Formerly the 14th century Great Gatehouse of Beaulieu Abbey, Palace House is set in glorious grounds and gardens with immaculate spreading lawns and walkways overlooking the Beaulieu River. The House has been in Lord Montagu's family ownership since 1538, when Sir Thomas Wriothesley, later 1st Earl of Southampton,…
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11 miles
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Visit the magnificent historic ships HMS Victory, HMS Warrior 1860 and the Mary Rose as well as the fascinating Mary Rose Museum, Royal Naval Museum and Action Stations, an interactive attraction on the modern‐day Navy.Live and breathe our nation's naval heritage through three of the most important warships…
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5.6 miles
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Welcome to Blue Reef Aquarium in Southsea, Portsmouth, voted Visitor Attraction of the Year by Tourism South East. Blue Reef is part of an exciting new generation of wildlife attractions designed to inspire deeper understanding and appreciation of the natural world.Open‐top tanks allow close encounters with friendly…
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6.9 miles
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Marwell is a great place for a day out. From antelope to ants, from bats to bongo, from wallabies to warthogs, from zebra to zebu ‐ there are over 200 different species of amazing animals.Zambar the Amur tiger cub was born in March and had a slightly shaky…
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10.2 miles
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Few car museums in the world can match the unique collection of the world renowned National Motor Museum at Beaulieu. Managed by the National Motor Museum Trust, Beaulieu is also the home of the world famous Beaulieu International Autojumble and Automart. Whether your interest is as an individual,…
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11 miles
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Eastney Beam Engine House is a Victorian engine house dating from 1887 that contains two James Watt beam engines.The pumps were built as part of a plan to improve Portsmouth's sewage system.The other element of the plan was large holding tanks which held the sewage until the pumps…
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8.3 miles
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Welcome to Explosion, museum of Naval Firepower, situated on the Gosport side of Portsmouth Harbour, Hampshire, UK ‐ tracing Naval ordnance from the Battle of Trafalgar to the Gulf War.Explosion, The Museum of Naval Firepower is an award winning, hands on, interactive museum telling the story of naval…
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4.6 miles
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Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway is a magical place in the New Forest National ParkThe Gardens are a spectacular 200 acre 100 hectare site, world‐famous for the Rothschild Collection of rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias and rare trees and shrubs. This earthly paradise offers a riot of colour in spring,…
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9 miles
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Ghost Bus Tour Do you dare to take a twilight tour aboard Alf the Ghost Bus and discover a darker side to the city of PortsmouthAs darkness falls our costumed guide will tell you tales of gruesome ghosts, ghastly goings on and spooky secrets, as we wend our…
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9.3 miles
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Southampton City Art Gallery can offer something for everyone, whether you're young or old, a lifelong fan or going to a gallery for the first time. Exhibitions and displays range from ancient culture to the cutting‐edge and the Gallery is internationally renowned for its impressive art collection,…
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9.6 miles
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Beaulieu, one of the South of England's top day visitor attractions, is set in the heart of the New Forest, the UK's newest National Park. Beaulieu is a guaranteed great family day out with lots for everyone to enjoy including the world famous National Motor Museum, Palace House,…
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11 miles
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Robin Hill offers something for everyone, whether it is the thrill of the Island's 3 biggest rides to the challenge of Squirrel Tower or the peace of the woodland walks where the Red Squirrels live. Set in 88 acres of beautiful woodland and countryside, the park offers…
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11.5 miles
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Amazon World Zoo Park has a huge range of unusual rare and exotic animals. At the last count it was somewhere in the region of 200 different species, spanning the entire animal kingdom The Zoo is open daily from 10am. We're situated on the A3056 opposite the 'Fighting…
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13.5 miles
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Calshot castle was built by Henry VIII in 1539, as part of his chain of defences along the English south coast. At the time invasions were feared from either the French or Spanish navies and the Castle was built on a shingle spit close to the deep water…
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5.7 miles
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Built in 1544, the Castle was part of a series of fortifications constructed by Henry VIII around England's coasts to protect the country from invaders.Henry VIII ordered that Southsea Castle be built to defend Portsmouth and it harbour. Since then the Castle has been guarding the city for…
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7.2 miles
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Beaulieu Abbey was founded in 1204 by Cistercian monks on land given to them by King John. Although much was destroyed at the time of the Dissolution of the Monasteries during the reign of Henry VIII, there is still much for visitors to see today. In medieval times,…
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11 miles
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The ruins of a medieval palace together with later additions used by the bishops and senior clergy of Winchester as they travelled through their diocese. Winchester was the richest diocese in England, and its properties were grandiose and extravagantly appointed. Much of what can be seen today is…
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7.1 miles
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Haseley Manor is located at the East end of Arreton, which is on the A3056 road 5 miles to the South East of Newport, the County Town. Arreton is approximately ten miles from Ryde and from Cowes ‐ the two foot ferry terminals, and 7 miles from Fishbourne,…
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12.6 miles
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Action Stations at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard takes you to the heart of today's modern Royal Navy. From the action movie Command Approved PG shown in our state of the art 275 seat cinema to the true to life helicopter, weapons and operations room simulators you'll soon find…
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5.6 miles
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Buckler's Hard is a picturesque 18th century village on the banks of the Beaulieu River in the heart of the New Forest. Historically, it is famed as the place where some of the ships of Nelson's fleet were built, but whether your interest is as a visitor ‐…
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10.1 miles
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The famous writer Charles Dickens was born in this modest house in Portsmouth, England in 1812. The house has miraculously survived and is now preserved as a museum furnished in the style of 1809 which is when John and Elizabeth Dickens set up the first home of…
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6 miles
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The Records Office is housed in the same building as Portsmouth City Museum. It holds the official records of Portsmouth City Council which survive from the 14th century; local Anglican and Non‐Conformist church registers and records from 16th century; large collections of material deposited by local businesses,…
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6.2 miles
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This cottage museum was established in Brading in 1974, and was formed from the private doll collection started by the Munday family in 1960. It is acknowledged as being one of the finest and most important collections in Great Britain with over 2000 exhibits on display dating…
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12 miles
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The Museum of Archaeology in Southampton displays artefacts from prehistoric, Roman, Saxon and medieval Southampton. It also has objects from outside Southampton, including some from ancient Egypt. God's House Tower itself is a fascinating historic building. God's House Tower stands at the south‐east corner of…
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9.2 miles
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The museum tells the story of the wild things of the riverbank, marshes, woods and urban areas of Portsmouth. Have a look for the heron stalking its prey and the brent geese coming into land after their 3000 km flight from the arctic. You can also…
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7.6 miles
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Entrench yourself in the colourful and exciting history of the Royal Marines, brought to life through dramatic and interactive displays. The story of the Royal Marines begins in 1664 when A Marine Regiment was first formed. It continues to the present day, where you can find out more…
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8.1 miles
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The Royal Navy Submarine Museum, where you can dive into the past and the future Explore our Visitor Centre, take a virtual tour of the Museum and HMS Alliance, our key exhibit. The Submarine Museum holds a wide and varied collection, totalling over 4,000 objects under…
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5.7 miles
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The museum contains displays relating to Southampton's history as a trading and passenger port. There is a collection of large model ships, including a model of the Queen Mary. The museum has been gifted or acquired a large number of items relating to the Titanic disaster.…
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9.3 miles
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A massive man‐made island, sitting a mile offshore from Portsmouth Harbour, Spitbank Fort is one of the most unusual military buildings ever constructed and one of the most unique venues to be found anywhere.During June, July and August you can visit the spectacular Spitbank Fort on Sunday afternoons…
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4 miles
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Eastleigh Lakeside Steam Railway is a dual gauge 10 7 miniature railway running from its main station, Eastleigh Parkway, to Monks Brook Halt. Trains are normally steam hauled exceptthe last trains of the day. We are in the process of covering in our First Class coaches.The…
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10 miles
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The Isle of Wight once boasted 54 miles of railway, most of which was closed between 1952 and 1966. However its unique atmosphere has been perfectly preserved by the largely volunteer‐run Isle of Wight Steam Railway, which began operating trains in 1971. The Railway is truly…
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10.1 miles
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SnookerPool Hall at 147 Executive Club in Southampton, Hampshire. Contact venue on 023 80223670 for opening times, entrance costs and snooker table informationavailability.…
Distance:
9.3 miles
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SnookerPool Hall at 147 Snooker Club in Gosport, Hampshire. Contact venue on 023 92525022 for opening times, entrance costs and snooker table informationavailability.…
Distance:
5.2 miles
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SnookerPool Hall at Ambassador Snooker Club in Newport, Isle of Wight. Contact venue on 01983 529168 for opening times, entrance costs and snooker table informationavailability.…
Distance:
11.8 miles
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Swimming pool at Amey Facilities Management in Portsmouth, Hampshire. Contact venue on 023 92667557 for opening times and entrance costs.…
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5.9 miles
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Bowling at A M F Bowling in Portsmouth, . Contact venue on 02392820505 for opening times and entrance costs.…
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6.2 miles
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Ampfield Par‐Three Golf & Country Club Ltd ‐ golf course in Romsey, Hampshire. Contact the golf course on telephone number 01794 368480 for course availability, course rules, member information, golf academy if available and green fees at Ampfield Par‐Three Golf & Country Club Ltd golf courseclub.…
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14.5 miles
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Amusement Arcade ‐ Amusement Park in Cowes, Isle Of Wight. Contact venue on telephone number 01983294852 for opening times, entrance costs, and attractionsrides available at this park.…
Distance:
7.3 miles
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SnookerPool Hall at Bar One in Cowes, Isle of Wight. Contact venue on 01983 282227 for opening times, entrance costs and snooker table informationavailability.…
Distance:
7.4 miles
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Bowling at Bitterne Bowl in Southampton, . Contact venue on 02380447742 for opening times and entrance costs.…
Distance:
8.1 miles
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Bowling at Bowlplex PLC in Portsmouth, Hampshire. Contact venue on 023 92291234 for opening times and entrance costs.…
Distance:
5.8 miles
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Bridgemary Community School Car Boot Sales run all year round from 7.00 am until 1.00 pm every Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday. During the summer the Boot Sale takes place on the school field unless the ground conditions are unsuitable. There are 250 spaces on hard standing for…
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2.3 miles
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Browns Golf Course Ltd ‐ golf course in Sandown, Isle of Wight. Contact the golf course on telephone number 01983 402447 for course availability, course rules, member information, golf academy if available and green fees at Browns Golf Course Ltd golf courseclub.…
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13.5 miles
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Buckland Park Play Centre ‐ Amusement Park in Portsmouth, . Contact venue on telephone number 02392832611 for opening times, entrance costs, and attractionsrides available at this park.…
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6.1 miles
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Cams Hall Estate Golf Club ‐ golf course in Fareham, Hampshire. Contact the golf course on telephone number 01329 827222 for course availability, course rules, member information, golf academy if available and green fees at Cams Hall Estate Golf Club golf courseclub.…
Distance:
1.8 miles
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Cascade ‐ Amusement Park in Eastleigh, Hampshire. Contact venue on telephone number 02380619993 for opening times, entrance costs, and attractionsrides available at this park.…
Distance:
10.3 miles
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Casino Amusements Centre ‐ Amusement Park in Fareham, . Contact venue on telephone number 01329237634 for opening times, entrance costs, and attractionsrides available at this park.…
Distance:
1.1 miles
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SnookerPool Hall at Castle Snooker Club in Southampton, Hampshire. Contact venue on 023 80221435 for opening times, entrance costs and snooker table informationavailability.…
Distance:
9.4 miles
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SnookerPool Hall at Chandlers Ford in Eastleigh, Hampshire. Contact venue on 023 80254834 for opening times, entrance costs and snooker table informationavailability.…
Distance:
11.9 miles
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Chilworth Golf Club ‐ golf course in Southampton, Hampshire. Contact the golf course on telephone number 023 80733166 for course availability, course rules, member information, golf academy if available and green fees at Chilworth Golf Club golf courseclub.…
Distance:
12.5 miles
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Clarence Pier Amusements ‐ Amusement Park in Southsea, Hampshire. Contact venue on telephone number 02392820132 for opening times, entrance costs, and attractionsrides available at this park.…
Distance:
6.5 miles
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Club E Q Nightclub in Southsea, Hampshire. Contact venue on telephone number 023 92820350 for opening times, entrance costs, guest list information and special offers.…
Distance:
7.4 miles
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Colonel Bogeys Nightclub in Sandown, Isle of Wight. Contact venue on telephone number 01983 405320 for opening times, entrance costs, guest list information and special offers.…
Distance:
13.6 miles
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Combat South ‐ Paintball in Portsmouth, Hampshire. Contact the venue on telephone number 023 92655636 for location, prices, equipment supplied, and availability for paintball games at Combat South.…
Distance:
7.1 miles
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SnookerPool Hall at Copnor Snooker Club in Portsmouth, Hampshire. Contact venue on 023 92663038 for opening times, entrance costs and snooker table informationavailability.…
Distance:
6.6 miles
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Corhampton Golf Club ‐ golf course in Southampton, Hampshire. Contact the golf course on telephone number 01489 877638 for course availability, course rules, member information, golf academy if available and green fees at Corhampton Golf Club golf courseclub.…
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8.8 miles
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County Golf Club ‐ golf course in Southampton, Hampshire. Contact the golf course on telephone number 023 80471111 for course availability, course rules, member information, golf academy if available and green fees at County Golf Club golf courseclub.…
Distance:
7.4 miles
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Cowes Golf Club ‐ golf course in Cowes, Isle of Wight. Contact the golf course on telephone number 01983 280135 for course availability, course rules, member information, golf academy if available and green fees at Cowes Golf Club golf courseclub.…
Distance:
7.7 miles
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Crown Amusements ‐ Amusement Park in East Cowes, Isle Of Wight. Contact venue on telephone number for opening times, entrance costs, and attractionsrides available at this park.…
Distance:
7.4 miles
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