Historic BuildingsNew Milton

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,…
Distance: 10.8 miles away

A domestic Norman dwelling, known as the Constable's House, which was built within the original castle bailey in 1160. Much of the stonework survives, including a rare example of a Norman Chimney one of only five in the country. The once luxurious Constable's House, now in ruins, has…
Distance: 4.6 miles away

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,…
Distance: 10.8 miles away

The garden is noted for its colourful herbaceous borders, grassy terraces planted with fruit trees and its views. The 16th‐ and 17th‐century manor house, which is tenanted, lies at the heart of the Mottistone Estate, which offers delightful walks between the Downs and the coast.What's new in 2005SeaBritain…
Distance: 12.9 miles away

19th Century Stapehill Abbey boasts beautiful award winning gardens, both formal and informal, a Japanese garden, cloister garden, nuns' chapel, Victorian parlour and displays the history of the Cistercian order who lived there. A notable museum and farmyard depict life in rural England in Victorian times.Today you can…
Distance: 11.4 miles away

Braxton Gardens are located two miles north of Henry VIII's Tudor Castle at Hurst. Come and explore the walled garden and courtyard with its cooling pool and fountain, designed around the attractive red brick barns of an original Victorian farmyard. The gardens contain many beautiful roses, including the…
Distance: 4.1 miles away

Set in 10 acres of stunning rural landscape, Calbourne Water Mill contains one of the oldest working water mills in the country, dating back to the Domesday Book.A fascinating day out for all the family, enjoy looking around the Mill, Museums, Renewable Energy Centre; Wind Solar and Water…
Distance: 12.5 miles away

Compton Acres invites you to escape to a different world. The new Compton Acres has more features than ever before. As well as its beautiful ten acres of gardens, there are exciting shopping opportunities, restaurants, a delicatessen, regular events, and, with further all‐weather facilities planned for…
Distance: 11.5 miles away

Julia Margaret Cameron bought two adjacent cottages from a local fisherman called Jacob Long in 1860. In order to make the house look more beautiful to her friends returning from the beach, they were linked by a central tower in the Gothic style current at the time.…
Distance: 9 miles away

Set in the heart of The New Forest at Minstead in Hampshire this delightful, informal garden was established in 1922 and is renowned for its all year round beauty.This delightful, informal garden was established in 1922 and is renowned for its all year round beauty. There is ample…
Distance: 10.5 miles away

Planting of the gardens began a little over thirty years ago with a collection of rhododendrons and Australasian plants. It was not long before the 'Wimborne Botanic', as the garden was originally known, had a wide collection of trees and plants from around the world, and was featured…
Distance: 11 miles away

In case you have yet to discover Moors Valley Country Park let us take you on a quick tour. Moors Valley covers 750 acres in the Valley of the Moors River.Throughout Moors Valley there are miles of footpaths to enjoy including waymarked walks and cycle trails cycle…
Distance: 10.1 miles away