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Hampshire

A former Tudor ‘power house’ visited by Henry VIII, a 1930s country retreat and famous rose garden, a Georgian mansion with panoramic views, and an ancient working watermill in the heart of a city. These are yours to discover in Hampshire, together with acres of wildlife-rich downland, crystal-clear chalk streams, and ancient New Forest heaths.

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Top places to visit in Hampshire

Garden with river in foreground and house in background in winter, Mottisfont, Hampshire
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Mottisfont 

Once a medieval priory, today you’ll find a romantic house with 1930s interiors and an art gallery, nestled in beautiful riverside gardens.

near Romsey, Hampshire

Partially open today
North facade of mansion in winter with lawn and lake with swan in foreground, The Vyne, Hampshire
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The Vyne 

Explore a former Tudor powerhouse turned 18th-century family home, set in formal gardens, with walks to woodlands and wildlife-rich wetlands.

Basingstoke, Hampshire

Partially open today
The house at Hinton Ampner, Hampshire, with stone steps leading up to it from a lawn, with topiary trees on either side
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Hinton Ampner 

An elegant country house with exquisite collections, and picturesque gardens surrounded by an estate that’s perfect for walks.

near Alresford, Hampshire

Partially open today
Footpath and river with exterior of mill in background, Winchester City Mill, Hampshire
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Winchester City Mill 

An ancient working watermill in the heart of the city, with visiting otters, an island garden, and cosy indoor and outdoor café.

Winchester, Hampshire

Fully open today
View from the orchard at Sandham Memorial Chapel, Hampshire in summer
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Sandham Memorial Chapel 

20th-century chapel and garden in a peaceful Hampshire village that houses an unexpected treasure – an epic series of wall paintings by world-famous war artist Sir Stanley Spencer.

near Newbury, Hampshire

Closed now
Horse grazing at Rockford Common in winter in the New Forest, Hampshire
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New Forest Commons 

A colourful mosaic of blooming heather and gorse, braided wetlands and ancient woodland pasture

Hampshire

Panoramic view over Stockbridge Down with path running down the hill to fields, Hampshire
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Stockbridge Down 

Chalk downland with far-reaching views, a variety of wildlife and archaeological features

near Stockbridge, Hampshire

The Pooch Passport returns

Close-up view of a brown and white dog, held on a lead, with fallen leaves on the ground, at Clent Hills, Worcestershire
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Pooch Passport 

Our popular Pooch Passport is back! Collect stamps in your Passport when visiting participating properties with your dog. Once you’ve picked up six different property stamps your dog will receive a bag of tasty treats from our partners at Forthglade. If you collect 12 different stamps your dog will receive a stylish dog snood. Discover dog-friendly places to explore together.

Planning your visit to Hampshire places

A family walking by water in the springtime at Mottisfont, Hampshire.
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Sustainable travel in Hampshire 

There are a number of sustainable travel options for travelling to and from the places in our care in Hampshire, whether you're looking to travel by train, bus, bike or foot.

Find your local Hampshire supporter group

An image of a person pushing a wheelbarrow and another person holding a spade
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Supporter groups in Hampshire 

Find out how to join a supporter group near you. There are several supporter groups located throughout Hampshire, and their members have access to a range of benefits including special interest talks, volunteering opportunities, fun social events and organised day trips to properties around the country.

Upcoming events

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Pooch Passport 

Hinton Ampner, near Alresford, Hampshire

Explore more with your four-legged friends! In partnership with Forthglade, visit Hinton Ampner and other participating properties to collect 6 stamps on your free pooch passport to receive a treat.

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23 Jan to 28 Feb 2025
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10:00 to 16:00
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House Deep Clean 

Mottisfont, near Romsey, Hampshire

In the depths of winter our house team is carrying out a ‘deep clean’ on a grand scale. After an initial condition inspection to check for deterioration including signs of pests like carpet beetle and moth, staff shin up scaffold towers to ever...

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25 Jan to 15 Feb 2025
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11:00 to 13:00
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Women artists in the Derek Hill collection 

Mottisfont, near Romsey, Hampshire

To mark the launch of a fascinating new book Women Artists and Designers at the National Trust, Mottisfont is shining a spotlight on four important works from its own collection, by influential female artists, Vanessa Bell and Gwen John, Barbara...

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25 Jan to 2 Nov 2025
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11:00 to 15:30
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Three Victorian Travellers 

Mottisfont, near Romsey, Hampshire

Step into a world of art and adventure in this captivating exhibition, featuring over 80 original artworks by three extraordinary Victorian watercolourists, Albert Goodwin, Hercules Brabazon Brabazon and Walter Tyndale who were also passionate...

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25 Jan to 20 Apr 2025
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11:00 to 16:00
+ 85 other dates or times
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Turn the Quern! Family Activity 

Winchester City Mill, Winchester, Hampshire

Join us for family quern demonstrations and learn all about milling and how we make flour!

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25 Jan to 1 Mar 2025
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11:30 to 12:30
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Winchester City Mill Walk and Talk Tour 

Winchester City Mill, Winchester, Hampshire

A guided ‘walk and talk’ tour presenting the most interesting features of Winchester City Mill.

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26 Jan to 29 Mar 2025
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11:30 to 12:00
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Treasured Collections at Hinton Ampner 

Hinton Ampner, near Alresford, Hampshire

This spotlight display at Hinton Ampner will showcase the rich variety of pieces Ralph Dutton treasured which are comparable with international museum collections.

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1 Feb to 1 Jun 2025
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11:00 to 15:30
+ 120 other dates or times
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Winter nature spotter trail 

The Vyne, Basingstoke, Hampshire

Sat 15 - Sun 23 Feb 10am-4pm: This February half-term, young families can keep their eyes peeled for nature-themed trail points in The Vyne's gardens.

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15 Feb to 23 Feb 2025
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10:00 to 16:00
+ 8 other dates or times
Three adults walking on the grass with a body of water behind them, looking and taking to each other, walking in the 18th-century 'Capability' Brown designed garden at Petworth, West Sussex

Where will you visit next?

Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.