Blog (Activities) - Visit Hampshire

Many people will have seen the news and images of the ongoing wildfire in the New Forest, which has affected heathland to the north of Ringwood and resulted in the closure of the A31. Discover ways in which you can support businesses in the New Forest National Park. 

Splish, splash, splosh – summer is here, and if you’re in need of a dip to cool down, lido back and enjoy these Hampshire swimming pools, water parks, and splash pads.

With summer heatwaves becoming more common, knowing where to escape the hottest part of the day can make all the difference. Fortunately, Hampshire is home to a fantastic selection of indoor attractions where you can stay cool while enjoying everything from fascinating museums and historic buildings to hands-on family attractions and exciting indoor activities.

School’s out for summer and a month packed full of festivals, events, sport, and activities lies ahead throughout awesome August in Hampshire.

Here are our top picks of what’s on and things to do in Hampshire this August.

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.

Is that the sound of sleigh bells? It’s the most wonderful time of the year and Santa Claus is coming to towns across Hampshire this December with plenty of cheerful opportunities to meet the man himself.

If the summer holidays have you pondering (or panicking) about what to do to keep the children entertained, fear not! We’ve done the summer research for you and pulled together our top family things to do this summer holidays in Hampshire.

Summer is in full swing, the school holidays start at the end of the month, and jubilant July brings an abundance of festival fun, exciting events, and outdoor adventures.

Here are our top picks of what’s on and things to do in Hampshire this July.

Pick your own or take your pic amongst the lofty blooms, Hampshire’s sunny south coast climate is great news for anthophiles as summer here heralds several spectacular sunflower fields that pop up across the county every August – here are five of our faves.

Buckets and spades at the ready – looking for a beach day without the crowds? Hampshire’s coastline is dotted with some lovely and lesser-known beaches where you can find your very own spot on the sand for the day – here are five of our faves.  

Looking for great value family days out this summer? Some attractions across Hampshire are helping visitors make the most of the school holidays by passing on savings following the Government's temporary reduction in VAT on admissions to qualifying family attractions.

Hampshire's adventure playgrounds deliver big days out for families, whether you're after treetop zip lines, animal-themed climbing frames or a free community play site where kids can run wild. From wildlife parks with sprawling outdoor play zones to inclusive woodland spaces with something for every age, here's where to head when the kids need to burn off some energy.