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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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

Frost covered grass path lined by topiary and box hedging in winter, with church and trees behind, Hinton Ampner, garden, Hampshire

Gardens and parks in Hampshire

View of the south facade in winter, with gateway, drive and lawn in foreground, The Vyne, Hampshire

Houses and buildings in Hampshire

Winding path through winter bracken and heathland on Ibsley Common, New Forest, Hampshire

Countryside and woodland in Hampshire

A walker at Rockford Common in winter, New Forest Northern Commons, Hampshire

Walking in Hampshire

Two children playing between trees in the garden in winter, Mottisfont, Hampshire

Family-friendly places in Hampshire

A light-coloured dog runs towards the camera, with its owners standing behind, with grassy hills and woodland, in the summer, at Bramshaw Commons and Foxbury, Hampshire

Dog-friendly places in Hampshire

A woman in a pink jumper, eating a sandwich, feeds a toddler in a chunky knit cardigan, sitting in a wooden high chair in a café

Places to eat in Hampshire

Volunteers making charcoal at Mottisfont, Hampshire

Volunteering in Hampshire

Watercolour painting of The Citadel, Cairo by Albert Goodwin RWS RWA (1845-1932)

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Three Victorian Travellers exhibition at Mottisfont

25 January to 20 April: Step into a nineteenth-century world of art and adventure in this captivating exhibition at the National Trust’s Mottisfont in Hampshire. Featuring over 80 original artworks by three extraordinary Victorian watercolourists it brings together lost worlds from the vast continents of Europe, Africa and Asia, from bustling markets to ancient cities.

Oval ceramic lid with figures of children in high relief supporting a crown, and heavily gilded

Treasured Collections at Hinton Ampner

Hinton Ampner reveals ‘Treasured Collections – Family Memories’. This display lifts the lid on some of the treasured family heirlooms of former owner Ralph Dutton, and their personal stories. Look out for the exquisitely decorated Meissen porcelain trinket box that belonged to Ralph's grandmother Lavinia Dutton. 1 February to 1 June.

A contemporary oil painting of flowers in purple, mauve, pale orange against a pale green and blue backdrop with gilded pictureframe showing on left and right

Women artists at Mottisfont

Mottisfont is shining a light on four collection artworks by fascinating female artists at the centre of 20th century avant-garden art. Some, such as Vanessa Bell, had Mottisfont connections. The display marks the launch of a beautifully illustrated new book Women Artists and Designers at the National Trust. 25 Jan to 2 Nov.

A low angle image of a clump of snowdrops growing in grassy. earthy ground with the house almost visible in the distance

Snowdrop displays in Hampshire

Displays of snowdrops litter the grounds at Mottisfont - look out for them on the snowdrop walk along the garden’s waterways. Then stroll up to the Beech Circle, past a magnificent 3m high willow snowdrop sculpture, to find snowdrop poetry by the likes of Tennyson and Wordsworth. There are smaller uplifting snowdrop displays in the wild garden at The Vyne.

Rutted rack through arable field in winter with trees and hedges in background, Hinton Ampner, Hampshire

Top winter walks in Hampshire

Your Hampshire places are surrounded by beautiful walking routes to tempt you out this winter. Morning sunlight on your eyes stimulates serotonin production, a feel-good chemical impacting mood and focus. You’ll feel your spirits lift, whether it’s a gentle stroll through The Vyne’s woods, or a longer stomp taking in glorious views across the Hinton Ampner estate.

Wherever you visit us in Hampshire, you’ll find family adventures big and small, from natural play areas to acres of gardens, meadows and woods where kids can safely roam and let off steam.

Two children walk down a path surrounded by daffodils doing the Easter trail at Osterley Park and House, West London

Easter egg hunts in Hampshire

The Easter holidays will be upon us before we know it, but don’t worry, we’ve got Easter family adventures across the county, and each one is different. Grab a pair of bunny ears and set out on an activity-packed Easter egg hunt at Mottisfont, Hinton Ampner and The Vyne.

Small child in orange winter coat and yellow and blue woollen hat walks in front of parents on grass path fringed by yew topiary in winter, Hinton Ampner, Hampshire

More family fun in Hampshire

Our shorter self-guided trails are perfect for bug safaris. There are Wild Play balancing beams, wetland bird hides, and when it’s come to come indoors, mini lunches, café colouring sheets, and plenty of hot chocolate for chilly days.

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.

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.

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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.

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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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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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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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Mini Adventures at Mottisfont: Nature Hedgehogs

Mottisfont, near Romsey, Hampshire

Join us for a fun, hands-on-activity where children can create their very own hedgehog out of salt dough and natural materials.

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Friendships from a Forgotten Front

Sandham Memorial Chapel, near Newbury, Hampshire

A new display in association with the Salonika Campaign Society looks at the moving connection between animal and human companionship. Find out how men on the Macedonian front line coped with everyday life on this forgotten front.