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Work hard, play hard: how outdoor play is essential to child development

Work hard, play hard: how outdoor play is essential to child development. read ( words). Mar 1 2023. Everyone knows that playing is fun. Climbing trees, cycling at top speeds, and learning new things about the world with your friends are some of the

Closures and works

Find out about planned maintenance along the Canal or what to do if your works will affect part of the Canal.

Country parks

Ticket information

There's no need to book, but find out prices for all the family.

Story of the nymphs and the boggart

Story of the nymphs and the boggart. Route distance. 1.08 miles. Start point. Hawley Meadows car park. Download the route and the story. A short history of Hawley Meadows. Hawley Meadows is an important river floodplain site, with a wet grassland

Five things to bring for a cosy camping experience

Upgrade your camping trip to a glamping trip with some of our favourite luxuries.

In to Roost

In to Roost. Guided Session. Download to calendar. 12 December 2026 2:30pm to 5pm. Join an expert guide in the Knights Bank Hide to watch the birds coming into roost. You will hopefully observe Cormorants, Marsh Harriers, Glossy Ibis, Meadow Pipit,

Special Offers

Hampshire Outdoor Centres - enjoy £500 off your next visit when you recommend a new school or group.

Accommodation

Accommodation. If you’re looking for a simple yet comfortable stay on the coast with beautiful views - we’ve got you covered. Available at the weekends and in school holidays, our beachfront accommodation is perfect for family and group get

Shipwrights Way - Finchdean to Staunton Country Park

Shipwrights Way - Finchdean to Staunton Country Park. Route distance. 3.5 miles. Start point. The green in Finchdean. Download the route. Finchdean to Staunton Country Park walk. A short history of The Shipwrights Way. The Shipwrights Way is a

Selborne monks walk

Selborne monks walk. Route distance. 7 miles. Start point. Selborne Arms. Download the route. A short history of Selborne. The village of Selborne is famous for its association with the eighteenth century naturalist Gilbert White. In his book, The

Staunton Way - Rowlands Castle to Staunton Country Park

Staunton Way - Rowlands Castle to Staunton Country Park. Route distance. 1.5 miles - 1 hour. Start point. Rowlands Castle. Download the route. Rowlands Castle to Staunton Country Park walk. A short history of the Staunton Way. The Staunton Way is a 8

Story of Great Binfield, the giant of Basingstoke

Story of Great Binfield, the giant of Basingstoke. Route distance. 1.09 miles. Start point. Chineham library. Download the route and the story. A short history of Great Binfields. Great Binfields is a wonderful area of ancient woodland, a remnant of

Dawn chorus birds you’ll hear in Hampshire

Here are a few birds you’ll be able to hear almost anywhere in Hampshire.

Beach, walks and trails

Beach, walks and trails. Located on Calshot Spit stretching out into the Solent - Calshot offers a unique view out over the water towards Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight. Our site offers a secure base to park your car and explore the local area.

Build a bug hotel

Build a bug hotel. read ( words). Sep 21 2021. A bug hotel is a structure of any sort made from logs, sticks, pinecones and other nature-friendly material. It provides a shelter so that insects and other critters can make themselves at home.

On the towpath

On the towpath.

Country parks

Food and drink

Manor Farm offers a selection of hot food, hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, snacks, baked goods, and ice cream.

Attractions Country parks

ROC Underground Monitoring Post

The ROC post at Lepe was built to monitor the effects of a nuclear blast should Britain come under attack.

Birch package

Birch package. /sitecore/media library/Images/thingstodo/countryside-weddings/00-countryside-weddings-rvcp-500x500. Birch wedding package. Royal Victoria Country Park. Soak up the scenery and heritage of the Chapel as you celebrate your big day with

Glasshouse and gardens

Staunton Farm has a walled garden and Victorian glasshouse which is the largest glasshouse on the South Coast.

Orienteering Course

Orienteering Course. Download to calendar. 1 January 2025 8:30am to 31 December 2026 8:30pm. Permanent Orienteering Course at River Hamble Country Park created by Southampton Orienteering Club. There are three permanent orienteering courses. The

Camping and Pod stays

Camping and Pod stays. Camping. One pitch - max six people | From £36.20 per night. Looking to get away from it all and create memories under canvas? Pitch your tent, get the campfire started and stargaze from your cosy woodland camp! Our site

Mountain biking tips for beginners

Have you always wanted to head out on a mountain bike but don’t know where to start? Here are some things to consider as you head out on your first ride.

Activities for Key Stage 1

Educational activities for Key Stage 1 at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens

Elm package

Elm package. /sitecore/media library/Images/thingstodo/countryside-weddings/00-countryside-weddings-rvcp-500x500. Elm wedding package. Royal Victoria Country Park. Perfect for larger groups, this package contains everything you need for your big day,