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(RHS) = Royal Horticultural Society |
(NT) = National Trust |
(EH) = English Heritage |
(B) = Bluebells when in Season |
(CH) = Suitable for children |
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What's There |
Farm animals, inflatable and bouncy castles, indoor and outdoor go-karts, crazy golf, pedal car racing, climbing frames, soft play area, castles, lakes and primrose fairy woodlands, train rides, giant slide, laser arena, paddle boats, tractor rides |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Newbury Rd, Headley, Hampshire. RG19 8JY |
From Fleet |
Take the M3 towards Basingstoke - at junction 6 turn right onto the A339 - follow the A339 all the way to Headley - near Headley look for brown signs |
Map Reference |
click here |
Approx Distance | 29 Miles |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
0163 526 9678 |
Parking |
free |
Website |
click here |
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nicci@4-kingdoms.co.uk |
Video | The farm in Spring with Superheroes |
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What's There |
History of soldiers from 1854, Driver Training, monkey crawl, activity sheets, feely boxes, picnic area, collection of military vehicles. |
Opening Times |
Wednesday to Friday 10an-5pm Saturday and Sunday 11am-4pm |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Queens Ave, Aldershot, Hampshire. GU11 2LG |
From Fleet |
Take the A323 out of Fleet - turn left onto Clubhouse Rd - under the A325 onto Alisons Rd - at lights turn left onto Queens Ave - the museum will be at the end of the road. |
Map Reference |
click here for map location |
Approx Distance | 5 miles |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
01252 314508 |
Parking |
free parking on site |
Website |
click here |
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Video | click here |
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What's There |
Six differing trails for walkers, bikers, wheelchair users and families. Play area. Picnic area. Various sculptures. Visitor Centre. Go Ape Treetop Activity |
Opening Times |
click here (scroll down and look at right hand side of page) |
Prices |
Free |
Address |
Alice Holt Forrest Office, Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham, Surrey. GU10 4LS |
From Fleet |
Take the Fleet Rd and the Clubhouse Rd to the A325 - turn right onto A325 - follow signs onto the A31 towards Farnham - follow signs to Birdworld - after passing Birdworld on the right look for signs to Alice Holt Forest. |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Approx Distance | 12 miles |
Tele Number |
0300 067 4600 |
Fax Number |
0238 028 3929 |
Parking | Pay on site with cash or credit card |
Website |
click here |
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heather.pettitt@forestry.gsi.gov.uk |
video | click here |
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What's There |
Hampshire's and Andover's history museum, natural history gallery and aquarium, local archaeology, 19th century period room, temporary exhibitions |
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Opening Times |
Tuesday to Saturday 10am - 5pm |
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Prices |
see website | |
Address |
Mid Hants Railway Ltd |
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From Fleet |
To Alton Station - Take A287 to Odiham, 1st left at R/B
into Odiham, Through Odiham left at R/B onto B3349 Alton Rd, at Alton T
junction turn left onto Basingstoke Rd, into town centre at High
Street turn left the station is on the right. |
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Map Reference |
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Approx Distance | 43 miles | |
Tele Number |
01962 733810 |
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Fax Number |
None |
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Website |
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Video | Second World War Day Watch Video | |
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What's There |
Narrow Gauge Railway. Woodside trails. Various trade and craft displays. Classic bus service around site. BT Telecoms, Fire Engine, Electricity and Railway Museums. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Station Rd, Amberley, West Sussex. BN18 9LT |
From Fleet |
Take the A31 Hogs Back towards Guildford - turn left to take the B3000 towards the A3 - turn right onto the A3 towards Portsmouth - look for a sign for the A283 towards Petworth - follow the A283 through Petworth - after Fittleworth turn right onto the B2138 - pick up signs to the A29 at Bury Rd - at R/B left onto the B2139 - just past the River Arun bridge look for signs. |
Map Reference |
click here |
Approx Distance | 40 Miles |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
01798 831 370 |
Website |
click here |
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click here to use email form |
Video | Around the Centre |
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What's There |
Hampshire's and Andover's history museum, natural history gallery and aquarium, local archaeology, 19th century period room, temporary exhibitions |
Opening Times |
Tuesday to Saturday 10am - 5pm |
Prices |
Free |
Address |
6 Church Close, Andover, Hampshire. SP10 1DP |
From Fleet |
M3 towards Southampton - take A303 at junction 8 - Free car parking next to museum in Andover |
Map Reference |
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Approx Distance | 37 Miles |
Video | Watch Video |
Tele Number |
01264 366283 |
Fax Number |
01264 339152 |
Website |
www.hants.gov.uk/museum/andoverm and www.hants.gov.uk/museum/ironagem |
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What's There |
Military Aviation Museum telling the story of British Army Flying over 30 Years. Check website for event dates. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Middle Wallop, Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 8FB |
From Fleet |
Take M3 towards Salisbury - continue onto A303 - at Andover turn left onto A343 - continue on A343 until you arrive at the museum |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Approx Distance | 43 miles |
Video | |
Tele Number |
01264 781086 |
Fax Number |
n/a |
Website |
click here |
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info@armyflying.com |
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What's There |
Castle, Keep, Chapel, Various Gardens, The Collector Earl’s Garden, Glasshouses |
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Opening Times |
4 April – 1 November Tuesdays to Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays and August
Mondays.
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Prices |
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Address |
West Sussex. BN18 9AB |
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From Fleet |
Go to Farnham - take A287 then A286 to Chichester - A27 to Brighton - Arundel is off the A27 |
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Approx Distance | 43 miles | ||||||||||||
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Tele Number |
01903 882173 |
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Fax Number |
01903 884581 |
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What's There |
Extraordinary building with the appearance of a dolls house. nestles in a beautiful valley on the Berkshire Downs. Built by the Earl, William Craven for the queen he loved, Elizabeth of Bohemia in 1662. Tree trails through the woods. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Lambourne, Newbury, Berkshire. RG17 8RE |
From Fleet |
Take the Reading Road South A 323 to Hartney Wintney - left at the r/b onto the A30 - right at next r/b onto the B3001 - stay on the B3001 untiil you get to a T-junction then turn right onto the A 33 - when you get to the M4 take left towards Swindon - turn right at junction 14 onto the A338 - turn left onto the B4000 - continue on the B4000 through Lambourne - after Upper Lambourne the house is on the left - look for signs |
Approx Distance | 50 miles |
Sat Nav | Sat Nav not reliable. Follow brown signs from B4000 |
Map Reference |
click here |
Tele Number |
01494 755569 |
Parking |
free, 200metres from the house. |
Website |
click here |
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BASILDON PARK (National Trust) |
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What's There |
18th Century Mansion with fine plasterwork, furniture and paintings. Graham Sutherland tapestry. Park and Gardens. Kitchen Garden and possibly Park planting by Capability Brown. |
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Opening Times |
See Website |
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Prices |
See Website |
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Address |
Lower Basildon, Reading. RG8 9NR |
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From Fleet |
Take B3349 from Hartley Wintney and then A33 towards Reading - take A329 out of Reading - Park is on the west side of A329 about 7 miles out of Reading |
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Approx Distance | 25 miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
0118 9843040 |
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Fax Number |
0118 9841267 |
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Website |
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Video | click here | |
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What's There |
Towers, secret tunnel, restored gardens, exhibition and a spectacular barn. |
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Opening Times |
April-September: Wed-Sun and bank holiday Mondays 14.00-1800. |
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Prices |
phone | |
Address |
Redbridge lane, Basing, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG24 7HB |
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From Fleet |
M3 to Basingstoke - exit 6 - take A33 towards Basingstoke - first r/b take right onto A30 - first left to Ruins |
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Approx Distance | 17 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01256 467294 |
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Fax Number |
01256 326283 |
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Website |
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What's There |
Cruising the canal with the "John Pinkerton", Theme Cruises, Charter Cruises | |
Opening Times |
see website | |
Prices |
see website | |
Address |
Boat leaves from Colt Hill Wharf, Odiham | or Fox and Hounds Fleet |
From Fleet |
Take the A287 Farnham Rd to Odiham, at the R/B continue on the Farnham Rd to Odiham, take a right on to the London Rd towards the Waterwhich pub. Go over canal bridge and the boat will be on the right. | The Fox and Hounds pub is on the Crookham Rd in Fleet |
Approx Distance | 6 Miles | |
Map Reference |
click here | click here |
Tele Number |
01256 765889 | |
Fax Number |
n/a | |
Website |
www.johnpinkerton.co.uk | |
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jpbookings@basingstoke-canal.org.uk | |
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What's There |
Collection of Birds, Narrow Gauge Railway, Rare Breed Farm Animals, Pets Corner, Deer Park, Splash Pools, Adventure Playground, Gardens, Sculpture Trails, Riverboat Trips Down the Thames, Lake and River Angling. |
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Opening Times |
See Website |
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Prices |
See Website |
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Address |
Lower Basildon, Reading, Berkshire. RG8 9NH |
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From Fleet |
Take B3349 from Hartley Wintney and then A33 towards Reading - Take M4 towards Swindon - take next exit (12) and follow signs. |
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Approx Distance | 26 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
0844 826 1761 |
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Fax Number |
0118 984 5171 |
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Website |
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use form on website |
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What's There |
Country House, Victorian Garden, Herb Garden, Park, Motor Museum, Exhibition of Medieval Monastic Life, High Level Monorail, Rides |
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Opening Times |
Daily:
May to September 10am - 6pm |
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Prices |
See Website | |||
Address |
Brockenhurst, Hampshire. SO42 7ZN |
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From Fleet |
M3 towards Southampton - M27 West - Junction 2 then follow brown signs |
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Approx Distance | 58 Miles | |||
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01590 612345 |
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Fax Number |
01590 612624 |
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Website |
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What's There |
The worlds oldest model village and railway opening in 1929. Huge model railway. 1.5 acres of gardens. Original finely detailed model village. Picnic area and rain shelters. Train rides. | |||
Opening Times |
click here | |||
Prices |
click here | |||
Address |
Warwick Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire. HP9 2PL | |||
From Fleet |
Take the M3 towards London - At M25 take left turn towards Heathrow - at junction 16 on the M25 take the left turn onto the M40 towards Oxford - At M40 junction 2 take right turn onto the A355 - at next r/b left onto the A40 - at 2nd r/b right onto the B474 - after going over rail bridge taken 2nd right onto Warwick Rd - look for signs | |||
Approx Distance | 35 Miles | |||
Map Reference |
click here | |||
Aerial view | click here | |||
Tele Number |
01494 672919 | |||
Website |
click here | |||
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info@bekonskot.co.uk | |||
Comment | Download a Kids Activity pack for your journey | |||
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What's There |
A large Roman courtyard villa. World class mosaic floors. Spectacular Downland setting. Near to a beautiful Nyetimber vineyard. Many local walks in the South Downs National Park |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Bignor, Pulborough, West Sussex. RH20 1PH |
From Fleet |
Take the A31 Hogs Back towards Guildford - turn left to take the B3000 towards the A3 - turn right onto the A3 towards Portsmouth - look for a sign for the A283 towards Petworth - follow the A283 to Petworth - keep on the A283 through Petworth - at Fittleworth pick up the B2138 - look for signs at the end of the B2138 or refer to the map for the last bit of the route. |
Approx Distance | 43 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
01798 869259 |
Parking |
free |
Website |
click here |
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enquiries@bignorromanvilla.co.uk |
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What's There |
Britain's Largest Bird Park, Underwater World, Farm Animals, Garden Centre, |
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Opening Times |
Mid Feb to end of Oct every day |
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Prices |
See Website | |
Address |
Holt Pound, Farnham, Surrey. GU10 4LD |
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From Fleet |
Take A325 from Farnham - look for signs |
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Approx Distance | 10 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01420 22992 |
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Fax Number |
01420 23715 |
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Website |
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What's There |
The ruins of a medieval Palace used by the Bishops and senior clergy of Winchester |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
free |
Address |
Hampshire. SO32 1DH |
From Fleet |
Take the A323 towards Aldershot - turn right onto the A325 by-pass - after three large r/b's turn right onto the A31 Farnham bypass - keep on the A31 to Chorton at Chorton atun left onto the A32 to Corthampton - at Corphampton left onto the B3035 to Bishops Walton - look for signs |
Approx Distance | 55 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Tele Number |
0370 333 1811 |
Parking |
Free. 30 metres from entrance. Disabled on site |
Website |
click here |
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click here for site email form |
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BLENHEIM PALACE (EH) |
What's There |
One of the largest private houses in the country built by John Churchill. Superb collection of tapestries, paintings, sculptures and furniture. Formal gardens, many walks, water terraces, secret gardens, maze, adventure playground, miniature train, butterfly house, lavender garden, bygones exhibition |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Woodstock, Oxfordshire. OX20 1PP |
From Fleet |
Take B3349 from Hartley Wintney and then A33 towards Reading - Take M4 west towards Swindon - at junction 13 turn right onto the A34 towards Oxford - just past Oxford take the A44 towards Woodstock - around Woodstock look for signs |
Approx Distance | 62 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Tele Number |
01993 810530 - 0800 849 6500 (recorded info) |
Parking |
free |
Website |
click here |
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customerservice@blenheimpalace.com |
Comment | This is a long journey so give yourself lots of time |
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What's There |
30 living displays of the sea, tropical underwater tunnel, otter display, talks, feeding demonstrations |
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Opening Times |
Open daily from 10am |
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Prices |
See Website | |
Address |
Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Portsmouth. PO5 3PB |
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From Fleet |
Take M3 towards Southampton - pick up M27 East - Follow signs to Portsmouth East/Seafront/aquarium |
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Approx Distance | 50 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
023 9287 5222 |
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Fax Number |
023 9229 4443 |
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Website |
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What's There |
Working family farm. Pig racing. Pony rides. Tractor and trailer rides. Trampoline, giant slides and bouncy pillow. Play barns and adventure trails. Many farm animals. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Young Street, Fetcham. Leatherhead, Surrey. KT22 9BS |
From Fleet |
Take M3 towards London - Right onto the M25 - leave at junction 9 the Leatherhead junction - at the r/b turn left onto the A243 Leatherhead by-pass - at the third r/b go straight over onto the A246 - look for signs |
Approx Distance | 33 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Tele Number |
01372 33764 |
Parking |
free |
Website |
click here |
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info@bockettsfarm.co.uk |
Special Offer | £4.60 per person age 2 years plus after 3pm any weekday during term time only |
Video | The Farm in the Summer |
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What's There |
Art Gallery, Collection of little shops and show cases in old world setting displaying arts, crafts, fashion and antiques. Demonstrations by artists and craftsmen. |
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Opening Times |
Seven days a week |
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Prices |
Free |
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Address |
Bosham Walk, Bosham Lane, Bosham, Nr Chichester, West Sussex. PO18 8HX |
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From Fleet |
Take A287 from Farnham to A3 - A3 towards Portsmouth - Pick up A3(M) - at end of A3(M) take A27 towards Chichester - pick up the A259 - look out for the White Swan Pub R/B 3 miles before Chichester - Take southern exit and follow road into Bosham Village - Bosham Walk is on the right |
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Approx Distance | 45 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01243 572475 |
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Fax Number |
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Website |
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BOX HILL (National Trust) |
What's There |
Spectacular views over the Surrey Downs. Self guided walks. Good open area for kite flying etc. Outdoor centre. Local produce shop. Abundant wildlife. Discovery Zone. Children's quiz trail. |
Opening Times |
see website |
Prices |
free |
Address |
Tadworth, Surrey. KT20 7LB |
From Fleet |
Hogsback to Guildford, pick up the A3, go under the overpass onto the A25, keep on the A25 until Dorking - take the A24 left towards Leatherhead - At R/B take the B2209 - look for a right turn signposted Box Hill - drive to the top and park in the first car park entering on the left |
Approx Distance | 34 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
0130 6885502 |
Parking |
Pay and Display. Free to National Trust members. Short walk to views. |
Website |
click here |
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boxhill@nationaltrust.org.uk |
Video | Box Hill on a misty morning |
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What's There |
Home and Gardens of Lord Mountbatten |
Opening Times |
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Prices |
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Address |
The Estate
Office |
From Fleet |
Take M3 towards Southampton - M27 West - Junction 2 take A3090 - Entrance at Romsey |
Approx Distance | 48 Miles |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01794 505020 |
Fax Number |
01794 518605 |
Website |
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What's There |
Aviation and Bus Museum. 4D film presentations. |
Opening Times |
Summer 10am - 5pm. Winter 10am - 4pm |
Prices |
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Address |
Brooklands Museum Trust Ltd, Brooklands Rd, Weybridge, Surrey. KT13 0QN |
From Fleet |
Take M3 towards M25. Take M25 towards Reigate. Leave at J10 turning left towards London. At large R/B take left on to the A 245 towards Byfleet. Follow brown "Brooklands" signs. |
Approx Distance | 24 Miles |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01932 857381 extn 221 |
Fax Number |
None |
Website |
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What's There |
77 Acre site with Deer Park, Farm Animals, Indoor Play Area, Pedal Go cart Track, Tractor Rides, Adventure Playground, Wild Walk and Den Building, inflatable pillow. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Bucklebury, Reading, Berkshire. RG7 6RR |
From Fleet |
Take A323 to Hartley Wintney - left at r/b then right at r/b towards Reading on B3011 - follow the B3011 to the "T" junction with the A33 - right onto the A33 towards Reading - at the M4 turn left towards Swindon - leave the M4 at junction 12 - take A4 towards Newbury - after 6 miles turn right at signpost to Douai Abbey - after 1 mile turn right signpost to Bucklebury - after 2.5 miles at crossroads follow signs |
Approx Distance | 34 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
0118 971 4002 |
Parking | free |
Website |
click here |
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info@buckleburyfarmpark.co.uk |
Comment | Don't miss the free tractor ride. |
Video | click here to see why you should not miss the tractor ride |
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What's There |
18th century village, Lord Nelson Displays, Reconstruction of old Century Inn, Sir Francis Chichester exhibits, Reconstructed Historic Cottages, Beaulieu River Cruise, Riverside walk. |
Opening Times |
see website |
Prices |
see website |
Address |
Beaulieu, Brockenhurst, Hampshire. SO42 7XB |
From Fleet |
Take M3 to Southampton - then M27 West - Junction 2 A326 towards Fawley - take left turn onto B3054 - pick up signs |
Approx Distance | 58 Miles |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01590 614645 |
Fax Number |
01590 612624 |
Website |
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Fill out form listed under enquires on the Website |
Comment |
The entrance fee takes you into the small museum and includes a 50p voucher for the river cruise. The village and walks etc can be accessed free. |
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What's There |
Presentation of an Iron Age farm settlement. Rare breeds of cattle, sheep, goat and fowl, crop fields, spinning, making clay pots, grinding corn, feeding livestock. |
Opening Times |
March
to September: Weekends from 10am - 5pm |
Prices |
See Website |
Address |
Nexus House, Gravel Hill, Waterlooville, Hampshire. PO8 0QE |
From Fleet |
Take A3 towards Portsmouth - after Petersfield look for signs before Horndean. |
Approx Distance | 32 Miles |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
02392598838 |
Website |
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What's There |
History of Basingstoke Canal museum. Children's play area. Picnic area. Boat hire and boat trips down the canal. Walks along the tow path. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Basingstoke Canal Authority, Canal Centre, Mytchett Place Road, Mytchett, Surrey. GU16 6DD |
From Fleet |
From the r/b at Farnborough take the Rectory Road - Turn right onto the Coleford Bridge Road - at the second r/b go straight over onto the Mitchett PL Road - the Canal Centre is on the left after the small bridge |
Approx Distance | 6 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial view | click here |
Tele Number |
01252 370073 |
Parking |
Plenty of free parking |
Website |
click here |
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info@basingstoke-canal.co.uk |
Video | Canal Centre in Spring |
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What's There |
Once owned by Jane Austen's brother. Historic house with over four hundred years of history. Walled kitchen garden. Beautiful grounds. Walk down Lime Ave in Jane Austen's footsteps. Rose garden |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Chawton. Alton, Hampshire. GU341SJ |
From Fleet |
Take the A323 towards Aldershot - turn right onto the A325 by-pass - after three large r/b's turn right onto the A31 Farnham bypass - stay on the A31 until you reach a large r/b with a left turn onto the A32 - at this R/B turn sharp left into Winchester Road - at the "T" junction turn right - the house will be on the right - look for signs |
Approx Distance | 18 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Tele Number |
01420 541010 |
Parking |
Free parking is available on site |
Aerial View | click here |
Website |
click here |
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info@chawtonhouselibrary.org or click here for site email form |
Video | The House and Garden click here |
Common | Can be visited with Jane Austen's Housie. Only light refreshments in cafe. |
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What's There |
Indoor and outdoor play areas. Bouncing Pillow. Three great slides. Sandy area. Tots and older children play areas. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Bagshot Rd, Chobham, Surrey. GU24 8DB |
From Fleet |
Take the M3 towards London - at junction three turn right on the r/b taking the A322 towards Woking - at the large r/b take the first left onto the A319 - after around 2.5 Km look for the Farm sign on the right |
Approx Distance | 14 miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial view | click here |
Tele Number |
01276 919212 |
Parking |
free |
Website |
click here |
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bean@chobhamadventurefarm.com |
Video | Chobham Park |
Comment | On the left of the entrance there is a yard in which there are a number of amazing sculptures made from artificial grass. You are allowed to look around this area but treat with respect. You might even buy one. |
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CHOLDERTON CHARLIES FARM |
What's There |
Farm and rare breed animals, tractor rides, indoor play-barn, adventure play areas, tree top trail, sun house, water gardens, vineyards, pig races. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Amesbury Road, Cholderton, Salisbury, Wiltshire. SP4 0EW. |
From Fleet |
Take the M3 towards Basingstoke - After Basingstoke take the left turnoff onto the A303 - after Thruxton Airport on the right continue for another 5 kilometers then look for a left turn onto Amesbury Rd - look for the farm on the right |
Approx Distance | 48 miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial view | click here |
Sat Nav | Use Post Code |
Tele Number |
01980 629438 |
Parking |
free |
Website |
click here |
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info@choldertonecharliesfarm.com |
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What's There |
A spectacular Palladian mansion, extensive gardens, weddings |
Opening Times |
see website |
Prices |
see website |
Address |
West Clandon |
From Fleet |
Hogsback to Guildford, pick up the A3, go under the overpass onto the A25, keep on the A25 until you pick up brown signs to Clanden Park. |
Approx Distance | 38 Miles |
Map Reference |
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Video | Clandon Park |
Tele Number |
01483 222482 |
Fax Number |
None |
Website |
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Video | click here Note:The video includes shots of the house before the fire |
Comment | Due to an extensive fire the house is closed until further notice. The Park is open |
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What's There |
Landscaped Garden, Free Guided Walks, Turf Amphitheatre, Serpentine Lake, Pavilion, Grotto, Belvedere Tower, Camellia Terrace. |
Opening Times |
see website |
Prices |
see website |
Address |
Portsmouth Rd, Esher, Surrey. KT10 9JG |
From Fleet |
Hogsback to Guildford - pick up the A3, keep on the A3 until the r/b just before Esher - turn left at this f/b towards Esher onto the A245 - at Esher take left onto the A307 - look for signs |
Approx Distance | 41 Miles |
Sat Nav | Unreliable. Use directions above. |
Map Reference |
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Video | to come |
Tele Number |
01372 467806 |
Fax Number |
None |
Website |
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Comment | Why not visit The Homeland on the same day? |
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CLIVEDEN (National Trust) |
What's There |
Large House, Extensive gardens, Hotel, Many Statues, Topiari Trees, Woodland Walks. Flower Gardens. Maze. Fountains. |
Opening Times |
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Prices |
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Address |
Cliveden House, Taplow, Taplow, Maidenhead. Bucks. SL18NS |
From Fleet |
Go to M4 from Yateley. Turn tight onto M4. At Junction 7, turn left at the roundabout onto the A4 towards Maidenhead. Go straight at the traffic lights and turn right at the roundabout (Sainsburys Supermarket) onto Lent Rise Road. Continue straight over all mini-roundabouts. You will pass Burnham Memorial Cricket Ground on your right and Grovefield House on your left. At the T-Junction, the main gates of Cliveden are directly opposite. Follow the gravel drive all the way to the House, following the signs for House Guests. |
Approx Distance | 33 Miles |
Sat Nav | For gardens use Cliveden Rd and SL1 8NS. For woodlands use SL6 0HJ |
Map Reference |
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Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
01483 222482 |
Parking |
on site |
Website |
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Video | Cliveden |
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DAPDUNE WHARF (National Trust) |
What's There |
Visitor Centre telling the story of navigations and the people who lived and worked on the Wey Navigation Canal. Various displays. Activities depending on season. Boat trips available, check with website for times and dates. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
River Wey and Godalming Navigation and Dapdune Wharf, Navigation Office, Wharf Rd, Guildford, Surrey. GU1 4RR |
From Fleet |
Take the Hogs Back towards Guildford. At the r/b take the A25 Guildford By-pass (not the overhead A3). Continue on A25 then turn right at the lights onto woodbridge Rd. Stay on Woodbridge Rd till you pass the Guildford Cricket Ground on the right. Just after the ground turn right into Wharf Rd. |
Approx Distance | 16 miles |
Sat Nav | use post code |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
01483 561389 |
Parking |
Free Parking next to entrance. |
Website |
click here |
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riverwey@nationaltrust.org.uk |
Comment | Check boat trips befotre going |
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DEVILS PUNCH BOWL (National Trust) |
What's There |
A number of walks or self guided trails. Sailors Stroll (1mile), Highcombe Hike (2.8 miles), Hidden Hindhead Trail (3.1 milres), Roam 639 Trail (6.39 miles), Miss James Walk (1.9 miles) and Golden Valley (2 miles). Each one has varying degrees of steep gradients and uneven services with some spectacular views. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
no charge |
Address |
London Rd, Hindhead, Surry. GU26 6AB |
From Fleet |
Take the A323 towards Aldershot - turn right onto the A325 by-pass - after three large r/b's turn right onto the A31 Farnham bypass - take the first left onto Station Rd - turn right onto the Tilford Road - continue on the Tilford Rd for a few miles until you merge into the A287 - continue on the A287 into Hindhead - at a double roundabout turn left onto the London Rd - the Punchbowl is on the right along the London Rd. |
Approx Distance | 16 miles |
Sat Nav | GU26 6AB |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
01428 681050 |
Parking |
Parking charges apply. Free for National Trust members. |
Website |
click here |
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hindhead@nationaltrust.org.uk |
Comment | Cafe on site with meals, cold food, drinks, sandwiches, salads, cakes and soup. Cafe opening times |
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What's There |
Steam Railway with unique collection of Great Western Railway steam engines, coaches, wagons, buildings and relics. Recreation of Brunel's broad gauge railway. Many special day's. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Didcot Railway Centre, Didcot, Oxfordshire. OX11 7NJ |
From Fleet |
Take B3349 from Hartley Wintney and then A33 towards Reading - Take M4 west towards Swindon - at junction 13 turn right onto the A34 towards Oxford - lookout for brown signs on the A34 - follow signs |
Approx Distance | 43 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
01235 817200 |
Parking |
click here |
Website |
click here |
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info@didcotrailwaycentre.org.uk |
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What's There |
One of the largest privately owned vineyards in Europe, 20 minute surround vision film, indoor wine tours, tours of the vineyards, many events throughout the year, winetasting in Summer. |
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Opening Times |
Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day. See website for times |
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Prices |
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Address |
London Road, Dorking, Surrey. RH5 6AA |
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From Fleet |
Take the Hogs Back to Guildford - bear left onto the A3 - bear left then right under the A3 bypass onto the A25 - continue on the A25 towards Dorking - at Dorking turn left at the large r/b onto the A24 London Rd - at the next r/b turn left onto Bradley Lane - look for sign |
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Approx Distance | 36 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01306 876 616 |
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Fax Number | 01306 888930 | |
Parking |
Free |
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Website |
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What's There |
Pond, Large 17th century House, Walks, Magnificent Scenery, Deer, Dutch Garden, Orangery Greenhouse, Church. Film location for "Remains of the Day" |
Opening Times |
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Prices |
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Address |
Dyrham Park, Dyrham, nr Bath, Gloucestershire, SN14 8ER |
From Fleet |
Take B3349 from Hartley Wintney and then A33 towards Reading - Take M4 towards Swindon - take exit 18 towards Bath (A46) and follow signs. |
Approx Distance | 80 Miles |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
0117 937 2501 |
Sat Nav |
Use SN14 8HY and enter via A46. |
Parking | 20 yards from visitor centre. |
Website |
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What's There |
Miniature Railway running from Eastleigh Parkway to Monks Brook Halt and back. The 11/4 miles takes about 15 - 20 minutes. Lakes, children's playground, model layout. Shop contains "Thomas" models and electric and clockwork trains |
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Opening Times |
Saturdays
and Sundays throughout the year |
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Prices |
Standard Class: |
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Address |
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From Fleet |
Take M3 towards Southampton - Pick up M27 East - leave at junction 5 taking A335 towards Eastleigh - look for signs |
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Approx Distance | 43 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
023
8061 2020 |
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Parking |
free |
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Website |
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What's There |
Boating Lake, tree trail, trim trail, children's play areas, paddling pool, small river with dipping platform. |
Opening Times |
Weather Dependent: Daily from 11.30 to 5.30 as follows: |
Prices |
Free Entry. Pay for Boat Rides. |
Address |
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From Fleet |
Take M3 towards to Basingstoke - right at the R/B onto the A339 - at the next (large) R/B stay on the A339 but take the inside lane to the Town Centre and join the A3010 (you will see the park on the left) - turn left at the next lights on to Festival Way - left at next lights onto Eastrop Way - following along this road you will come to a car park on the left, if this is full keep going to another car park of the same road. |
Approx Distance | 17 Miles |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
n/a |
Parking |
Free. |
Website |
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Video | Eastrop Park in the Summer |
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What's There |
200 Acres of Gardens. Steam Train. Play area. |
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Opening Times |
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Prices |
click here | ||
Address |
Exbury, Nr Southampton, Hampshire. SO45 1AZ |
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From Fleet |
Take M3 towards Southampton - Pick up M27 West - Junction 2 A326 towards Fawley - B3054 towards Beaulieu - first left to Exbury - look for signs |
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Approx Distance | 58 Miles | ||
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
023 8089 1203
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Comment |
Could be visited with "Bucklers Hard" Book on line to save 10%. |
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What's There |
A 900 year old castle overlooking the historic town of Farnham. There are two buildings. The Keep and The Bishop's Palace. |
Opening Times |
see website |
Prices |
free to The Keep - a small charge is made for a tour of Bishops Palace |
Address |
Castle Hill, Farnham, Surrey. GU9 0AG |
From Fleet |
Take the Beacon Hill Rd towards Farnham from the r/b at the Tesco Petrol Station - left at the 3rd r/b onto Odiham Rd - right at the next lights onto Folly Hill - look for a left turn sign at the bottom of the hill. |
Approx Distance | 7 Miles |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01252 721194 |
Parking |
free |
Website |
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Video | click here for Castle Keep video |
Comment |
Can be visited with Farnham Park which is next to the castle. |
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What's There |
A medieval deer park with a landscape of rolling grassland and veteran trees. Adventure playground and toddlers play area. 9 hole golf course. Football and cricket pitches. | ||
Opening Times |
Always open | ||
Prices |
free | ||
Address |
Castle Hill, Farnham, Surrey. GU9 0AG | ||
From Fleet |
Take the Beacon Hill Rd towards Farnham from the r/b at the Tesco Petrol Station - left at the 3rd r/b onto Odiham Rd - right at the next lights onto Folly Hill - look for a left turn sign at the bottom of the hill. | ||
Approx Distance | 7 Miles | ||
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01252 717047 |
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Parking |
free |
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Website |
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Video | click here for video of this lovely park | ||
Comment |
Can be visited with Farnham Castle which is next to the park. |
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What's There |
The largest Roman home in Britain. The earliest gardens in the country. Largest collection of mosaics. |
Opening Times |
see website |
Prices |
see website |
Address |
Roman Way, Chichester, West Sussex. PO19 3QR |
From Fleet |
Take the A31 Hogs Back towards Guildford - turn left to take the B3000 towards the A3 - turn right onto the A3 towards Portsmouth - stay on A3 and A3(M) - at the end of the A3(M) left onto A27 - keep on the A27 until you reach R/B with right turn onto A259 (just before the Chichester Bypass) - look for signs on A259 |
Approx Distance | 49 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
01243 785859 |
Parking |
free |
Website |
click here |
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Comment |
Does not have its own website. Info is on Sussex Past site. |
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What's There |
Award winning park ranked in the Top 10 Amusement Parks in UK and Top 25 in Europe. Animal Shows. Rides. Indoor Play. Outdoor Adventure. Barn Theatre. | ||
Opening Times |
click here | ||
Prices |
click here | ||
Address |
Newpound Lane, Wisborough Green, West Sussex. RH14 0EG | ||
From Fleet |
Take the A323 towards Aldershot - turn right onto the A325 by-pass - after three large r/b's turn right onto the A31 Farnham bypass - take the first left onto the A287 to Hindhead - at Hindhead continue on the A287 to Haslemere - keep going onto the A286 - turn left onto the A272 just before Midhurst - at Wisborough Green turn left onto he left turn onto Durbans Rd then right onto Newpound Lane - look for signs | ||
Approx Distance | 31 Miles | ||
Map Reference |
click here | ||
Tele Number |
0140 700063 | ||
Parking |
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Website |
click here | ||
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Info@fishersfarmpark.co.uk | ||
Comment | Note : This is a long complicated journey |
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FORT NELSON |
What's There |
Victorian Fort. Home to the Royal Armouries national collection of artillery. Over 350 guns on display. Museum. Tunnels and ramparts to explore. Daily gun salute at 1pm. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
free |
Address |
Royal Armouries Museum. Fort Nelson, Portsdown Hill Road, Fareham. PO17 6AN |
From Fleet |
Take the M3 towards Southampton - follow the M27 towards Portsmouth (east)- at juntion 11 turn left onto the A27 - at the T junction turn right onto Boarhunt Road - next left into Swivelton Lane - at T junction take left onto Portsdown Hill Road - look for signs |
Approx Distance | 42 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Tele Number |
01329 233 734 |
Parking |
free |
Website |
click here |
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fnenquiries@armouries.org.uk |
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What's There |
Large Lake with swimming, sandy beach, walks and angling | ||
Opening Times |
Always open | ||
Prices |
Free | ||
Address |
Not Applicable | ||
From Fleet |
Take the B3013 out of Fleet towards Farnham - turn left onto the A287 - follow the A287 through Farnham keeping on the A287 until you see a signposted right turn leading to Frensham Pond Hotel - look for a left turn into the car park. | ||
Approx Distance | 11 miles | ||
Map Reference |
click here for map location | ||
Tele Number |
not applicable | ||
Parking |
Pay for Parking in the Summer. Free Parking for National Trust members | ||
Website |
click here | ||
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Comment | Fantastic for the children with the sandy beach and swimming. |
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What's There |
18th Century house and garden, museum on Captain. Lawrence Oates, (of Antartic fame) 18th century recipes in tea parlour |
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Opening Times |
1st January-24th December: 1100-1700 |
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Prices |
See Website | |
Address |
The Wakes, High St, Selbourne, Hampshire GU34 3JH |
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From Fleet |
Take A31 from Farnham - At Alton bypass take B3006 to Selbourne |
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Approx Distance | 20 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01420 511275 |
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Fax Number |
01420 511040 |
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Website |
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What's There |
17th Century home of the Duke of Richmond. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Goodwood Estate, Chichester, West Sussex. PO18 0PX |
From Fleet |
From Farnham take A287 towards Hindhead - stay on the A2987 which continues and turns into the A286 - stay on the A286 towards Chichester - at East Lavant tuen left into Sheepwash Lane - continur into Pook Lane - look for signs |
Approx Distance | 36 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
01243 927 254 |
Website |
click here |
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click here to use the email form or use events@goodwood.com |
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What's There |
What’s there :
Nestled neatly between
St Luke’s Church and Grayshott Primary School - Grayshott Pottery
trades out of the ‘Old Laundry’ site and this year will celebrate
its 50th Birthday. The
company that is owned by the employees under a Trust arrangement, has three
distinctive parts:- |
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Opening Times |
Gift
shop and Cafe- Monday
to Saturday 9.00am-5.30pm, Sundays and Bank holidays 10.00am-4.00pm |
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Prices |
Free Entry |
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Address |
School Road, Grayshott, Hindhead, Surry GU26 6LR |
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From Fleet |
From Farnham take A287 towards Hindhead - Turn right at A3 junction - Turn right onto B3002 - follow signs to Grayshott |
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Approx Distance | 15 Miles | |
Sat Nav | Takes you to Stables on Ham Street. | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01428 604404 |
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Parking |
Free |
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Website |
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GRAYS COURT (National Trust) |
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What's There |
16th Century Tudor House with Wheel House, Donkey Powered Mill Wheel, Ice House and Maze. 12th century tower. | |
Opening Times |
see website | |
Prices |
see website | |
Address |
Rotherfield Greys, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire. RG9 4PG | |
From Fleet |
Take B3349 from Hartley Wintney and then A33 towards Reading - follow the A33 through Reading to its end - left onto the A4155 - follow the A4155 to Henley - at the centre of Henley look for a left turn onto Grays Rd - follow Grays Rd out of Henley - keep on Grays Rd looking for signs. | |
Approx Distance | 25 Miles | |
Map Reference |
click here | |
Arial View | click here | |
Tele Number |
0149 1628529 | |
Parking |
free 220 yards | |
Website |
click here | |
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greyscourt@nationaltrust.org.uk | |
Comment | This is a long route give yourself lots of time | |
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What's There |
Historic house with collections of textiles, furniture and paintings many of which have been in the housec for 400 years. Situated near the Thames with many walks and garden trails. Kitchen garden. |
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Opening Times |
see website |
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Prices |
see website |
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Address |
Ham Street, Ham, Richmond. TW10 7RS | |
From Fleet |
M3 towards London - continue onto the A316 - at r/b on Chertsey Rd turn right onto A3004 - continue onto A305 - right onto A 307 to Richmond - look for a right turn onto Sandy Lane - right into Ham St - look for signs |
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Approx Distance | 33 Miles | |
Sat Nav | Takes you to Stables on Ham Street. | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
020 8940 1950 | |
Parking |
Free parking at the end of Ham Street | |
Website |
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What's There |
One of England's finest attractions, over 500 years of history, 60 acres of riverside gardens, famous maze, rose garden, herds of dear, orangery exotics garden, great fountain garden |
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Opening Times |
Only closed on 24, 25 and 26 Dec. see website for various opening times. |
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Prices |
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Address |
Surrey. KT8 9AU |
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From Fleet |
Take M3 towards London - turn right at exit 1 of M3 onto Staines Rd A308 - follow the A308 looking for signs |
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Approx Distance | 29 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
0844 482 7777 |
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Parking |
Limited Parking at palace pay on exit. Parking at Hampton Court Green (500 meters) hourly charge. Parking at Hampton Court Station (200 meters) check station charges. |
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What's There |
Red brick mansion. Many walks. Gardens. Collection of keyboards used by the great classical composers including Mahler and Chopin. Robert Adams ceilings. Masses of Spring Bluebells. |
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Opening Times |
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Prices |
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Address |
East Clandon, Guildford, Surrey GU4 7RT |
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From Fleet |
Entry off the A246 between Guildford and Leatherhead. |
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Approx Distance | 24 Miles | |
Sat Nav | Misleading. Follow brown signs to entrance off A246. | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01483 222482 |
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Parking |
Free. 300 Yards. |
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Website |
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Video | Bluebells at Hatchlands |
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What's There |
Set in a woodland and wildflower meadow. Over 150 birds of prey. Daily flying demonstrations. Herron and Red Kite feeds. Every visitor can hold a bird of prey. Tractor rides. Runner duck racing. Ferret racing. Adventure play area. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Visitor Centre, Sarson Lane, Weyhill, Andover, Hampshire. SP11 8DY |
From Fleet |
Take the M3 towards Winchester - pick up the A303 - lokk for signs just after Thruxton |
Approx Distance | 42 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Tele Number |
01264 773850 |
Parking |
free |
Website |
click here |
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info@hawkconservancy.org |
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What's There |
Victorian Castle set in 1,000acres of beautiful parkland. Seasonal walks. Secret Garden. Rose Arbour. Etruscan temple. Many follies. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Highclere Park, Newbury. RG20 9RN |
From Fleet |
Take the M3 towards Basingstoke - at junction 6 take the A339 to Kingsclere - at the R/B just after Kinsclere turn left onto the Newbury Road - carry on into Fox's Road - take the left hand fork keeping on Fox's Rd (do not take left fork to Ecchinswell) follow the road and signs to the A34 - turn right at the A34 - look for brown signs |
Approx Distance | 35 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Tele Number |
Office: 01635 253210 Info Line: 01635 253204 |
Parking |
free |
Website |
click here |
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theoffice@highclerecastle.co.uk |
Comment | The home of Downton Abbey |
Video | Highclere in late Summer |
Name |
HILLIER GARDENS (Sir HAROLD) |
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What's There |
One of the worlds biggest Winter Gardens and longest double borders. Magnolia Ave. Pond and bog garden. Seasonal planting displays set in 180 acres. Wobbly Bridge, Tree House, Carpet Swing and lots of open space. | |
Opening Times |
see website | |
Prices |
see website | |
Address |
Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Jermyns Lane, Romsey, Hants. SO51 0QA | |
From Fleet |
Take M3 towards Winchester - exit at junction 9 - take A3090 towards Hursley - continue on A3090 to Ampfield - look for right turn onto Jermyns Lane - look for signs | |
Approx Distance | 44 Miles | |
Map Reference |
click here | |
Tele Number |
01794 369317 | |
Parking |
free | |
Website |
click here | |
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info@hilliergardens.org.uk | |
Video | to come |
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What's There |
Elegant country house. Rebuilt after a fire in 1960. Collection of ceramics and art. Undisturbed views from each window. Tranquil garden. Manicured lawns lead to avenues of sculptured topiary and borders of roses with breathtaking views across the South Downs. | |
Opening Times |
click here | |
Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Hinton Ampler, Nr Alresford, Hampshire. SO24 0LA | |
From Fleet |
Take the A323 towards Aldershot - turn right onto the A325 by-pass - after three large r/b's turn right onto the A31 Farnham bypass - stay on the A31 - after Ropley look for a left turn onto the B3046 passing Arlesford Golf Club - at the junction with the A272 look for signs | |
Approx Distance | 34 Miles | |
Sat Nav | Use SO24 0NH. 21 Yards west of entrance. | |
Map Reference |
click here | |
Tele Number |
01962 771305 | |
Parking |
free. Phone 01962 771305 for disabled parking | |
Website |
click here | |
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hintonampler@nationaltrust.org.uk | |
Video | Hinton Ampler in Spring |
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What's There |
18th century Grade 2 listed Gothic Cottage set on the River Trent, riverside walks, Alpacas "snorting" Topiary Dragon, Peacock Garden, walled garden, kitchen garden, peony walk, rose arbour, orchid house. |
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Opening Times |
see website |
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Prices |
see website |
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Address |
Stockbridge, Hampshire, SO20 6LQ |
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From Fleet |
M3 towards Basingstoke - follow signs to A303 . from A303 left onto the A34 - right onto the A30 towards Stockbridge - at Stockbridge follow signs to house |
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Approx Distance | 40 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01264 810063 |
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Fax Number |
N/A |
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Website |
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What's There |
Museum, copy of her letters, her jewellery and donkey carriage, bookshop and garden |
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Opening Times |
1st March-30th November and weekends in January, February and December:1100-1600 Closed 25th and 26th December |
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Prices |
See Website | |
Address |
Chawton, Nr Alton, Hampshire. GU34 1SD |
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From Fleet |
Take A31 from Farnham till you reach junction with A32 - follow signs |
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Approx Distance | 18 Miles | |
Parking | Small free car park | |
Map Reference |
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Aerial View | click here | |
Tele Number |
01420 83262 |
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Fax Number |
01420 83262 |
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Website |
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see website |
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Comment | Can be visited with Chawton House Library |
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What's There |
300 acres of garden containing more than 40,000 varieties of plants. Several spectacular glasshouses and two art galleries. Japanese and rock gardens. Kids area. | |
Opening Times |
click here | |
Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, Richmond. Surrey. TW9 3AB | |
From Fleet |
Take the M3 towards London - continue on the M3 till it turn into the A316 - keep on the A316 until you reach a R/B at Richmond just after crossing the Thames - left at R/B onto the A307 - look for Kew Gardens on the left along the A307 | |
Approx Distance | 31 Miles | |
Parking | Parking in Kew Rd (A307) is free after 10am. Parking is available at TW9 3AF which is reached via Ferry Lane, a narrow turning off Kew Green. click here for map Cost £7 per day. Free for disabled drivers. | |
Map Reference |
click here | |
Aerial View | click here | |
Tele Number |
020 8332 5655 | |
Website |
click here | |
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info@kew.org | |
Comment | Don't miss the incredible Lilly House. The gardens are huge so give yourself lots of time | |
Video | Kew in July |
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Play and Party centre for children. Many themed playrooms. Large screen video games. Large soft play area with high slides. Plenty for all ages. Themed party rooms. | |
Opening Times |
7 days a week from 9.30 to 6.00. Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day and New Years Day. New Years Eve open 9.30 to 4.00 | |
Prices |
click here | |
Address |
680 Eskdale Rd, Winnersh Triangle, Berkshire. RG41 5TS | |
From Fleet |
Take the A3010 out of Fleet towards the A30 - after going under the M3 take the next left turning onto the Blackbushe Rd - at the next r/b turn left - next r/b turn right onto the A327 - stay on the A327 to Sindlesham - at r/b turn left onto Mill Lane - at next r/b take 3rd exit to the B3270 - merge onto the B3290 - after 2nd r/b 2nd exit onto Wharfdale Rd - next r/b stay on the Wharfdale Rd - next r/b take 1st exit onto Exdale Rd - next turn right and the venue will be on the left | |
Approx Distance | 15 Miles | |
Parking | Limited Free Parking. Can park at the Holiday Inn hotel with small charge. | |
Map Reference |
click here | |
Aerial View | click here | |
Tele Number |
0118 952 6949 | |
Website |
click here | |
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Comment | Local play centres are not normally listed but this one is especially worth a visit. Go early or late at weekends and Bank Holidays. | |
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Many Children's Rides, Stunt Shows, Miniland (made from lego) |
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Prices |
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Address |
Legoland Windsor, Windsor, Berkshire SL4 4AY |
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Approx Distance | 20 Miles | |
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Tele Number |
08705 040404 |
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Parking |
£5 for all day |
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Childhood home of composer Ralph Vaughan Williams, Free audio installation about Vaughan Williams and his music. Rhododendron Wood. Wonderful views over the Surrey Downs atmospheric House, many walks. Note: There is a 400m walk over uneven and often muddy ground to the house. |
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Address |
Leith Hill Lane, Nr Coldharbour Village, Dorking, Surrey. RH5 6LY |
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From Fleet |
Take the Hoggs Back to Guildford - use Guildford by pass (not overhead pass) and follow signs to the A25 - Stay on the A25 - After Arbinger Hammer look for a right turn into Hollow Lane with a brown a sign for Leith Hill, continue on Hollow Lane onto Leith Hill Rd - look for brown sign to Leith Hill Place with a sharp right turn. |
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Approx Distance | 30 Miles | |
Sat Nav | Use RH5 6LU | |
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Tele Number |
08705 040404 |
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Parking |
free 437 Yards. |
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What's There |
Vast collection of miniature trees, Koi ponds. Bonsai teaching classes between 10am - 4pm |
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Opening Times |
9am - 5pm every day of the week |
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Prices |
Free |
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Address |
Street End Lane, Sidlesham, West Sussex, PO20 7RG |
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From Fleet |
Take A287 from Farnham to A3 - A3 towards Portsmouth - Pick up A3(M) - at end of A3(M) take A27 towards Chichester - At Chichester on the bypass turn right onto the B2145 - the Bonsai Centre is 3 miles down the road |
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Approx Distance | 54 Miles | |
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Tele Number |
01243 641302 |
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Fax Number |
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Website |
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Lots of farm animals, activity programme throughout the
day, indoor and outdoor play
areas, tractor and trailer rides (weather permitting). |
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Opening Times |
Daily 10 am to 5 pm from 11th February to 29th October, weekends only in November and December, plus 18th to 23rd December inclusive. |
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Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Longdown, Ashurst, Nr Southampton, Hampshire. SO40 4UH |
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From Fleet |
Take M3 towards Southampton - M27 West - Exit 3 onto M271 towards Southampton Docks - Take right turn at R/B onto A 35 towards Lyndhurst - follow signs |
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Approx Distance | 50 Miles | |
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Tele Number |
023 8029 3326 |
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Parking |
Free |
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What's There |
Hands-on Science and Nature
Exhibition with over 80 Exhibits, Children's |
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Opening Times |
10pm - 5pm daily (except Christmas period) |
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Prices |
See Website | |
Address |
Nine Mile Rd, Bracknell, Berkshire. RG12 7QW |
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From Fleet |
M3 towards London - exit 3 take A322 towards Bracknell - vear right onto A332 - turn left at R/B onto B3430 (nine mile Ride) - look for signs |
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Approx Distance | 12 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01344 354400 |
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Fax Number |
01344 354422 |
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What's There |
16th century house, rose garden, herb garden, flower garden, white garden, organic vegetable garden. |
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Opening Times |
see website |
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Prices |
See Website | |
Address |
Guildford, Surrey. GU11 1HS |
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From Fleet |
Take the Hogs Back A31 towards Guildford - after a while take a left turn aand then under the Hogs Back onto the B3000 - contnue on the B3000 going over A3 - after going through Compton look for a eft tuen into Loseley Park. |
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Approx Distance | 15 Miles | |
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Tele Number |
01483 405120 |
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What's There |
Historic farm. Meet the animals. Farmyard walks. Feed the chickens. Help with milking. River and woodland walks Special events. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Pylands Lane, Bursledon, Nr Southampton, SO31 1BH |
From Fleet |
Take the M3 towrads Southampton - left onto the M27 towards Portsmouth - leave at junction 8 - turn right at r/b onto Dodwell Lane - 2nd right onto Pyland's Lane look for signs. |
Approx Distance | 48 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View |
click here |
Tele Number |
01489 787055 |
Parking | Pay and dsplay. Up to 1 hour £1.50. All day £3.50 |
Website |
click here |
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What's There |
Adventure Play Ground, Tractor Rides, Human Rabbit Warren, Bale Mountain, Animal Handling, Trampolines, Mini Tractors, Sandpit, Bouncy Castle, Arts & Crafts, Go-Karts, Inflatable Slide, Farmyard Animals and Large Maize. All included in Price. |
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Address |
Scrapps Hill Farm, 550 Worting Rd, Basingstoke. RG23 8PU |
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From Fleet |
M3 towards Basingstoke - exit 6, right onto A339 Ringway, Go over first r/b, turn left on next r/b onto A3010, keep straight on Churchhill Way through four r/b's onto B3400, turn right at the fifth r/b keeping on the B3400. Look for signs |
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Approx Distance | 21 Miles | |
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Tele Number |
01256 220 398 |
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Parking |
free |
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Video | Manydown Video |
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What's There |
Over 200 species of animals and birds in 140 acres of beautiful surroundings. Adventure playground |
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Opening Times |
Daily
except Christmas Day and Boxing Day. |
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Prices |
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Address |
Colden Common, Nr Winchester, Hampshire. SO21 1JH |
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From Fleet |
Take M3 towards Southampton - look for signs near Winchester |
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Approx Distance | 40 Miles | |
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Tele Number |
01962 777407 |
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Parking |
free |
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Video | Marwell Video |
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What's There |
Hampshire's Heritage Living Museum from the late Victorian period to the early forties. Visit the Edwardian style Pub and picnic area. |
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Opening Times |
Monday: Closed |
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Prices |
see website | |
Address |
Leisure park, Churchill Way West, Basingstoke, Hampshire, 18 Miles |
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From Fleet |
By
Road: Just off M3
junction 6. Follow signs to
Leisure Park. |
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Tele Number |
01256 477766 |
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Fax Number |
01256 477784 |
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Website |
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What's There |
Many farm animals you can touch feed and cuddle. Looby Loo land train (£1) |
Opening Times |
Open days Phone for more visiting information outside the "open" days |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
For Letters: Fishers Cottage, Farnham Road,
Odiham. RG29 1HR For The Farm: Manor Farm, Blackstocks Lane, Hook. RG27 9PH |
From Fleet |
Take the A323 to Hartley Wintney - Left at the r/b onto the A30 - keep on the A30 through Hook - at the duel carriage way turn left into Blackstocks Lane - the farm is on the left - look for signs |
Approx Distance | 12 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
01256 767596 |
Website |
click here |
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Comments | Check out the "open days" on the website.before you go. |
Video | Summer at Millers Animal Ark |
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What's There |
Ancient trees, Old House crafted from medieval priory, Many differing exhibitions, Spring bulb fields, Walled rose garden, Children's trails. Second hand bookshop, Rex Whistler's amazing painted saloon. River Test. |
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Opening Times |
see website |
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Prices |
see website | |
Address |
Nr Romsey, Hampshire SO51 0LP |
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From Fleet |
By Road: Take
the M3 towards Southampton - right onto the A303 - turn left at r/b onto
the A30 - continue onto A3057 - turn right onto Oakley Road - look for
signs |
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Approx Distance | 45 Miles | |
Sat Nav | Use SO51 0LN | |
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Tele Number |
01794 340757 |
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Parking |
Free. On Site |
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Video | Mottisfont Video | |
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What's There |
Over 35 historic kites, gliders, aeroplanes and helicopters, dioramas and displays all celebrating over 100 years of heroic flying achievement by “Soldiers in the Air “ Plus 2 Flight Simulators , Rifle Ranges, 1940’s House, Children's Play Area, Gift shop, Cinema, Licensed Café with airfield views & plenty of parking. |
Opening Times |
10.00am - 4.30pm last admissions
4.00pm every day |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Middle Wallop, Stockbridge, Hants. SO20 8DY |
From Fleet |
Take M3 then the A303 then A343 towards Salisbury. The museum is of the A343 |
Approx Distance | 45 Miles |
Map Reference |
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Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
01264 784421 |
Fax Number |
01264 781694 |
Website |
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Special Offer |
Visitors paying full admission price will receive a voucher entitling them to visit 5 other attractions in the area '2 for the price of 1'. |
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What's There |
Wolves, Bison, Otters, Deer, Wildcats, Large collection of owls, butterfly house, wallabies and much motre. Adventure playgrounds', talks and feeding sessions. |
Opening Times |
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Prices |
click here |
Address |
Deerleap Lane, Near Ashurst, Southampton. SO40 4UH. |
From Fleet |
Take M3 towards Southampton - M27 West - then 271 towards Southampton Docks - take right onto A35 towards Ashurst - look for signs at Colbury |
Approx Distance | 50 Miles |
Map Reference |
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Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
023 80292408 |
Parking | Free |
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16th century tiomber framed cottage restored to bring 400 years of uninterupted occupation to life. See the radical changes in home life over the past few centuries. Cottage garden. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
2 The Cricket Green, Hambledon, near Godalming, Surrey. GU8 4HF |
From Fleet |
Take the A31 Hogs Back towards Guildford - turn left to take the B3000 towards the A3 - turn right onto the A3 towards Portsmouth - look for a sign for the A283 towards Petworth - follow the A283 through Witley - just over a mile after Witley enter the Petworth Road - turn left from the Petworth Road into Lane End - take the second right turn into Van Lane - look for signs |
Approx Distance | 22 miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
01483 208936 |
Parking | Ask about parking when you book your tour (see below) |
Website |
click here |
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Comment | Visits are only possible as part of a pre-booked tour and only on certain days. To book your tour phone 01483 208936. There are no toilets |
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What's There |
Many farm animals. Animal feeding. Heated indoor play barn. Picnic areas. Pedal go-cart. Duck pond. Sand and water play area. Bottle feeding |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Wooburn Common Rd, Wooburn Common, High Wycombe, Bucks. HP10 0LX |
From Fleet |
Take the M3 towards London - At M25 take left turn towards Heathrow - at junction 16 on the M25 take the left turn onto the M40 towards Oxford - At M40 junction 3 turn left onto the A4094 - at Woburn Green take the left turn onto Windsor Hill which will lead into Wooburn Common Rd - look for signs |
Approx Distance | 32 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
01628 520188 |
Parking |
free |
Website |
click here |
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oddsfarm@oddsfarm.co.uk |
Comment | Make sure you bring socks, long trousers and long-sleeved tops for children using the indoor playbarn |
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What's There |
Georgian Country Estate. Colourful formal gardens. Herbaceous borders. Roses and ornamental vegetables. Original Robert Adam summer house full of lemon trees and scented shrubs. Lake. Woodland walk. Farm shop. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Jersey Road, Isleworth, Middlesex TW7 4RB |
From Fleet |
Take M3 towards London leading into the A316 - keep on A316 - turn left into London Rd/Twickenham Rd A310 at R/B - keep going till you reach the A4 - turn left onto the A4 - turn right onto Thornbury Road - continue straight on into Jersey Road - look for signs |
Approx Distance | 31 Miles |
Sat Nav | Enter Jersey Rd and TW7 4RD |
Map Reference |
click here |
Tele Number |
020 8232 5050 |
Parking |
Pay and Display. 400 yards. |
Website |
click here |
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osterley@nationaltrust.org.uk |
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What's There |
Europe's largest collection of otters, owls and other wildlife, nature trails |
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Opening Times |
March
to December every day from 10am - 5.30pm |
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Prices |
see website | |
Address |
Deerleap Lane, Longdown, Ashurst, Southampton, SO40 4UH. |
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From Fleet |
Take M3 towards Southampton - M27 West - Exit 3 onto M271 towards Southampton Docks - Take right turn at R/B onto A 35 towards Lyndhurst - follow signs |
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Approx Distance | 50 Miles | |
Map Reference |
click here for map location Look for the old name "Nature Quest" |
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Tele Number |
023 80 292408 |
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Fax Number |
023 80 293367 |
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PAINSHILL PARK |
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What's There |
Landscape gardens, walks |
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Opening Times |
Open throughout the year including Bank Holidays (except
Christmas day) |
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Prices |
see website | |
Address |
Painshill Park
Trust Ltd |
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From Fleet |
Take M3 to M25 Junction - take M25 towards Leatherhead - Junction 10 A3 to towards Guildford - A245 junction towards Cobham - Entrance in Between Streets 200 metres east of A245/A307 R/B |
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Approx Distance | 26 Miles | |
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Tele Number |
01932 868113 |
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Fax Number |
01932 868001 |
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What's There |
Historic manor house dating from the Elizabethan era with rare art, gardens and 875 acre deer park. The house has a Great hall and Long Gallery. The garden consisyts of beautiful Pleasure Grounds, 4 acre Walled Garden, herbaceous borders, glasshouse, vegetable garden, orchard and a 1920's Wendy House. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Parham Park, Pulborough, West Sussex. RH20 4HS |
From Fleet |
Take the A31 Hogs Back towards Guildford - turn left to take the B3000 towards the A3 - turn right onto the A3 towards Portsmouth - look for a sign for the A283 towards Petworth - stay on the A283 and look for signs jut before Storrington. |
Approx Distance | 41 Miles |
Sat Nav | Use RH20 4HR post code |
Parking | Free |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
01903 742 021 |
Website |
click here |
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What's There |
Over 60 attractions and rides plus maze, birds, garden walks. Home top Peppa Pig World. New "Critter Creek". Lost Kingdom Dinosaur Theme Park World. |
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Opening Times |
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Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Paultons Park Ltd, Ower, nr. Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 6AL |
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From Fleet |
M3 towards Southampton - M27 West - Junction 2 take A36 towards Salisbury - look for signs |
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Approx Distance | 48 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
023 8081 4442 |
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Parking | free | |
Website |
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What's There |
Country House with 300 paintings, including Turner and Van Dyck, and 100 pieces of sculpture, Doric Temple, Ionic Rotunda, Fire Engine House. Large scale design by Capability Brown. |
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Address |
Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex. GU28 0AE
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From Fleet |
Take the A31 Hogs Back towards Guildford - turn left to take the B3000 towards the A3 - turn right onto the A3 towards Portsmouth - look for a sign for the A283 towards Petworth - follow the A283 all the way to Petworth |
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Approx Distance | 33 Miles | |
Sat Nav | use GU28 9LR | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01798 342207 |
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Parking |
For the House £4. For the park £3. 700 yards. |
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Video | Petworth Video |
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What's There |
Miniature Railway. |
Opening Times |
1.30 to 4pm on the third Sunday of the month from April to Oct |
Prices |
£1 per ride. Buy 5 6th one free. Under 3's free. |
Address |
Pinewood Leisure Centre, Old Wokingham Rd, West Berkshire. RG40 3AQ |
From Fleet |
Take the A3010 out of Fleet towards the A30 - at the A30 R/B go straight onto Cricket Hill towards Yateley - at R/B turn left onto the B3272 then first right onto Sandhurst Rd- continue into Yateley Rd - at the junction take the A321 High Street which will lead into Wokingham Rd - at the R/B turn right onto the B3430 - at 2nd R/B turn left onto Old Wokingham Rd - look for signs to turn left |
Approx Distance | 24 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
97599 969579 |
Parking |
free |
Website |
click here |
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secretary@pinewoodrailway.co.uk |
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What's There |
Formal Gardens, Historic House, Landscape Walks, Squirrels Corner adventure play area. |
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Address |
Nr Dorking, Surrey. RH5 6BD |
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From Fleet |
Take the A31 to Guildford, then A25, A246 to Leatherhead. Look out for signs. |
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Approx Distance | 31 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01372 452048 |
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Parking |
pay and display. 200 yards |
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Website |
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Video | polesden lacey video |
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What's There |
The Royal Navy Past, Present and Future, the Mary Rose, HMS Victory, Royal Navy Museum, Historic Boat Workshop, Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower (off site), HMS Alliance (off site), Royal Marines Museum. |
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Opening Times |
See Website |
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Prices |
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Address |
Visitors Centre, Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouith, Hampshire. PO1 3lJ |
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From Fleet |
Take the M3 towards Southampton - left onto the M27 towards Portsmouth - pick up the A3(M) to Portsmouth - continue on Queens St to the Dockyard |
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Approx Distance | 45 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
023 9283 9766 (opt 1) |
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Parking | click here for park and ride details | |
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What's There |
Hundreds of sculptures in woodlands, arboretum, water gardens, wonderful views of the Surrey countryside. No toilets or restaurant. Can use the pub opposite. |
Opening Times |
Mon to Sun 10am - 5pm |
Prices |
Adults £10. Concessions £5 |
Address |
Jumps Road, Churt, Farnham, Surrey. GU10 2LH |
From Fleet |
Take the A323 towards Aldershot - turn right onto the A325 by-pass - after three large r/b's turn right onto the A31 Farnham bypass - take the first left onto Station Rd - turn right onto the Tilford Road - stay on the Tilford Road towards Tilford - after Rushmoor look for a right turn onto Jumps Rd - the park is on the right opposite a pub |
Approx Distance | 13 Miles |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01428 605453 |
Parking |
Parking is very limited but free. Try to park in the pubs parking area if possible. |
Website |
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Video | click here |
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RUNNYMEDE (National Trust) |
What's There |
Riverside site of the sealing of the Magna Carta. Magna Carta Memorial. Kennedy Memorial. Commonwealth Forces Memorial. Fairhaven Memorial Lodges |
Opening Times |
see website |
Prices |
free |
Address |
Windsor Rd, Nr Old Windsor, Surrey. SL4 2JL |
From Fleet |
M3 towards London - M25 clockwise - junction 13 left onto the A308 - look for signs off the A308 |
Approx Distance | 23 Miles |
Sat Nav | TW20 0AE |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial Veiw | click here |
Tele Number |
01784 432891 |
Parking |
pay and display. Free for NT members. |
Website |
click here |
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Comment | Why Not Take a Thames Boat Trip after you have seen Runnymede |
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What's There |
Country house museum, 10 acres of field, woodland and barns, Old Kiln light railway, children's play area, arboretum, animals. Many activity days through the year. see website. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
The Reeds Road, Tilford, Farnham, Surrey. GU10 2DL |
From Fleet |
Take A323 to A325 - at large R/B's Take A31 Farnham Bypass - left onto the A287 at lights - at Millbridge turn left onto The Reeds Rd - after a while look for left turn into the centre. |
Approx Distance | 11 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Tele Number |
01252 795571 |
Parking |
free |
Website |
www.rural-life.org.uk/ |
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info@rural-life.org.uk |
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What's There |
Britains tallest spire. Home to the Magna Carta with special exhibition. Climb the 332 steps to the foot of the spire. Wonderful views over Salisbury. Medieval working clock. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here (This cost is a voluntary donation) |
Address |
Wyndham House, 65 The Close, Salisbury. SP1 2EN |
From Fleet |
Take the M3 towards Basingstoke - just after Basingstoke follow the A303 turnoff - after Stonehenge turn left onto the A360 towards Salisbury - follow signs to the City Centre or look for Park and Ride |
Approx Distance | 55 miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
017222555120 |
Parking |
No dedicated parking. Follow local parking signs within the city or use park and ride. |
Website |
click here |
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visitors@salcath.co.uk |
Comment | Book your Tower tour in advance. Slightly more than an hour's drive but a straightforward route. |
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SANDHAM MEMORIAL CHAPEL (National Trust) |
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What's There |
Paintings (best seen on a bright day), views across Watership Down, orchards and gardens |
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Opening Times |
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Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Burghclere, Nr Newbury, RG20 9JT |
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From Fleet |
M3 to junction 6 - A33 towards Reading - A339 towards KingsClere - left onto A34 - look for signs |
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Approx Distance | 33 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01625 278394 |
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Parking | No onsite parking. Park in village car park 0.5 miles away or on street opposite chpel entrance. | |
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SAVILL GARDEN WINDSOR GREAT PARK |
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What's There |
All Year Round Garden, Plant Centre |
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Opening Times |
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Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Savill Garden, Accessed via Wick Lane, Englefield Green, Egham, Surrey. TW20 0UU . |
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From Fleet |
M3 towards London - Junction3 - A30 - Look for signposts to Windsor Great Park/Savill Gardens on A30 |
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Approx Distance | 18 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01753 847518 |
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Parking |
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Website |
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What's There |
18th-Century watermill with well preserved machinery. The mill is not working. Guided tours |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Shalford, near Guildford, Surrey. GU4 8BS |
From Fleet |
Take the Hoggsback to Guildford - go into Guildford on the Farnham Road - In Guildford follow signs for the A281 - take the left turn opposite the seahorse restaurant - look for signs |
Approx Distance | 18 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Tele Number |
014883 561389 |
Parking |
Available in the village. Disabled parking on site. Parking also available at weekends at the "Blue Sky" forecourt which is on the left just before the Seahorse Restaurant. |
Website |
click here |
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shalfordmill@nationaltrust.org.uk |
Comment | There are no toilets on site |
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What's There |
110 metre high tower, 4M per second lift to the top or 570 steps, wonderful views over the dockland and Portsmouth. Spy walk glass floor |
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Opening Times |
1st Jan to 23 Dec. 10am to 6.00 |
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Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouith, Hampshire. PO1 3TT |
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From Fleet |
Take M3 towards Southampton - Left onto the M27 towards Portsmouth - pick up the A3(M) to Portsmouth - continue on Queens St to the Tower |
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Approx Distance | 45 Miles | |
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Tele Number |
023 9285 7520 |
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What's There |
Woodland garden on a slope overlooking the River Lymington, nursery |
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Opening Times |
see website |
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Prices |
see website | |
Address |
School Lane, Boldre, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 5QE |
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From Fleet |
Take M3 towards Southampton - M27 West - at junction 1 take A337 towards Lymington - look for signs between Brockenhurst and Lymington |
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Approx Distance | 62 Miles | |
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Tele Number |
07545 432090 |
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What's There |
Follies, Ornamental Farm, Glasshouses, 1,000 Acres of Landscaped Countryside, Menagerie of Animals and Plants, Farm Animals, Children's Trail and Play Area |
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Opening Times |
April - Oct: Daily from 10.00 - 5.00 |
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Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Middle Park Way, Havant, Hampshire. PO9 5HB |
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From Fleet |
Take A287 from Farnham to Hindhead - turn right onto A3 towards Petersfield - keep on A3 to Horndean then take B3129 towards Havent - look for signs midway between Horndean & Havant |
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Approx Distance | 37 Miles | |
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Tele Number |
02392 453405 |
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Fax Number |
02392 498156 |
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What's There |
Large lake, temples, pantheon, family garden, grotto, gothic cottage, games on the lawn (in summer), waterwheel, art gallery, Inn, church, ice house, walled garden, many beautiful trees. | |
Opening Times |
click here | |
Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Nr Mere, Wiltshire, BA12 6QF | |
From Fleet |
Take M3 towards Basingstoke - leave at junction 8 - take A303 towards Exeter - turn right onto B3092 near Mere - look for brown signs | |
Approx Distance | 80 miles | |
Map Reference |
click here | |
Aerial View | click here | |
Tele Number |
01747 841152 | |
Perking |
free | |
Website |
click here | |
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stourhead@nationaltrust.org.uk | |
Video | Stourhead in the Autumn | |
Comment | Although Stourhead is a long way from Fleet it is included because it is a very easy route to take and is well worth the journey. Especially in Autumn. see video | |
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What's There |
Historic House and Chapel. Farm Shop. Light Railway. Garden Centre. Pottery Studio. Maze. Walled Gardens. Arboretum. Children's Play Area. | |
Opening Times |
click here | |
Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Stansted Park Foundation, Stansted Park, Rowlands Castle, Hampshire. PO9 6DX | |
From Fleet |
Take the Hogsback towards Guildford - follow turn off for the A3 - follow signs to the A3 - follow A3 towards Hindhead - when the A3 turns into the M3 look for and follow brown signs | |
Approx Distance | 41 Miles | |
Map Reference |
click here | |
Aerial View | click here | |
Tele Number |
023 9241 2265 | |
Website |
click here | |
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tudor.house@southamton.gov.uk | |
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What's There |
The house was the home of the Duke of Northumberland. Gardens and Arboretum. GHreat Conservatory. Unique tidal water meadows. | |
Opening Times |
click here | |
Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Syon Park, Brentford, Middlesex. TW8 8JF | |
From Fleet |
Take M3 towards London leading into the A316 - keep on A316 - turn left into London Rd/Twickenham Rd A310 at R/B - turn right onto A315 - Syon Park is on the right - look for signs | |
Approx Distance | 31 Miles | |
Map Reference |
click here for map location | |
Tele Number |
020 8560 7272 | |
Fax Number |
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Website |
click here | |
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click here to use site email form | |
Comment | Can be visited with The London Butterfly House | |
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THE HOMELAND (National Trust) |
What's There |
Extraordinary early 20th century country villa. A masterpiece of Modernist design. Picturesque woodland garden. Designed by the architect Patrick Gwynne and completed in the summer of 1938. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Portsmouth Road, Esher, Surrey. KT10 9JL |
From Fleet |
Hogsback to Guildford - pick up the A3, keep on the A3 until the r/b just before Esher - turn left at this f/b towards Esher onto the A244 - at Esher take left onto the A307 - look for signs to Claremont Landscape Garden (Tickets for The Homeland are only available from Claremont Garden) |
Approx Distance | 28 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Sat Nav | Use KT10 9JG (Claremont Garden Postcode) |
Parking | Local free parking is available |
Tele Number |
01372 476424 |
Website |
click here |
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thehomewood@nationaltrust.org.uk |
Comment | Entry only by pre-booked guided tour. Ring above number to book. Toilets only available at Claremont Garden. |
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What's There |
Rainforest and Zoological Garden |
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Opening Times |
Every
day except Christmas day and Boxing Day from 10am to 5.15pm |
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Prices |
see website | |
Address |
The Living Rainforest, Hampstead Norreys, Nr Newbury, Berkshire. RG18 0TN |
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From Fleet |
M4 Junction 13 - follow signposts |
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Approx Distance | 30 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01635 202444 |
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Fax Number |
01635 202440 |
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Website |
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What's There |
A covered garden set amongst ponds and water cascades with over 1.000 free flying butterflies, colourful birds and bizarre insects. |
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Opening Times |
Daily
from: |
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Prices |
see website | |
Address |
Syon Park, Brentford, Middlesex. TW8 8JF |
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From Fleet |
Take M3 towards London leading into the A316 - keep on A316 - turn left into London Rd/Twickenham Rd A310 at R/B - turn right onto A315 - Syon Park is on the right - look for signs |
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Approx Distance | 31 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
020 8560 7272 |
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Website |
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Comment | Can be visited with Syon Park and House |
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THE VYNE (National Trust) |
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What's There |
Country House Mansion and Gardens with Lakeside and Woodland Walks |
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Opening Times |
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Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Sherborne St John, Basingstoke, Hampshire. RG24 9HL |
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From Fleet |
M3 towards Basingstoke - A339 - A340 - look for signs |
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Approx Distance | 21 Miles | |
Sat Nav | Not reliable use instructions above. | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01256 881337 |
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Parking |
free |
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Website |
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What's There |
Tudor Gatehouse and Medieval Church now a Ruin |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Hampshire, PO15 5RA |
Sat Nav | Latitude: 50.856351 - Longitude: -1.229445 |
From Fleet |
Take M3 towards Southampton - Left onto the M27 towards Portsmouth - at junction 9 right onto the A27 -at the R/B left onto Southampton Rd - follow the Southampton Rd to Catisfield - at Tichfield Mill turn left onto Mill Lane - look for signs on left |
Approx Distance | 54 Miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
0370 333 1181 |
Parking |
Not Known |
Website |
click here |
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What's There |
Lakes, Various Animals and Birds, Angling, Kiddies Rides, Lake Walks also Little Angels /Jakes Playworld |
Opening Times |
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Prices |
click here |
Address |
Yateley Rd, Sandhurst, Berks. |
From Fleet |
Take B3013 out of Fleet - cross the A30 towards Yateley - left at T junction onto A327 - first right - Trilakes is a little way on the right |
Approx Distance | 7 Miles |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01252 871007 |
Parking |
free |
Website |
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Comment | free Wi Fi |
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What's There |
1400's House set in Southampton's Old Town. Craft activities. Play old games. Mini beadst garden trail. Trails and activity sheets. Object handling. Try replica costumes.Fiolm and light show. Tudor knot gargen. WW2 air raid shelter | |
Opening Times |
click here | |
Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Bugle Street, Old Town, Southampton, SO14 2AD | |
From Fleet |
Take the M3 towards Southampton - at the end of M3 turn right onto M27 - at large r/b turn left onto the M271 - at the end of the M271 turn left onto the A 33 Redbridge Road - follow the A33 towards the docks - after r/b turn left onto Bugle Street - Tudor House is on the right along Bugle Street - look for signs | |
Approx Distance | 50 Miles | |
Map Reference |
click here | |
Tele Number |
023 8083 4242 | |
Parking |
Look for local parking signs around the house | |
Website |
click here | |
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tudor.house@southampton.gov.uk | |
Comment | Price includes free audio tour |
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UPPARK HOUSE (National Trust) |
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What's There |
Late 17th -century House with garden plus restoration exhibition and woodland walks. Garden Plan written in Capability Brown's hand. |
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Opening Times |
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Prices |
click here | |
Address |
South Harting, Petersfield. GU31 5QR |
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From Fleet |
Take the A325 or A 287 from Farnham to the A3. Turn right on the A3 towards Petersfield. From Petersfield pick up the B2146 towards South Harting. After South Harting staying on the B2141 look for signs. The house will be on the left. |
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Approx Distance | 32 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01730 825415 |
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Parking |
free. 300 yards |
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What's There |
Wonderful walks around lake and through woodlands. 100ft Totem Pole. Punch bowl with rhododendrons and azaleas during season. Picnic areas. Duck Pond. Ancient monuments. Cascade waterfall. |
Opening Times |
7.45am (or dawn if later) to 7pm (or dusk if earlier) |
Prices |
free |
Address |
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From Fleet |
Take M3 to Junction 3 - Left onto the A322 - follow signs to A30 London - Fiollow the A30 until you see the entrance on the left. |
Approx Distance | 35 miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial View | click here |
Tele Number |
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Parking |
Paid parking available on the
site. Click
here for charges Look for free bays on left before the park entrance opposite Wentworth Golf Course. 10 min walk to park entrance. |
Website |
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What's There |
Steam railway between from Alresford and Alton, Visitor Centre and Museum |
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Opening Times |
Steam train services operate on
Sundays in February, and on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays from
March until the end of October. In addition trains run during weekdays
in high season, May - September. |
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Prices |
click here | |
Address |
The Railway Station, Alresford, Hants. SO24 9JG |
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From Fleet |
Take A31 from Farnham and follow signs to Alton or Alresford stations |
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Approx Distance | 26 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01962 733810 Talking Timetable 01962 734866 |
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Parking |
pay and display |
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Website |
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click here to use site form |
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Video | WW2 Steam Day | |
Comment | Check the website for special themed days. | |
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What's There |
Art Galleries and studios, collections of paintings and sculptures and pottery, exhibitions, guided tours, stunning views of the North Downs, artists village, unique chapel. Picnics | |
Opening Times |
click here | |
Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Down Lane, Compton, Surry. GU13 1DQ | |
From Fleet |
Take the A31 Hoggs Back towards Guildford - at the end of the Hoggs Back stay on the A31 going towards Guildford - turn right onto Downs Rd - look for left turn into Watts Gallery or sign | |
Approx Distance | 15 miles | |
Map Reference |
click here | |
Aerial View | click here | |
Tele Number |
01483 810235 | |
Parking |
Free | |
Website |
click here | |
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info@wattsgallery.org.uk | |
Comment | Half price on Tuesdays. All tickets £4.75 | |
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What's There |
Over 45 rescued historic buildings including a medieval farmstead, working Tudor kitchen, working 17th century watermill, period gardens and farm animals. |
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Opening Times |
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Prices |
see website | |
Address |
Singleton, Chichester, PO18 0EU |
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From Fleet |
A3 Petersfield - A272 Midhurst - off the A286 to Chichester |
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Approx Distance | 32 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01243 811348 |
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Website |
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What's There |
Adventure play areas, toddler’s area, sand pits, slides, miniature railway, crazy golf and an assortment of play equipment to climb through and jump on, 4 nature trails. Opening later this year our animal corner and nature trail maze |
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Opening Times |
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Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Riseley, Nr Reading, Berkshire. RG7 1SP |
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From Fleet |
Take A323 to Hartley Wintney - left at r/b then right at r/b towards Reading on B3011 then follow signs |
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Approx Distance | 10 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
0118 932 6444 |
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Parking | free | |
Website |
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WEST GREEN HOUSE GARDENS (National Trust) |
What's There |
Gardens with fruit cages and potagers, monuments, water garden and lake. |
Opening Times |
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Prices |
click here |
Address |
Thackhams Lane, West Green, Hartly Wintney, Hampshire RG27 8JB |
From Fleet |
take A323 towards Hartly Wintney left onto A30, look for signs |
Approx Distance | 6 Miles |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01252 844611 |
Parking |
free. On site |
Website |
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Comment | Wonderful allium's and tulips in Spring |
Video | The gardens in Spring |
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What's There |
Working Museum, Water Wheel, Silk Weaving |
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Opening Times |
All year except Christmas week (24 December to 2
January) Tuesday to Sunday from 10.30am to 5.00pm Last admission at 4.15 pm Also open Bank Holiday Mondays |
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Prices |
see website | |
Address |
28 Winchester Street, Whitchurch, Hampshire. RG28 7AL |
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From Fleet |
Take M3 towards Basingstoke - Leave at junction 8 onto the A303 - Take A34 towards Newbury - Follow signs on A34 |
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Approx Distance | 33 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01256 892065 |
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Fax Number |
01256 893882 |
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Website |
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What's There |
Vineyard, Winery, Nature Reserve, Tasting Room, Audio Tours |
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Opening Times |
Every day including bank holidays |
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Prices |
see website | |
Address |
Botley Rd, Shedfield, Hampshire. SO32 2HL |
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From Fleet |
M3 towards Southampton - M27 towards Portsmouth - Exit 7 take A334 towards Botley - Vineyard on the A334 halfway between Botley and Wickham |
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Approx Distance | 50 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01329 834042 |
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Fax Number |
01329 834908 |
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Website |
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What's There |
Treetop adventure, ropes and zipwire courses with bridges. Three different adventures. For 6 year old up to adult. Should be pre-booked. click here to book | |
Opening Times |
click here | |
Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Peakcock Wood, Lido Road, Stoke Park, Guildford Surrey | |
From Fleet |
Take the Hogs Back towards Guildford - take the A3 towards Guildford - turn left to the R/B just before the A3 flyover - follow the A25 signs - at the large R/B take the right turn onto Stoke Road - next R/B turn left onto Lido Rd - Wild Wood is at the end of the road - look for signs. | |
Approx Distance | 17 Miles | |
Map Reference |
click here | |
Tele Number |
0844 8800026 | |
Parking |
free in the car park | |
Website |
click here | |
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info@wildwood-adventure.com | |
Comment | Ensure that you book before going. | |
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What's There |
Cathedral Tours, Crypt, Tower Tours, 800 year old bible, Jane Austen's grave | |
Opening Times |
click here | |
Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Cathedral Office, 9 The Close,. Winchester, Hampshire. SO23 9LS | |
From Fleet |
Take the M3 towards Basingstoke - leave the M3 at junction junction - leave the R/B onto Easton Lane - follow signs to Winchester Town Centre. | |
Approx Distance | 36 miles | |
Map Reference |
click here | |
Aerial view | click here | |
Tele Number |
01962 857200 | |
Parking |
No onsite parking. Use local public parking. | |
Website |
click here | |
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click here and scroll down to email tab |
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What's There |
A rare surviving example of an urban working corn mill, powered by the River Itchen which can be seen under the mill. Hands on activities and audio-visual displays. | |
Opening Times |
click here | |
Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Bridge Stree, Winchester, Hampshire. SO23 0EJ | |
From Fleet |
M3 towards Winchester - leave at junction 9 taking the Easton Lane which goes straight into Wales Street - Wales Street goes into Water Lane - look for signs | |
Approx Distance | 34 Miles | |
Map Reference |
click here | |
Tele Number |
01962 870057 | |
Website |
click here | |
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winchestercitymill@nationaltrust.org.uk |
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What's There |
100's of hands on exhibits. Planetarium with many special shows. Outdoor playcentres for old and youg children. Indoor and outside picnic areas. |
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Opening Times |
see website |
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Prices |
see website | |
Address |
Telegraph Way, Winchester, Hampshire. SO21 1HZ |
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From Fleet |
Take M3 to Winchester - at exit 9 take the A272 - at next r/b take A31 Petersfield Rd - at r/b take the a left onto Telegraph Way -keeping on Telegraph Way look for signs |
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Approx Distance | 36 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01962 86379 |
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Parking |
free - lots of spaces |
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Website |
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Video | click here to see what you can do |
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WINKWORTH ARBORETUM (National Trust) |
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What's There |
1000 Different shrubs and trees, woodland walks, large lake, hosts of bluebells in Spring, azaleas and rhododendrons in season. |
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Opening Times |
see website |
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Prices |
see website | |
Address |
Hascombe Rd, Godalming, Surrey. GU8 4AD |
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From Fleet |
Take the Hogsback towards Guildford - left turn onto the B3000 signposted to Godalming - stay on the B3000 until you see the sign for Godalming at the A3100 r/b - at Godalming turn right onto the B2130 - look for sign to the Arboretum |
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Approx Distance | 19 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
01483 208477 |
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Parking |
free. 100 yards |
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Website |
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Video | click here |
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WINDSOR CASTLE |
What's There |
Home to the Queeen with more than 800 years of history. State apartments, state rooms, Queen Mary's Dolls House, Royal Collection of Arts. |
Opening Times |
click here |
Prices |
click here |
Address |
Windor Castle, Windsor. SL4 1NJ |
From Fleet |
Take the M3 towards London - leave at junction 3 - take the A322 towards Ascot - on the Bracknell Rd at the at large r/b take the A332 towards Ascot - keep on the A332 until you get near Windsor - you will join into the B3022 - at this point you will need to look for parking then walk to the castle area. |
Approx Distance | 22 miles |
Map Reference |
click here |
Aerial Viewl | click here |
Tele Number |
click here |
Parking |
Use local car parks |
Website |
click here |
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click here for online contact information |
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What's There |
172 acres of gardens, Food Hall, Plant Centre, Exotic Glasshouse |
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Opening Times |
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Prices |
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Address |
RHS Garden Centre, Woking, Surrey. GU23 6QB |
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From Fleet |
Take M3 then M25 towards Gatwick, At junction 10 with the A3 look for brown signs to Wisley |
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Approx Distance | 27 Miles | |
Map Reference |
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Tele Number |
0845 260 9000 |
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Fax Number |
N/A |
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Website |
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What's There |
Elegant garden rooms and meticulous borders merging with a wooden landscape. Nestling alongside the River Rother. | |
Opening Times |
click here | |
Prices |
click here | |
Address |
Midhurst, West Sussex, GU29 9RR | |
From Fleet |
Take the A31 Hogs Back towards Guildford - turn left to take the B3000 towards the A3 - turn right onto the A3 towards Portsmouth - at Petersfield follow signs to A272 - take A272 to Midhurst - At Midhurst turn right onto Bepton Rd - look for Grange Centre car park were you can pick up the buses to the gardens | |
Sat Nav | GU29 9HD For car park in Midhurst | |
Approx Distance | 35 Miles | |
Map Reference |
click here | |
Aerial View | click here | |
Tele Number |
03442491895 | |
Fax Number |
N/A | |
Website |
click here | |
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woolbedinggardens@nationaltrust.org.uk | |
NOTE | All tickets must be pre-booked in advanced. Park and Ride from Midhurst to the Gardens. Park in the Grange Centre car park in Midhurst. |