LUXURY HOLIDAY COTTAGES IN HAMPSHIRE
Located just an hour from London, Hampshire is conveniently close yet delightfully distant to the metropolis, allowing you to get away from it all and enjoy beautiful scenery, rugged coastlines and spectacular beaches. You’ll find Hampshire in the South of the UK, bordered by the counties of Dorset, Berkshire, Dorset, Surrey and Sussex. Being situated on the coast, it offers stunning views of the English Channel and the Solent, with easy access to the Isle of Wight.
An Historic County
Hampshire is probably best known for its military history and most famously for being the final resting place of HMS Victory. History buffs will be able to immerse themselves in rich and engaging attractions such as the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, which acts as home to the Mary Rose Museum and the Royal Navy Submarine Museum. Visitors with younger members in their number can combine history with a fun day out by making a trip to the Royal Armouries Fort Nelson.
A Walk in the Parks
What’s often overlooked about this county is the countryside. Hampshire plays host to miles of tranquil scenery, incorporating both the South Downs and the New Forest National Parks. Both these areas offer a unique blend of chalk streams with undulating hills and market towns selling local produce and hand-crafted goods. There’s plenty to explore and a surprise round almost every corner.
Hungry in Hampshire?
Hampshire is also ideal for those who like to enjoy good food. Bordered by fertile farmland and some of the best fishing in the UK, you’ll find local restaurants serving up locally-sourced ingredients as mouthwatering meals. For fine dining or a romantic meal, be sure to book a table at the Montagu Arms Hotel at Beaulieu, in the heart of the New Forest.