Historic BuildingsRockbourne

The magnificent Manor House is set above the picturesque village of Breamore, overlooking the avon Valley on the edge of the New Forest just north of Fordingbridge. Visitors can see full size replicas of a farm worker's cottage before the advent of electricity, a blacksmith's shop, a dairy,…
Distance: 2.7 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: 11.5 miles away

Occupied from Neolithic times, the present structure was built by Iron Age peoples C. 500bc, it was later occupied by the Romans, the Saxons and, most importantly, the Normans.Today, the remains of the prehistoric fortress and of the Norman palace, castle and cathedral evoke memories of thousands of…
Distance: 9.3 miles away

One of England's most romantic castles, in a secluded lakeside setting Built in the late 14th century for John, fifth Lord Lovel, this unusual six‐sided castle was unique in medieval English architecture. An audio tour brings the long history of this fascinating castle to life. There…
Distance: 11.9 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: 10.9 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: 11.6 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: 7.7 miles away

The Priests House museum and garden is an award winning museum set in a historic 16th Century town house. There are nine rooms, costume and textile gallery and a magnificent three hundred foot walled garden. A variety of fascinating displays and exhibitions, working Victorian Kitchen and…
Distance: 12.8 miles away

Unwrap over 460 years of history at Wilton House, where you will experience living history at its very best. Take time to uncover its secrets as you wander through its magnificent rooms, marvel at its architecture, soak in its fine paintings or be swept off your feet by…
Distance: 8.2 miles away