Best spots to visit in Hampshire according to readers

The Herald Scotland

4 days ago

If you're visiting, it might be a hard job to pick where to go, as there are plenty of places rich in history or full of natural beauty to choose from.
Due to the abundance of choice, it might pose the question of what the ultimate place to visit in Hampshire is.
Therefore, we decided to ask Daily Echo readers to share the one place they would recommend people to go to in the county.
The one place people need to visit in Hampshire according to readers
There was quite a variety of comments left on the Facebook post, ranging from picturesque natural beauty spots to points of historical interest.
King Arthur's Round Table in Winchester was mentioned by one reader for the latter point, which is part of the Great Hall at Westgate Museum.
It is said to be "one of the finest medieval halls in England", which was built as part of Winchester Castle by William the Conqueror.
Its website adds: "Step inside the legendary Great Hall and marvel at its soaring arches, rich history and the iconic Round Table, linked to King Arthur's legend in popular fiction, and walk through the formidable Westgate, where echoes of centuries past still linger in the stone."
On the more natural side of things, Exbury Gardens in the New Forest was highlighted by one reader.
Exbury Gardens were highlighted for their natural beauty (Image: Stuart Talbot/Camera Club)
Its website says it contains "200 acres of woodland, herbaceous and formal gardens to enjoy".
Other features include a narrow-gauge steam railway, a play area, a log trail and riverside walks, making it perfect for a day out.
Royal Victoria Country Park in Netley Abbey was also brought up, which offers a mixture of nature and history to explore.
Located on the shores of Southampton Water, it comprises around 200 acres, mixing up parkland, woodland and a shingle beach.
Visitors can also explore The Chapel, which was once part of the Royal Victoria Military Hospital.
Royal Victoria Country Park has lots to explore (Image: Alison Treacher/Camera Club)
Here you can learn about the people who worked and were treated at the hospital, and go to the top of the 150-foot chapel tower.
Some readers brought up individual villages as being among the best places to visit in Hampshire, which included Milford-on-Sea, Bucklers Hard and Burley.
In terms of museums, Southampton's SeaCity Museum, which tells the story of the Titanic in relation to the city, and the Beaulieu Motor Museum were recommended.
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Southampton's Mayflower Theatre was highlighted by one reader, with Winchester Cathedral and Portsmouth's historic dockyard also included.
One person went for a slightly different tack in suggesting The Joiners, which is a small music venue in Southampton.
This grassroots spot has seen plenty of legendary bands play there, including Oasis, The Verve, The Wombats, Two Door Cinema Club, The 1975, Radiohead and many more.