landscaped garden and Palladian mansion. Enchanting temples, monuments and rare planting around a tranquil lake. Spectacular views and two Iron age hill forts to explore. |
| View: www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
