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A GREAT DAY OUT AWAITS
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Things To Do in Hampshire

Experience the best of Hampshire.

If you’re the adventurous sort, you’ve got the entire county of Hampshire to explore, not just Basingstoke. Here’s just a handful of interesting places to discover… 

WOLVESEY CASTLE

30 minute drive 

Explore the ruins of an ancient castle.   

Wolvesey Castle was one of the most important palaces in Norman Britain. Back in medieval times, Winchester was second only to London in terms of religious importance. So, if you’re looking for places to go in Hampshire, this could be one for you.  

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HMS VICTORY

1 hour drive 

Step aboard Nelson’s flagship.  

The HMS Victory was instrumental in the Battle of Trafalgar, leading the front column of ships to break the enemy line. This tactic, pioneered by Nelson, resulted in zero British ships lost, and cemented Britain’s naval supremacy. Explore every part of the HMS Victory and get a feel for what it was like during the battle.  

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BEAULIEU 

1 hour drive 

Delve into WWII life.  

Explore the history of Churchill’s Secret Army, the Special Operations Executive, at the Secret Army Exhibit, or take a look at the UK’s first Soviet art exhibit in the Clock House. Beaulieu is the perfect place to spend the day.  

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GO APE

40 minute drive 

Navigate the treetops in Southampton with Go Ape. Not for the faint-hearted, do you have what it takes to get from one side of the course to the other? Once you get the hang of it, there’s even challenges you can take on. Head out to Go Ape if you want to experience one of the best days out in Hampshire.   

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