1 ISSUE 2 the Portsmouth Become a cultural tourist, delve into history and shop to your heart’s content. PLEASE LEAVE THIS GUIDE IN YOUR ROOM FOR OTHER GUESTS TO ENJOY.
Mar 22, 2016
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ISSUE 2
the Portsmouth
Become a cultural tourist, delve into history and shop to your heart’s content.
PLEASE LEAVE THIS GUIDE IN YOUR ROOM FOR OTHER GUESTS TO ENJOY.
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WelcomeO
ur aim is to share some ideas on how to spend your time in Portsmouth
and in particular Southsea – and we hope you will enjoy exploring the UK’s only island city.As you will see there’s plenty to experience in Portsmouth – whether it be visiting the popular attractions at the Historic Dockyard (including the massively popular Mary Rose Museum) or discovering the miles of beach that run along the Southern end of the isle of Portsea, you are sure to have plenty of fun in Southsea.To help you plan your days out, we’ve compiled a few handy itineraries (see page 20) and our cover artist
Welcome to the Portsmouth Guest Guide.
The Portsmouth Guest Guide is distributed within members of the Greater Portsmouth Hoteliers Association and Portsmouth & Southsea Hoteliers Association.
Cover image: © My Dog Sighs.
The Portsmouth Guest Guide is published by The Marketing Collective Ltd. Telephone 023 8000 1655.
Information correct at the time of publication. The Marketing Collective Ltd. do not endorse any of the products and service presented in the Guide, and cannot be held responsible for any loss, damage or inconvenience incurred as a result of changes to advertised information. Always check details before making arrangements. With thanks to: Portsmouth City Council, Portsmouth Hoteliers Association.Printed by Triumph Print Solutions Ltd - 01273 831642.
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MD & Editor Jo Andrews | Creative Tina Scahill | Feature Editor Kate Thompson | Sales & Marketing Louise Collins
Hampshire Top Attractions gives the city visitor a taste of the great places to visit whether your on holiday or looking for a family day out on your doorstep. Its also packed with special offer vouchers. Ask your venue reception for a copy.
The Portsmouth Visitor
Information Service is located within
the D-Day Museum on Southsea
Seafront and our highly trained staff
have a wealth of information at their
fingertips to help you make the most
of your stay in the city:
Tel: 023 9282 6722
Email [email protected]
www.visitportsmouth.co.uk
PAGE4 My Dog Sighs - Featured Artist6 aspex Gallery7 Kings Theatre8 Fort Nelson9 Blue Reef Aquarium10 The National Museum of the Royal Navy12 Isle of Wight with Hovertravel13 Porchester Castle14 Hampshire Top Attractions16 Mozzarella Joes17 Watkins & Faux18 The Cams Mill20 Sherlock Holmes21 Itineraries22 Wightlink Adventures!23 Hamble Valley
the Portsmouth
My Dog Sighs shares his inspiring story on page 4.
If you are visiting Southsea on the August Bank Holiday (make sure you make a beeline for the Victorious Festival on the seafront – it promises to be a real show-stopper).So sit back, relax and turn the pages to discover more about Portsmouth and what you can do during your visit – and if
you want to find out more about what a funky, creative place Southsea is today, a visit to the Strong Island website is highly recommended: www.strong-island.co.uk. We hope you enjoy your time in Portsmouth ...
Jo AndrewsManaging Director The Marketing Collective
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MY DOG SIGHS IS LEAVING HIS MARK ON SOUTHSEA
He started out giving his art away for
free, and now Portsmouth based artist
My Dog Sighs is reaping the rewards.
Now one of the founders of a global
movement that has seen artists leaving
their work on the streets for lucky
passers-by to find, is having his work
exhibited all over the world and his
diary is full for the rest of the year with
commissions and exhibitions.
Free Art Friday really took off when
it was featured on the BBC’s Culture
Show and now My Dog Sighs aka
Paul is in contact with artists around
the world keen to follow his
philanthropic lead.
Ironically his decision to leave art for
others to find – which he still does every
Friday – was born out of a fear.
“When I turned 30 I had a bit of an
epiphany. I was married, I had a decent
job as a teacher and my kids were
doing ok.
“It was then that I stumbled across
street art – and I absolutely loved it.
“The only difficulty was that I didn’t
want to damage property out of respect
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The Portsmouth Guest Guide: Featured Artist
for the property owners and the local
community - I couldn’t help thinking
how I would feel if someone sprayed on
my walls.
“I decided the only way round it was for
me to produce pieces of art and leave
them on the street for others to find,”
he said.
My Dog Sighs admits he gets a real
buzz from wondering who will become
the owner of his art. He recalled how
early on he decided to lay in wait and
see who picked up his artwork on
one occasion – only to see the street
sweeper pop his artwork into his
yellow cart.
“I like to think that street sweeper has
a fantastic collection of street art,” he
quipped. “To start with I didn’t hear
anything back but now I’m a bit more
known I do hear from people and it’s
great to get that feedback.”
The Culture Show appearance proved
to be a major turning point for My Dog
Sighs and the Free Art Friday movement
which now has more than 150 chapters
(individuals or groups of artists giving
their art away) across the world.
Offers of exhibitions in London, Tel
Aviv and New York followed (he will
be exhibiting in Chicago and Miami in
2014) and now My Dog Sighs is making
a good living from his art.
His can men, women, children -
even dogs have really captured the
imagination (you can see him creating
his amazing artworks from squashed
cans by going to YouTube to watch My
Dog Sighs – A Can is Born) and the
paintings he is doing of beautiful eyes
have generated even more devoted
followers.
“Eyes are a major part of what I do and
overtime the scale has developed and
the reflection in the eyes has become a
special part of the paintings.
“I’ve just agreed a project with the
National Trust to paint two giant eyes
on hoardings that are going around a
property they are restoring – and each
eye will be 30ft across,” he said.
If you want to see some of My Dog
Sigh’s work in Southsea, check out
the garage in Exmouth Road (YouTube
My Dog Sighs – Mga Mata sa Pader)
and the hoardings opposite the police
station in Winston Churchill Avenue –
and of course, remember to keep your
eyes peeled on a Friday in the city.
www.mydogsighs.co.uk
Image © Jack Daly - www.jackdaly.me
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At the heart of the gallery is the
aspex Café Bar – a family friendly
space with plenty of room for
buggies, baby changing facilities
and food warming facilities.
For the grown-ups, a range of
homemade sandwiches and cakes
are available, alongside great illy
coffee, ales, ciders and specially
selected wines. If you are in the city
for a meeting, you can use the Café
Bar for informal get-togethers, or
alternatively you can hire a larger
private space within the gallery for
more formal events.
It’s not only in the Café Bar where
little ones are catered for – aspex
have a wide range of workshops
for younger visitors, including Art
Clubs for 8-13 year olds running
throughout the school holidays,
and SEE! MAKE! DO! for children
of all ages and their parents on the
second Saturday of every month.
There are also craft workshops for
adults, where you can learn some
of the skills and techniques used
by the artists and craftspeople in
the exhibitions.
aspex is not only a great place for
art & the family…it also has a wide
range of gifts, greetings cards and
work from local artists and makers
that you won’t find anywhere else
to buy in their Craft & Design
space.
aspex is open 11-4 Wednesday
– Friday, 11-5 on Weekends and
Bank Holidays. Admission is Free
– find them behind Loch Fyne in
Gunwharf Quays. Full listings and
more are available on our website.
Venue details:
aspex The Vulcan
Portsmouth, PO1 3BF
023 9277 8080
www.aspex.org.uk
Free admission
aspex gallery
Formed in 1981 in the heart of Southsea, aspex moved to the historic Vulcan Building in Gunwharf Quays in 2006. They specialise in exhibiting the work of exciting local, national and international emerging artists, alongside a thriving participation programme that encourages people of all ages to get involved with art, craft and creative activities.
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The dignified and beautiful Kings Theatre, situated on Albert Road in Southsea, is one of the best examples of an elegant Edwardian playhouse to be found in the British Isles with many of its original features and Italian Renaissance style of décor still intact.The theatre, a result of the vision and
business acumen of John Waters
Boughton and the architectural
prowess of Frank Matcham, one of the
greatest theatre architects of his time,
opened on 30th September 1907 in
“a most glittering of occasions” with a
production of Charles I.
Since that night numerous productions
have visited the Kings - the theatre was
the venue for the opening of the famous
‘Aldwych Farces’ and in 1974, Director
Ken Russell filmed the Pinball Wizard
sequence of the rock opera ‘Tommy’
featuring The Who and Elton John here.
During World War II the Kings held
a large programme of shows and
concerts to keep up morale during the
difficult years and in later times hosted
‘Flying Matinees’ where the shows and
cast of London theatres would give a
special afternoon performance before
heading back to London in time for their
evening show.
Many stars of the stage and screen
have performed at the Kings including
Sarah Bernhardt, Noel Coward, Sean
Connery, Rex Harrison, Spike Milligan,
Ivor Novello, Sybil Thorndike and HB
Irving to name but a few of the greats of
the last century and the theatre is proud
to include actresses Dillie Keane and
Lisa Reilly as their current Patrons.
Since 2003 the theatre has been
operated by Kings Theatre Trust Ltd
and over £2million has been spent on
an extensive restoration programme to
carry out vital repairs, restoration and
improve facilities. Look up to the top
of the tower outside the theatre and
you will see the lady statue ‘Aurora’
mounted here – reinstated in 2009 as
the crowning glory of the restoration of
the whole tower, Aurora is a glass fibre
replica of the original statue now on
display in the Box Office.
The Kings has a full and varied
programme of shows throughout the
year to suit all tastes including Musicals,
Ballet, Opera, Dance, Music and
Tribute acts, Plays, Comedians, Family
Shows, Film and of course traditional
Pantomime!
The theatre has three opulent bars
where you can relax and enjoy pre-show
refreshment or Albert Road is home to a
number of bars and restaurants.
Check out what’s on at the Kings
Theatre throughout your stay online or
call the Box Office.
Venue details:Kings Theatre, Albert RoadSouthsea, PO5 2QJBox Office: 023 9282 8282
www.kings-southsea.com
facebook /kingstheatre
twitter @kingssouthsea
Make the most of your time in Portsmouth
A nightat the THEATRE!
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The summer is always a great opportunity to get out and about, enjoy the better weather and see something of Hampshire’s historic past. Fort Nelson provides something for everybody – from school children to history buffs - and aims to educate, entertain and inform.
Fort Nelson is one of a series of six forts strategically
positioned along the chalk ridge of Portsdown Hill and
is probably the best surviving example of a 19th-century
Victorian fort. Now after undergoing a multi-million pound
redevelopment the Fort has been transformed in to a museum
for the 21st century and includes a new visitor centre, state-of-
the-art galleries and Cafe 1871. A highlight is the magnificent
Voice of the Guns gallery, showcasing 14 of the most iconic
weapons from the national collection.
These include two sections of the infamous Iraqi Super Gun,
two anti-aircraft guns used to defend the South Coast and
the City of Portsmouth during the Second World War, and the
Great Turkish Bombard dating to 1464.
The new-look museum has more than 350 big guns on display,
from all corners of the globe, tracing the development of
artillery from pre-gunpowder siege machines to the
modern day.
Follow the history of the Fort and the people who have lived
and worked there, from Victorian navvies to the young cadets
and the ‘Kitchener’ volunteers preparing for WW1.
Visitors can explore the vast 19-acre site and discover the
secret tunnels and underground chambers, take a tour with
one of the guides to unearth the intriguing history of Fort
Nelson - or simply just relax and enjoy spectacular views
of Portsmouth Harbour, the Meon Valley and South Downs
National Park from the ramparts.
Everyone can experience the noise and power of the big guns
as one of the historic guns is fired in salute daily – a great thrill
for all the family.
Perched high on Portsdown Hill, just outside Portsmouth,
Fort Nelson is a fascinating place for all ages to explore, plus
entry and parking is free.
Venue details:
Portsdown Hill Rd,
Fareham PO17 6AN
01329 233734
Open all year, seven days a
week 10-5pm (Apr-Oct) See
website for winter opening.
FREE Entry & Parking.
www.royalarmouries.org
Enjoy a free day out at the Royal Armouries Museum at Fort Nelson, home to the national collection of artillery - The Big Guns.
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Venue details:
Clarence Esplanade,
Southsea, Portsmouth,
PO5 3PB
023 9287 5222
portsmouth@
bluereefaquarium.co.uk
www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk
Wonders of the
DEEP
Portsmouth’s award-winning Blue
Reef Aquarium offers visitors a
dazzling undersea safari through
the oceans of the world.
Situated on Clarence Esplanade,
between the two piers overlooking the
busy Solent, Blue Reef Aquarium is a
great place to visit whatever the weather.
Explore the drama of the British
coast, the underwater gardens of the
Mediterranean and the dazzling beauty
of a spectacular coral reef.
At the aquarium’s heart is the giant
ocean tank where an underwater tunnel
offers incredibly close encounters with
puffer fish, triggerfish and hundreds of
vibrant tropical fish amid the beauty of a
recreated coral reef.
Over 45 other living displays reveal the
sheer variety of life in the deep, from
tropical sharks and stingrays to giant
lobsters and elegant seahorses.
Other features are home to everything
from poison dart frogs and monitor
lizards to giant carp, piranhas, turtles
and terrapins.
Don’t miss Blue Reef’s resident family
of Asian otters in their spacious heated
indoor holt and the extensive outdoor
area with great sea views!
The Jelly Babies displays showcase the
incredible secret world of the jellyfish,
one of the oceans’ ultimate wanderers.
Visitors can see each stage in the
jellyfish cycle inside specially-
constructed displays which mimic life in
the open ocean and even have their own
internal currents.
Fish Nursery - Blue Reef’s dedicated
team of aquarists are actively involved in
pioneering captive breeding programmes
for a wide range of both native and
tropical species.
The new, four-tank nursery allows
visitors to watch baby sharks, seahorses
and other aquatic newborns grow and
develop before they are transferred to
larger displays or transported to other
UK aquariums.
If the sun’s shining then don’t forget to
bring your towel and a bucket and spade
to make the most of the aquarium’s
outdoor Blue Reef Beach Club.
Overlooking the bustling Solent the club
boasts its very own 50-tonne sandy
beach and rockpool sandpit alongside
an outdoor splash play area complete
with giant water nozzles.
Other features include giant stepping
stones, a picnic area, grassed sundecks,
pebble beaches and a variety of other
outdoor activities. Refreshments are
also available during the main holiday
periods.
Blue Reef is family friendly with under
3’s admitted free and Family Tickets
available. The aquarium is baby-friendly
with changing facilities, it’s accessible
for push-chairs, and multi-level displays
mean even the smallest family members
get a great view.
Sit back and relax in the Blue Reef Cafe
where you can enjoy a wide selection of
drinks, snacks and meals. High chairs,
a bottle warmer and microwave are also
available for parental use.
The Blue Reef Gift Shop is filled with
a wide range of marine-themed gifts,
souvenirs, educational toys, cards and
posters.
As well as innovative displays,
informative daily talks and feeding
demonstrations, there’s an ever-
changing programme
of special events and exhibitions
throughout the year from Pirates
Weekends to Shark Week – check out
www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk
for full details.
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NEW ERA
Be one of the first to go on board
the newly restored HMS Alliance;
the only remaining WWII era British
going submarine in the world. As if
the crew had just left, explore this
historic submarine, take a peek through
the working periscopes, meet the
submariner guides and see, hear and
even smell how life was lived under
the sea.
Then catch the FREE waterbus to the
National Museum of the Royal Navy
in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard to
visit ‘Hear My Story’, a major new
exhibition telling
the undiscovered
personal stories
from the ordinary
men and women
who have made
the Navy‘s amazing
history over the last
100 years. New
interactive exhibition
galleries use the
very latest cutting
edge technology and immersive space
features bring you face to face with
these unique people and their stories.
Opening to the public in April from
visitors will be able to see both these
new attractions in one day by catching
a FREE connecting water boat across
the Harbour and take advantage of the
money saving ‘All Inclusive’ admission
ticket.
The National Museum of the Royal Navy, where something extraordinary is happening throughout
2014.
Restored historic submarine & brand NEW exhibition galleries open to the public in 2014 after £11.5 million spend.
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Venues:
Royal Navy Submarine
Museum and HMS Alliance
Haslar Road, Gosport,
PO12 2AS
E: submarine-museum.co.uk
Hear My Story at the National
Museum of the Royal Navy
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard,
PO1 3NH
E: nmrn.org.uk/hms
Royal Marines Museum
Southsea PO4 9PX
E: royalmarinesmuseum.co.uk
Explosion!
Priddy’s Hard, Gosport,
PO124LE
E: explosion.org.uk
The Portsmouth Guest Guide: Heritage
HMS Alliance, fully restored and
ready for patrol! After undergoing a
major £7m conservation and restoration
project, the 281ft sub is brought
to life with state of the art lighting,
soundscapes and
new interpretations.
Your visit starts with
a commissioned film
narrated by British
Hollywood star Ian
McShane, then you’ll
be taken on tour
through every decade
of the submarine’s
service from the 1940’s to the 1970’s.
Hear My Story, 100 years,
1000 stories, 1 Royal Navy. A
comprehensive interactive timeline,
an immersive spaces feature, an
atmospheric cinema, specially
commissioned films and AV ‘talking
stories’ evoke what life was like at sea
and provide an ‘up close and personal’
sense of the conditions faced by those
sent to fight.
With missiles hanging from above and
torpedoes sunk into the floor, you will
be able to discover in
detail the Changing
Technology that
comes out of conflict.
Highlights include the
4-inch gun from HMS
Lance, which fired the
first British shot of the
First World War on
August 5th 1914 and a
canoe made famous by the
Cockleshell Heroes.
Royal Marines Museum – walking
in the footsteps of heroes from 1664
to present day! Celebrate the 350 year
history of the Royal Marines from their
origins in 1664 to present day. Located
in the former Officers
Mess, the magnificent,
stately buildings provide
the perfect setting to
explore and learn about
the thrilling stories of the
extraordinary people who
have become the elite
fighting force – the Royal
Marines.
Through a series of hands-on interactive
displays, games, simulators, sight/
sound and touch experiences spreading
over three floors, you can follow a
Commando recruit through his gruelling
training and on to deployment around
the world; creep through the jungle
and experience the sights and sounds
of tropical swamps, (there’s even a
snake!), or take a trip down memory
lane in our WW2 home front kitchen.
Explosion! The Museum of
Naval Firepower Explore this award
winning museum of
naval warfare created
within the 18th century
buildings at the Royal
Navy’s former armaments
depot of Priddy’s Hard, in
Gosport, Hampshire. With
stunning views across to
Portchester Castle, Whale
Island and the Naval Base.
Explosion! traces the development of
naval armaments from gunpowder to
the Exocet missile...but the museum is
not just about big bangs.
Walk through an underwater seabed
filled with mines, feel the sway and
juddering of a moving gun deck and
help Gunpowder Guy rack barrels in a
gunpowder magazine in our interactive
displays.
All Museums are part of the National
Museum of the Royal Navy and feature
extensive family events calendar and
regular special exhibitions, see our
website for more details.
www.nnrn.org.uk
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With Hovertravel you can travel to the
Island in less than 10 minutes, on a
unique journey which is an experience
in itself. Whether you’re planning just a
day trip or a longer stay to the Island,
once you’re at Hovertravel’s Ryde
terminal, there are endless attractions
for you to go on to and visit.
After forty-two years of providing
fun and memories for generations of
families, Blackgang Chine’s Dinosaur
Land, filled with much loved static
dinosaurs has now opened a new and
exciting attraction, ‘Restricted Area
5’. Once you’ve entered the gates at
your own risk, you can marvel at the
gargantuan scale of the new life-size
moving dinosaurs and encounter the
most realistic experience since time
began!
Blessed with more hours of sunshine
than anywhere else in the UK, and
boasting a mild climate and good
growing conditions, the Isle of Wight
hosts an annual Garlic Festival as well a
Sweetcorn Fayre! In the summer, many
private gardens open in support of the
National Garden Scheme, including
Ventnor Botanic Gardens, which offers
a vast array of subtropical and exotic
specimens, growing into geographical
zones around the garden.
English heritage is also another reason
to visit the Isle of Wight. Osborne House
has revealed the hidden world of royal
childhood by giving the public access
to ‘Swiss Cottage’, a full size ‘Wendy’
house which was built at Prince Albert’s
instruction on the grounds of the estate
between 1853 and 1854. This was the
domain of the 9 royal children, who
played at being adults during their
summer holiday on the Isle of Wight and
learnt the life-skills their father believed
would make them better people and
better rulers.
Measuring just 23 miles from East to
West, and 13 miles North to South, the
Isle of Wight has 60 miles of coastline,
making in the perfect location for a
day at the beach. Shanklin Beach and
Sandown Bay are just a couple of the
Island’s treasured beaches, both of
which can be easily accessed once
you’re off the Hovercraft at Ryde.
The Isle of Wight offers so many must-
see attractions and places, that for
some, a day visit just won’t be long
enough! The island is home to some
of the UK’s most beautiful seaside
accommodation, from lakeside hotels to
picturesque castles; making it the ideal
location for a short-break or a longer
stay!
Hovertravel’s Hover Rover Bus ticket
provides customers with the opportunity
to visit all of the above places and
more, completely hassle-free. Hover
Rover Bus offers a discounted
combination ticket for Hovertravel & the
Island’s Southern Vectis Bus service,
which provides a Hover Day Return and
unlimited travel on the Island buses.
VISIT the Isle of Wight WITHHovertravel
Venue details:
To start your journey
to the Isle of Wight with
Hovertravel, visit
www.hovertravel.com
to book your tickets now!
Just 4 miles off the south coast of England, the Isle of Wight is visited by more than 2.5 million people every year – some to attend its award-winning festivals and cultural events and others who want to experience the beautiful landscapes and 60 miles of coastline that’s on offer.
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Portchester Castle
Discover the most
impressive and best
preserved of the Roman
‘Saxon Shore’ forts.
Originally built in the late
3rd century, today you can still walk
around the Roman walls and climb
the Norman keep for glorious coastal
views. A free audio tour brings history
to life and explains life in the castle
over the centuries. See displays of
finds excavated on site in an exhibition
which interprets the history of the castle
and Portchester village. Explore the
intriguing remains of King Richard II’s
palace and see the evocative graffiti
left by prisoners from the Napoleonic
wars. While you’re out and about this
summer, catch one of our fantastic
fun family events. Visit www.english-
heritage.org.uk/portchester
Parking and toilets not English Heritage.
Group discounts available.
More to explore!There is plenty more to see in Hampshire and across the Solent on the Isle of Wight. From coastal artillery forts dating from the time of Henry VIII, to the magnificent seaside family home of Queen Victoria at Osborne. For more details visit english-heritage.org.uk or call 0870 333 1181.
Fees: Members, Child under 5 & OVP FREE | Adult £5.20 | Concession £4.70 | Child (5 - 15yrs) £3.10 | Family (2 adults & 3 children) £13.50
Opening times: 1 Apr - 30 Sep, daily 10am - 6pm | 1 Oct - 2 Nov, daily 10am - 5pm | 3 Nov - 15 Feb, Sat - Sun 10am - 4pm | 24 - 26 Dec,
31 Dec, 1 Jan Closed | 16 Feb - 20 Feb, daily 10am - 4pm | 21 Feb - 29 Mar, Sat - Sun 10am - 4pm
Venue Details:Castle Street, Portchester Hants PO16 9QWTel: 02392 378291Directions: Junction 11 on M27, south side of Portchester off A27english-heritage.org.uk/portchester
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Family FunVisit Peppa Pig World at Paultons Theme Park, voted best park in the UK by Mumsnet and home to more than 60 family rides and attractions.Check out some of the cars used by Jeremy, Richard and James for some of their more ambitious challenges in the World of Top Gear at Beaulieu’s National Motor Museum You can let off some steam with a morning of physical activity at the New Forest Activities Centre or journey to the Hawk Conservancy Trust in Andover where you will find vultures, barn owls and hawks. Sticking with the natural world, Marwell Zoo has an astounding range of wildlife and prides itself on its conservation work. While at Birdworld near Farnham you can see Penguins feeding and free flying Kookaburras Or take to the trees for an exhilarating adventure experience with Go Ape at Moors Valley Country Park and Itchen Valley Country Park near Southampton.New Forest Wildlife Park is home to an amazing range of wildlife, including four species of otter, 12 species of owl and four species of deer.Family-run Longdown Activity Farm in Ashurst has daily activities and plenty of cute animals. A day at the seaside awaits you at Southsea Beach. You can see spectacular views from the Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth and if you are brave enough, venture across the glass floor. Nearby at Gunwharf Quays you can enjoy a spot of shopping and lunch overlooking Portsmouth Harbour.There are over 100 hands-on interactive science and technology exhibits idea for all the family at Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium.
Gardeners WorldExplore 200 acres of beautiful gardens at Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway in the New Forest, world-famous for the Rothschild Collection of rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias and rare trees and shrubs. The Sir Harold Hillier Gardens in Romsey is a 180- acre garden paradise with a magnificent collection of more than 42,000 plants and boasts one of the largest Winter Gardens of its kind in Europe. While the National Trust’s Mottisfont is set in glorious grounds by the River Test., with a medieval priory that was gradually changed into a country house. Gilbert White’s House and Oates Museum nr Alton are also well worth a visit. The naturalist is regarded as Darwin’s inspiration and his house and gardens are a national treasure. The New Forest Museum is packed full of displays and activities about the New Forest National Park, including a Family Fun Tree interactive exhibit.
Step Back in TimeWinchester is a spectacular cathedral city, where more than 15 centuries of Christian faith is captured in the glorious architecture. After marvelling at Winchester Cathedral’s history, why not stop for a cuppa at their elegant café? Close by in Alresford is the Watercress Railway Line where you can climb aboard a carriage pulled by either a steam or loco engine to travel through some of the county’s famous watercress beds and alighting at a number of character stations along the route. Whitchurch Silk Mill is a Georgian water mill that still weaves British silk fabrics using Victorian machinery. It is the oldest silk mill weaving silk in its original building.
Discover & Explore
Visitors staying in Portsmouth are in a great position to explore the best that Hampshire has to offer. Whether you choose to take a short break or stay a little longer, there are plenty of adventures awaiting you – and here are just a few ideas to get you started...
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The Portsmouth Guest Guide: Out and About
Basing House in Basingstoke was once the country’s largest private home, owned by the powerful courtier William Paulet, Marques of Winchester. The Great Barn, which dates back to Tudor times, is the largest surviving, fully intact building of its kind. Take a trip back to Victorian times with a visit to Milestone’s Museum in Basingstoke and explore a network of full size streets inside a purpose built museum, telling the story of Hampshire’s social, industrial and commercial history Tudor House in Southampton tells over 800 years of history with interactive guides and audio-visual displays, which bring the house to life. The story of Southampton’s maritime history is told at SeaCity Museum. Situated on the banks of the Beaulieu River, in the heart of the New Forest, you will find the unique and picturesque village of Buckler’s Hardwhere warships for Nelson’s navy were built. The Museum of Army Flying at Middle Wallop is home to a unique collection of aviation history of national and international importance.Butser Ancient Farm showcases experimental archaeology and you can step back in time to enjoy an atmospheric Celtic village and a Roman Villa complete with hypocaust.
Ahoy There...From Southampton explore the Isle of Wight with Red Funnel Ferries. Wightlink Ferries if traveling from Portsmouth and discover royal residences, dramatic coastline and a funky vintage vibe.Just down the M27 is Southampton’s neighbouring city of Portsmouth. Visit Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, home to the world-famous ships HMS Victory and HMS Warrior 1860, the new Mary Rose Museum and the
National Museum of the Royal Navy boasts a magnificent collection illustrating our proud naval heritage.The Blue Reef Aquarium offers a dazzling undersea safari and if you travel to the top of the iconic Spinnaker Tower you can take in stunning views of the Solent.Nearby is the D-Day Museum is the UK’s only museum dedicated solely to covering all aspects of the D Day landings in Normandy, France on June 6 1944. The museum is also home to the Overlord Tapestry – the world’s longest embroidery of its kind, and the 20tthh century equivalent of the Bayeux Tapestry.Along the beach to Eastney, you will find the Royal Marines Museum with an extensive collection of displays gathered from around the world. A short trip across the water takes you to Gosport where you will find the Royal Navy Submarine Museum. You can get a real feel for the life of a submariner by going on board HMS Alliance, a WW2 submarine. Also, Explosion! the Museum of Naval Firepower which tells the story of naval warfare from the days of gunpowder to modern missiles.
And Finally...Southampton Airport offers a less hectic alternative to its London counterparts and is an ideal place to travel to and from.Visit Hampshire is there to help you plan your trip to the county – go to www.hampshireattractions.co.uk to find out more.
To find out more about these and numerous other
attractions, please visit www.hampshireattractions.
co.uk For special offers and discount vouchers for
more than 36 attractions visit
www.hampshireattractions.co.uk/offers
www.ham
pshiretopattractions.co.uk
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If you only see one thing in Southsea... So many things to see!
Have a good walk around, and try
and find as many ‘blue plaques’ as
possible...you’ll see where Arthur
Conan Doyle lived, Peter Sellers,
Rudyard Kiplin - even Henry 8th if
you look closely enough!
www.memorials.inportsmouth.
co.uk/index.htm
Best place for cocktails?101 Reykjavik have an amazing
selection of Icelandic inspired
cocktails, and delicious ales and
beers imported directly from the
famous clean and crisp iced land.
1 Kent Road, Southsea, PO5 3EG
www.101reykjavik.co.uk
Steve Courtnell of Pie and Vinyl, Southsea and Portsmouth’s only independent record shop which is coupled with tasty pie and mash, shares some of his favourite venues and places.
Pie & Vinyl combines a passion for music with one of England’s favourite old fashioned comfort foods in a stylish cosy location in Castle road, Southsea. Visit them for a unique experience at: 61 Castle Road, Southsea, PO5 3AY.
For more details and a menu page visit www.pieandvinyl.co.uk
The Portsmouth Guest Guide: Inspiration
LITTLE BLACK B KOO
Southsea’s only restaurant right on
the seafront; where serving good
food for all the family is what
we’re all about. So visit when you’re
out for the day enjoying the seafront,
celebrating an anniversary or even a
sunset, Mozzarella Joes is the place to be.
Every day at Mozzarella Joes is a ‘Mojoe’
one. If you’ve ever watched the boats go
by whilst sipping a cocktail or a beer on
the balcony you will have experienced the
magic of Mojoes. Your taste buds should
be doing a jig at the mention of the Stone
Baked Pizza and if you’ve tucked into
Gourmet Burgers your tummy should be
murmuring ‘mmmmms’ right now.
Try the BIGGEST burger in the South – our
Giant Scooby Doo! Perhaps you will find
the traditional fish & chips or delicious
linguini gambari pasta the perfect
complement to our Solent views.
Mozzarella Joes
You can even watch the famous food
creation take place in the open plan kitchen
- follow the glow of the giant orange pizza
oven to learn the secrets of Mozzarella Joes
homemade flavours. Then complete your
meal with 2 for 1 desserts! What more could
you ask for?
For a casual lunch, a dinner or even just a
coffee you will find plenty on the extensive
menu to tempt your curiosity and entice
you back for more - kiddies included! Share
the experience, spare some time to listen
to the sea and spend time together with
your family, when you visit Mozzarella Joes
on Southsea Beach. Located on Clarence
Esplanade between the Blue Reef Aquarium
and the Hovercraft terminal. Open from
10am till 10pm, Monday to Sunday. Contact
023 9229 5004
www.mozzarellajoes.co.uk
Best place for a romantic meal?The best place for a romantic meal
would have to be the Common...
with so many local markets, and
shops selling top quality food - why
not go for a romantic picnic?
Southsea, PO5 3PB
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They’ve rescued an iconic tennis pavilion
and turned it into a spacious, family
friendly café serving tasty food that’s
locally sourced.
Nell and Ben Faux had always dreamt
of having their own café and when the
opportunity arose to take on the 1920’s
building and breathe new life into it, they
jumped at the chance.
Any concerns they may have had about
attracting customers to support their
new venture were blown
away thanks to the
power of social media
and when Watkins and
Faux opened a year
ago there were queues
outside the door.
“I posted something on
Facebook about being
a mum setting up a
business and asked for a
show of support from
other mums.
“We couldn’t believe it when 33,000
responded and on the opening day
people were literally queuing outside
waiting for us to open the door,” said
Nell, whose maiden name was Watkins.
Having run an organic supermarket in
London, the couple wanted to bring that
ethos to their business and they still
run a Farmers Market stall in Southsea
selling savoury delights such as calzone
tartlets and quiches.
Their breakfast and brunch menu
features a full English with award-
winning pork and sage sausage and they
also serve eggs benedict or blueberry
and banana pancakes.
There are delicious daily specials for
lunch and the pavilion high tea features
tea, finger sandwiches,
cake and fruit scones
with clotted cream and
strawberry jam.
“We are really
passionate about the
quality of the food we
serve and many of the
dishes can be bought
as a child’s portion for
half the price so if they
fancy it they can have soup, salad or a
small BLT,” she explained.
There’s a relaxed vintage vibe going
on and there’s plenty of room for baby
buggies too.
“We want people to feel really
comfortable and relaxed when they are
here and we hope we’ve created a really
homely atmosphere,” said Nell.
“ We are passionate about creating the best quality handmade food using local seasonal ingredients.
Anyone for tennis and a tasty seaside snack?
WATKINS & FAUX
Venue details:
Watkins & Faux at
The Pavilion Cafe
Southsea Tennis Club
Clarence Esplanade
Southsea PO5 3PB
02392 824693
www.watkinsandfaux.co.uk
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The Cams Mill pub in Fareham is part of the lush green Cams Hall Estate, surrounded by great views over the water. It’s a special and unique location that few pubs in Fareham can match.
It is a part of the redevelopment of
Cams Hall estate, an old mansion house
that is being redeveloped over a 20
year period. With Cams Hall Golf Club
just a stone’s throw away, the pub is
set in a tranquil spot perfect for golfers,
walkers and visitors to unwind, but with
the hustle and bustle of Fareham and
Portsmouth just around the corner.
A beautiful recreation of the tidal mill
that stood here 100 years ago, Cams
Mill is now a stunning destination
pub. Traditional features give the Mill
an authentic ambience and make it a
stunning, historic place to indulge in
waterside dining.
There can be few more peaceful spots
than Cams Mill to enjoy a leisurely
lunch, a quick pint or an evening meal.
Relax in style in the spacious oak-
framed barn, savouring beautiful views
of the estuary.
Building WorkA century ago, Cams Mill was an
operational tidal mill. It has been
lovingly recreated in the same style –
including an array of traditional features
to ensure its history lives on. It opened
its doors as a pub for the first time in
November 2013, creating more than 50
jobs. The pub prides itself on serving
locally-sourced Hampshire produce and
fresh ingredients, as well as a fantastic
drinks menu, including a range of
Fuller’s cask ales.
With a spacious interior and estuary
panoramic view over the River
Wallington, Cams Mill has been
designed to maximise the building’s
features. It has been carefully built to
give the feeling of a restoration, such
as using more than 50,000 tiles that are
300 years old and have been cut and
fitted by hand. The brickwork is also
constructed of reclaimed Fareham red
bricks and with the renovated timber,
exposed oak beams and 1920’s decor,
the pub really exudes history and
tradition.
It is an environmentally-friendly building
using rain water harvesting, low-energy
heating and lighting and speciality
glazing which reduces the need for
cooling in the summer months.
Cams Mill
The
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Cams Mill, Cams Hall Estate
Fareham, Hampshire
PO16 8AA
Book now by calling
01329 287506 or email
You can also follow us on
Twitter: @camsmillfareham
FoodCams Mills is a food-led pub that
prides itself on using locally-sourced
Hampshire produce and fresh
ingredients, all prepared on site by our
excellent chefs. With the installation
of a top of the range charcoal grill, the
pub has a mouth-watering menu, sure
to make customers want to come back
time and time again.
With the new season comes new
produce, new flavours and fresh
inspiration. The Cams Mill boasts
the most delicious ingredients, local
suppliers and innovative chefs.
The menu is perfectly balanced,
the light succulent fish dishes and
seasonal vegetables compliment
the great flavours of our quality
British reared meat.
A real destination for Fareham’s foodies,
Cams Mill promises fresh, seasonal
produce, crafted into some rather
special dishes by our expert chefs.
As much as possible, we support
local growers and producers while
reducing the journey from field to
plate. Dishes including a 28-day aged
Hampshire grilled steak and traditional
pub classics, combined with stunning
waterfront views make Cams Mill the
perfect place to chill, eat and celebrate
with a great pint of Fuller’s London
Pride or a glass of wine from our
extensive list.
Jason and Sian Smith are ready
and waiting to welcome you with
a warm smile and some great
Fuller’s hospitality.
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221B
Sherlock has become
a global phenomena
with millions of fans
getting turned on
to the idiosyncratic
style of the
master sleuth, thanks to the
brilliant performances of Benedict
Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman.
Sales of Conan-Doyle’s books
have sky-rocketed by 180 per cent
and millions of visits have been
recorded by fans on the trawl for
more information about their hero.
Conan Doyle began his professional
career as a GP in 1882 in Portsmouth –
and while he was here he threw himself
into the life of the city. He was the first
goalkeeper for what is now Portsmouth
Football Club, played cricket and
bowls as well as giving numerous
speeches on hot topics of the day.
And, of course, he began writing fiction
and penned two Sherlock Holmes
stories while living in Portsmouth - A
Study in Scarlet and The Sign of Four.
Senior Archivist of the Arthur Conan
Doyle Collection at Portsmouth
Central Library, Michael Gunton has
his own theory as to how Sherlock
has remained our favourite sleuth.
“It's the sense that if you really
concentrated you could be like
Sherlock Holmes too – it is a fascinating
character who can be young or old,
man or woman and still be Sherlock
Holmes creating order out of chaos.
“That appeals to our senses.”
Portsmouth is lucky enough to be
home to the most wide-ranging Conan
Doyle collection of its kind in the world
– thanks to Richard Lancelyn Green.
He devoted his life to the study of
Sherlock Holmes and Sir Arthur
Conan Doyle, even down to receating
the detective's Baker Street study in
his attic (this now forms part of the
collection). He left his collection to
the city in recognition of the help he
received from the Central Library team.
“We receive a constant steady flow
of researchers wantingto access the
collection, “ explained Michael.
The collection includes first
editions of books, letters and film
and television memorabilia.
Michael's favourite pieces include
the family albums and examples
of how Sherlock Holmes captured
the public imagination from the
word go, appearing in advertising
and even a Snoopy comic strip.
And Michael has been impressed
by the latest interpretation of
the dashing detective.
“The Benedict Cumberbatch
version is very inventive and
there is clear knowledge of the
original stories,“ he said.
Visitors to Portsmouth can track down
the famous detective at the Portsmouth
Museum where their Study in Sherlock:
Uncovering the Arthur Conan Doyle
Collection is open Tuesday to Sunday
10am - 5.30pm April - September
and 10am to 5pm October to March.
Entry is free and all children under 13
must be accompanied by an adult.
EVIDENTLY
– My Dear Watson...
www.portsmouthmuseums.co.uk
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Here’s a handy guide to making the most of your stay in Portsmouth. We’ve a list of must do’s and a few ideas to take you off the beaten track.
The Portsmouth Guest Guide: Itineraries
Itineraries
ITINERARY ONE Seaside Fun for All the Family:The UK’s only island city boasts a
magnificent promenade running
from Eastney to Old Portsmouth.
Along the length of the beach are a
plethora of attractions for all ages – many
evoke memories of traditional seaside
holidays of the past with swan-shaped
pedaloes on Canoe Lake and the nearby
pitch and putt. The Tenth Hole, a popular
cafe sitting alongside the course, is well
known for its eye-poppingly large cakes
and is a great place for breakfast too.
Southsea Castle is the place where
Henry VIII watched the Mary Rose sink,
now it’s a great place to visit and the
kids will have hours of fun exploring
the passages below ground.
The Yellow Kite cafe is based at the castle
and uses the best local fair trade ingredients.
It is a splendid place to stop for a bite to
eat and it’s also worth noting a champagne
bar is open every Friday evening from
6pm to 9pm during the summer.
Every weekend throughout the summer
there is live music from an assortment of
musicians at the Band Stand. Pack a picnic
and prepare to enjoy great music, a party
atmosphere and one of the best backdrops
in the world. (You will see everything from
warships to sailing ships, hovercrafts, ferries
and pleasure boats traversing the Solent).
Clarence Pier boasts fourteen rides and
attractions that will have you screaming
with delight – and just next door you can
see the world’s longest running and only
commercial hovercraft service in Europe.
It is the quickest way to get to the Isle
of Wight and a popular pastime is to
watch as the crafts land on the beach.
There is a fascinating walk from Clarence
Pier to Old Portsmouth. You can follow
the route along the raised section with
the harbour to one side and the old town
to the other and see such landmarks
as Portsmouth Cathedral, the Square
Tower (often open for arts and crafts/
vintage events) and the Round Tower
where generations have welcomed
home their sailor sweethearts, waving
as the navy ships pass close-by.
ITINERARY TWO Shopping, shopping, shopping:There’s no doubting the attraction of
Gunwharf Quays when it comes to
shopping. Once the former home of
HMS Vernon, the Royal Navy’s Torpedo
Branch, the site now boasts 90 designer
outlets at this great location with easy
parking – and after you’ve finished
with the shops, there are wonderful
bars and restaurants to revive you.
Nearby is Commercial Road which
houses all the major high street names
and the Cascades Shopping Centre.
While in Southsea you will find Knight
and Lee (John Lewis) in the Palmerston
Road precinct along with a large
Debenhams department store.
If you prefer to shop in independent
boutiqes, head for Marmion Road and
Albert Road where you will find everything
from antiques, artworks and artisan
chocolates. Take the time to wander
and enjoy the laid-back, atmosphere.
At the end of a shopping spree, make
your way to the Belle Isle in Osborne
Road for great food, a buzzing
atmosphere and a pitcher of Sangria.
ITINERARY THREE Creative Portsmouth:With its long association with great
authors such as Charles Dickens and
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Portsmouth’s
literary heritage is well known.
Rudyard Kipling also lived for a time in
the city, you will find a house in Campbell
Road which bears a blue plaque to mark
his time in the city from 1871-77.
Portsmouth is still a creative city, with
a thriving contemporary art scene.
Turner Prize winning artist Grayson
Perry studied for a BA in fine art at
Portsmouth Polytechnic and it is home
now to a thriving creative scene.
Keep your eyes peeled on a Friday for
pieces of artwork left dotted about the
city for an appreciative audience to take
home. My Dog Sighs (featured on BBC2’s
The Culture Show) is a great proponent
of the free art scheme and you can read
more about him on page 4 or see his work
by visiting www.mydogsighs.co.uk.
On Albert Road, there’s plenty of street art
to admire, remember to look up and you
might see something quite unexpected.
At 1 Albert Road is the immensely popular
Garage Lounge – perfect for morning coffee,
wonderful lunches or fantastic tea and cake.
Or why not wander through the Palmerston
Road precinct to sample the delights
of Like a Teatray in the Sky on Osborne
Road. Great food, lovely people, a fun
vibe and some of the most delightful
crockery you are ever likely to see.
If you want to know more about the
creative vibe going on in Portsmouth look
no further than www.strong-island.co.uk
for all the quirky goings on in the city.
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Take your family for a great day out
across the Solent and enjoy Wightlink’s
best value prices starting at just £48
for the Dimbola Museum & Galleries
experience.
Will you be tempted by the thrill of riding
a cliff top roller coaster? Stepping back
in time to discover the lost world of
dinosaurs? Or walking on the wild side
with white tigers and meerkats?
Whether you prefer theme parks
to animal parks or historic sites to
spectacular beaches, the Isle of Wight
has bucket and spade loads of great
places to visit! So if you’re looking for
affordable days out for the whole family,
the Isle of Wight is the answer.
Getting to the Island with Wightlink from
Portsmouth couldn’t be easier.
Simply take the car from your hotel and
drive onboard. Then, in just 45 minutes,
you’ll arrive in picturesque Fishbourne,
ready to let the adventures begin.
For some destination inspiration, how
about adding one of these family
favourites to your wish list?
Blackgang Chine, a magical cliff top
world with a roller coaster, water slide
and much more. NEW FOR 2014:
Enter through the gates of ‘Restricted
Area 5’ at your own risk!
Amazon World, home to the Island’s
largest collection of exotic animals.
NEW FOR 2014: Toga Beach, home
to our newest arrival of black footed
penguins.
Osborne for a royal tour around
Queen Victoria’s palace by the sea.
NEW FOR 2014: Step into the new
‘Childhood at Osborne’ exhibition to
get a glimmer of the world of royal
childhood for the first time.
The Isle of Wight Steam Railway for
a nostalgic journey and a day you’ll
never forget. NEW FOR 2014: Explore
the Train Story Discovery Centre!
Dinosaur Isle, where footprints
lead to a raawwring good time,
and imaginations run wild. NEW
FOR 2014: The most complete
Valdosaurus skeleton ever found in
the world will be on display!
There are literally hundreds of
attractions, restaurants, award-winning
beaches, miles of picture-perfect
scenery and a great selection of theme
parks and gardens to keep the best fun-
seeking families occupied.
Mums and dads, doting grandparents
and excitable explorers, Wight World
has something for everyone, big or
small. And even if the sun doesn’t
always shine, the rain will never
stop play!
For out of this world adventures at out
of this world prices, get onboard with
Wightlink… where the adventures are
never ending, the sailings are frequent
and the smiles last all day.
P.S. If you’d prefer to be footloose
and fancy free, our passenger-only
catamarans from Portsmouth Harbour
will get you to Ryde Pier Head in
22 minutes! Then you’re free to explore
the Island at your leisure. Just turn up
at port and step onboard! Check our
website for the latest foot passenger
ticket information.
Prices from less than
£7 per person with ferry
travel and attraction
entry included!*
To book visit
wightlink.co.uk/wightworld
or call 0871 376 1000† † Calls cost 7p per minute plus network extras and may be recorded for monitoring and training purposes.
* Full Wight World terms and conditions can be found online at wightlink.co.uk/wightworld and on the advert on the back page of this publication.
We’ve joined forces with the Isle of Wight’s top attractions to bring you great value Wight World Days Out, all with day return ferry travel for a car and up to seven passengers PLUS entry to the attraction included!
One family ticket. One amazing all-inclusive price. A whole world of adventures!
WIGHT WORLD ADVENTURES with Wightlink from £48*
Image © Blackgang Chine: Restricted Area 5
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From coast to countryside, whether your passion is heritage, culture, shopping or a fun-filled family day out, the world-renowned Hamble Valley has it all. Located west of Portsmouth, this area of outstanding natural beauty is quite literally at your feet.Known as the Strawberry Coast, The
Hamble Valley is set alongside the
stunning River Hamble, tucked between
the bustling cities of Southampton,
Winchester and Portsmouth
and stretching along 25 miles of
Hampshire’s coastline.
There is so much on offer with a variety
of unique family attractions from Manor
Farm, the Victorian working farm which
was the setting for the BBC’s Wartime
Farm series to Bursledon Windmill
and Bursledon Brickworks. Discover
delightfully quaint villages and charming
towns and over 1500 acres of unspoilt
countryside with five country parks.
Enjoy beautiful waterside vistas and
amble through woodlands, marshes and
meadows on one of the many walking
trails including the Strawberry Trail,
a long distance walk along the River
Hamble, the Cobbett Trail, a short walk
around the village of Botley and the
Hamble Rail Trail.
Hamble River events take place
throughout the year, attracting
world class yachtsmen and racing
enthusiasts. Competition within the
sailing world is strong and many sailors
come to showcase their skills.
Events include Hamble Week, the
Hamble Winter & Spring Series, the
Bursledon Regatta and national World
Series competitions.
The essence of a sailing lifestyle
is captured through the marinas,
chandleries, restaurants and boutiques,
located along the shoreline. Indeed,
numerous opportunities present
themselves to way anchor and
investigate the local vintage ales.
The Hamble Valley welcomes families
and is a child-friendly destination with
plenty of free and low cost activities to
keep the young and the young at hear
entertained.
Whether you are on a romantic short
break or visiting for the week with
a young family, you’ll wish you had
discovered the Hamble Valley sooner.
For further information on
glorious days out on the
River Hamble or your personal
journey through the
Hamble Valley, visit
www.hamblevalley.comFollow us on Twitter @HambleValley
Share some family time
Great places to eat
Walk along the river
Heritage
See more of the Hamble Valley and take a virtual tour by scanning this QR code.
The Portsmouth Guest Guide: Out and About
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WIGHT WORLD. One family ticket. One amazing price.
Fun, affordable and out of this world! Book your Wight World adventure today.
wightlink.co.uk/wightworldor call 0871 376 1000†
Our all-inclusive Wight World Days Out include return ferry travel to the Isle of Wight for a car and up to seven people, plus entrance to your chosen attraction for everyone!* Take more friends and family and enjoy better value prices than ever before! Choose from one of many top Island attractions and drive onboard to discover a whole world of fun, adventure, history, animals, theme parks and gardens… for a whole lot less!
T&Cs: † Calls cost 7p per minute plus network extras and may be recorded for monitoring and training purposes. * Wight World Days Out include day return ferry travel for a car, driver and up to six passengers plus entrance to an Isle of Wight attraction for up to seven people. The £48 rate relates to the Dimbola Museum & Galleries experience. Most Wight World Days Out are valid from 1 April 2014 until 2 November 2014, subject to a variable and limited allocation and can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please check with individual attractions prior to travel as opening times vary and supplements may apply for special events. Valid for vehicles up to 5m in length and 2.24m in height. Vehicles over 5m / less than 6m in length and over 2.24m in height not taxed as a commercial vehicles will be charged a supplement. Excludes mini-bus / mini-coach, commercial vehicles over 5m / any vehicle over 6m. Terms and conditions apply and can be found at www.wightlink.co.uk/wightworld. E&OE.