Blog (September 2023) - Visit Hampshire

Stroll through fields dotted with orange and take some gourd-geous photos – from traditional pick-your-own farms to Halloween mazes and trails, these top pumpkin picking places in Hampshire are sure to hit the spot.

With Halloween fast approaching, it’s got us thinking about some of the spookiest and most haunted places in Hampshire. Get your chill on and find out more about the fascinating history of some of the ghosts and ghouls that haunt Hampshire’s buildings. 

Love everything supernatural? Then be sure to check out some of the ghost tours that are available here in Hampshire.

Hampshire visitors and residents are being encouraged to use the county’s buses over the next few months to explore some of Hampshire’s amazing attractions and take advantage of the Government’s £2 bus fare cap which is in place until the end of December 2024. 

Like many parts of the UK, Hampshire is awash with a rich history. But have you ever wanted to stay immersed in the stories and times gone by? Get a real feel for some of Hampshire’s history by booking one of these special places to stay. Discover more about times gone by and what makes this part of the world just so amazing.  

From seasoned swimmers to those dipping their toes into the water for the first time, wild swimming has gained popularity thanks to its much-documented health benefits and all-round feel-good factors.

Autumn offers relatively milder water temperatures thanks to its preceding summer months, along with the satisfaction of cosying up after your plunge with a warm jumper and a hot drink.