Beaulieu
A bijou village that grew around the original Abbey at the head of the Beaulieu River. An ancient and pretty monastery village, home to the country's National Motor Museum.
A bijou village that grew around the original Abbey at the head of the Beaulieu River. An ancient and pretty monastery village, home to the country's National Motor Museum.
Found in the borough of Eastleigh, Bursledon is a riverside village, perfectly located to explore the best of Hampshire. Within easy reach of Southampton, the village has strong marine connections as well as a railway station, windmill and brickworks museum. There are several country parks within easy reach, ideal for walkers.
Wander your way to the Old Quay at Eling and investigate the Mill and Heritage Centre before meandering along the reed-lined riverbank and watching a working tide mill in action - a rare sight!
Bordered by the Beaulieu river and the shore of the Solent, Exbury is known for its world famous gardens that were created by Lionel De Rothschild one hundred years ago. Seasonal changes are most apparent here, so rock up in Spring or get to the hues in Autumn.
Hamble is a charming waterside village with delightful views and pretty cobbled streets, home to a selection of independent shops and eateries. You can also explore 55 acres of heathland and historic remains of Iron Age settlements.
Home to the Hythe ferry for day trips to Southampton, the Victorian pier is a prominent feature of the New Forest waterfront. The marina is filled with watercraft of all shapes and sizes and has a great history of maiden voyages, from the Titanic to the QE2 and modern superliners, with the hovercraft being born here. It's a maritime marvel town that also lays claim to famous residents such as Lawrence of Arabia. One last claim to fame - the oldest working pier train in the world is here.