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Get a sense of nature this spring

We’ve created a senses-based challenge which can be fun for the whole family.

Picea orientalis 'Skylands'

Champion Tree Picea orientalis 'Skylands'. Picea orientalis 'Skylands'. Picea orientalis 'Skylands' is not only an architectural beauty, but this champion tree variety also has a fascinating feature. Picea orientalis 'Skylands' is not only an

History of Calshot

History of Calshot. read ( words). Aug 12 2022. For such a small area – just over a mile long – Calshot Spit has an extremely varied history. This tiny pocket of Hampshire has seen plenty: from being one of Henry VIII’s forts to playing an

Colt Hill car park

Colt Hill car park. Parking.

Ecchinswell war memorial walk

Ecchinswell war memorial walk. Route distance. 1.75 miles. Start point. Village Hall. Download the route. Ecchinswell war memorial walk. A short history of Ecchinswell. Ecchinswell derived its name from the word Eikena, meaning Oaks in Latin,

5 fun ideas to keep children entertained on winter walks

During the wet and chilly winter season, it can be tricky to keep the little ones entertained on those bracing countryside walks

Garden Beasts and Where to Find Them

Discover which animals make Hillier Gardens their home as you journey around our different habitats.

History and archaeology

Learn how people lived in the Roman Age, Saxon Age or Stone Age

Benefits of children cycling

Inspire the next generation with cycling

Summer Wreath Making Workshop

Summer Wreath Making Workshop. We are excited to offer a relaxed and creative Summer Wreath Making Workshop at Lepe Country Park. Download to calendar. 26 July 2026 11am to 1pm. Join us for a peaceful summer morning by the coast, where you’ll

All Change!

Take a journey around our Gardens and discover through observation, hands-on activities and role play the wide variety of plants and trees growing there. Learn their names and become a mini plant expert for the day.

Mytchett Lake Canal Bridge

Mytchett Lake Canal Bridge. Bridge.

Plants of Current Interest - May 2024 (part 2)

Plants of current interest

Grace Dieu

Spot the wreck of the Grace Dieu, one of the largest naval vessels of medieval times, which burnt and sank just south of the jetty at River Hamble Country Park when it was struck by lightning in 1439. A large X marks the spot in the river where she

Digging Deep

From clay to sand, and lovely garden loam, dig in and get hands on with different types of soil and find out how important it is to the plants we grow in the Gardens. Dive into the dirt and you might be surprised at what you find.

The Coach House at Staunton Country Park

Items for sale in Staunton Country Park's Coach House gift shop and what you can do in the interactive interpretation area

Country parks

Outdoor and adventure at Tile Barn Centre

Outdoor and adventure at Tile Barn Centre. Our most popular residential programme. One of our most popular residential programmes, Outdoor and Adventure packages feature a wide mix of adventurous and teambuilding activities. The programme provides

Animal Antics

Take a journey around our Gardens and discover the wide variety of plants and trees growing there and how they provide the perfect habitat for our animals both large and small. Find out where they live, what they eat, what eats them!

Mytchett Place Canal Bridge

Mytchett Place Canal Bridge. Bridge.

Arthurs Bridge

Arthurs Bridge. Bridge.

Planning ahead

Planning ahead. read ( words). Jul 15 2022. Before you visit, have a read of our handy guide to help you plan your day. Download our planning ahead guide.

Best cycling routes in Hampshire

From family-friendly routes to challenging countryside circuits, here are some of our favourite cycling trails.

Heathvale Bridge

Heathvale Bridge. Bridge.

Hermitage Bridge

Hermitage Bridge. Bridge.

Bat Walk for Beginners

Bat Walk for Beginners. Guided Session. Download to calendar. 10 August 2026 8:30pm to 10:30pm. Join us on this exciting new event for Titchfield Haven! We will be using our specialist equipment to identify the different species of bat to be found