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Calshot Castle

Pause video. Pause video. Calshot Castle. Step back in time. Calshot Castle was built by Henry VIII as an artillery fort in 1539, as part of his chain of defences along the English south coast. As Henry VIII began closing Catholic monasteries across

Hannington For Down

Hannington For Down. Route distance. 2.5 miles. Start point. Village Green. Download the route. Hannington For Down walk. A short history of Hannington. The Village. Hannington is recorded as a settlement in 899AD, and is listed in the Domesday

What our instructors are up to this summer – part 2

We spoke to Doug, Senior Instructor at Calshot, about his recent sailing trip.

Information for parents

We've laid out all you need to know to help you and your child prepare for their time away from home with school here at Hampshire Outdoor Centres.

Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Purple'

Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Purple'. Fagus sylvatica 'Dawyck Purple'. The tallest example of it's type in the country. This stunning fastigiate (upright growing) purple/red beech is a champion tree in the Gardens. The tallest example of it's type in the

Why are trees important and what is an arboretum?

Why are trees important and what is an arboretum? read ( words). Oct 15 2021. Why are trees important? Trees are great to sit under on hot summer days or for sheltering from rain in the winter, but they play a big role in keeping the planet going too

Celebrate your wedding day at Lepe Country Park

Celebrate your wedding day at Lepe Country Park. Celebrate at. Lepe Country Park. With over a mile of shingle shoreline, pine-fringed cliffs, tranquil woods and wildflower meadows, Lepe Country Park is a scenic spot to celebrate your wedding. Enjoy

Kingsley Farm trail

Kingsley Farm trail. Route distance. 2 miles. Start point. Country Market. Download the route. Kingsley Farm Trail walk. A short history of Kingsley Parish. The parish of Kingsley stretches from Frith End and Alice Holt Forest in the north-east to

Shipwrights Way - Bentley Rail Station to Alice Holt Forest

Shipwrights Way - Bentley Rail Station to Alice Holt Forest. Route distance. 2 miles. Start point. Bentley Rail Station. Download the route. Bently Station to Alice Holt walk. A short history of The Shipwrights Way. The Shipwrights Way is a

Become a member at Manor Farm

Become a member at Manor Farm and enjoy unlimited visits for a whole year.

Selborne walk

Selborne walk. Route distance. 3 miles. Start point. Selborne Arms. Downloads. Brief details of the walk. From the locally renowned hangers (steep sided wooded valleys), to fantastic secluded pubs, to mile upon mile of footpath, bridleway and byway,

Solent Way - Hythe to Hamble

Solent Way - Hythe to Hamble. Route distance. 7 miles - 2 to 3 hours. Start point. Hythe. Download the route. A short history of the Solent Way. The Solent Way is a 60-mile long-distance coastal walking route from the seaside town of Milford-on-Sea

Parking at River Hamble Country Park

Parking information and charges for River Hamble Country Park

Horse riding

Horse riding in Hampshire's countryside

Corporate team days

We offer bespoke corporate volunteering days for your staff including one-off project days or a programme of hands-on activities and teambuilding.

Activities for Early Years Foundation Stage

Educational activities for Early Years Foundation Stage at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens

Lock 17 - Cowshott Manor Lock

Lock 17 - Cowshott Manor Lock. Deepcut Flight. Deepcut Flight. The Deepcut Flight contains 14 locks in only two miles (3.2 kms) raising the Basingstoke Canal from Pirbright 100 feet (30.5 metres) onto the summit of the Surrey heathland. To help

Animal homes

Learn about different habitats and the various animals and plants that live in them

School and group expeditions

Our DofE programmes are ideal for schools and groups looking for a reliable and experienced expedition provider.

Five reasons to treat that special someone to an action experience

Five reasons to treat that special someone to an action experience. read ( words). Dec 4 2023. When you’re choosing presents for your loved ones, there are so many options. But one that might not have crossed your mind is a gift experience. While

Team building days at Calshot

Team building days at Calshot. Take part in team building activities that focus on developing effective communication, boosting confidence and strengthening team trust. How your group can benefit. Lower cost day visit option. Improves and develops

Christmas Quiz

Christmas Quiz. Join us in the Lookout for an Christmas themed quiz. Download to calendar. 18 December 2026 6pm to 9pm. Get ready to sleigh the competition at our Christmas Quiz Night! Gather your team, don your best festive jumpers, and test your

How to get your students ready for the new school year

Here are six ways you can help get them ready for the new year.

Gift shop at Manor Farm

Manor Farm's gift shop has a range of goodies from toys, to homewares to delicious produce fresh from the farm.

Attractions Country parks

News and features at Staunton County Park

News articles and features about Staunton Country Park