Hurrah! The month of two bank holidays is upon us and if you are looking for things to do, places to stay and bank holiday events to attend, you have come to the right place.

 

Click here for our 2019 May Bank Holiday Guide

May Bank Holiday Short Breaks in Hampshire

Planning a Bank Holiday getaway? Hampshire is home to two National Parks, a scenic coastline, vibrant towns and cities, top family attractions and quality accommodation, making it a must visit. The May Bank Holidays are the perfect opportunity to take a mini camping break and Hampshire is home to a number of excellent campsites. If you don't like the idea of camping there is plenty of alternative accommodation to choose from.

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Top Bank Holiday Events in Hampshire

From festivals and sporting events to family activities and country shows you’ll find a number of May Bank Holiday events to keep the whole family entertained.

• Poppies: Wave at Fort Nelson – 5^th, 6^th and 7^th May
• MAYDAY! Emergency Services Weekend at Winchester Science Centre – 5^th and 6^th May
• Beltain Festival at Butser Ancient Farm – 5^th May
• Simply Ford at Beaulieu, Home of the National Motor Museum – 6^th May
• Hampshire Country Fair at Netley Marsh Showground – 6^th and 7^th May
• British Street Food Festival and Competition at Gunwharf Quays – 26^th, 27^th and 28^th May
• Top Trumps Challenge at Marwell Zoo – 26^th, 27^th and 28^th May
• Common People Southampton at Southampton Common – 26^th and 27^th May
• Nature Festival at Gilbert White and The Oates Collections - 28^th May
• Love your Zoo Week at Birdworld – 28^th May
• Harbour Life Half Term Activities at Emirates Spinnaker Tower – 26^th, 27^th and 28^th May

For a full guide to what’s on over the May bank holiday weekends visit our what’s on guide.

Bank Holiday Days Out in Hampshire

Hampshire is home to a number of amazing attractions offering memorable days out for the whole family. You’ll find country parks, zoos, museums, theme parks, gardens, stately homes and many more.

See all of attractions in Hampshire

Want to get outdoors over the Bank Holiday weekends? Hampshire is famous for its cycling, whether you are looking for long distant road cycling, mountain biking or off road family cycling.

Visit our Cycling in Hampshire website for further information

Explore the county by foot and enjoy walks through scenic countryside, National Parks or along the coastline. For something a little more adventurous over the bank holidays why not pay a visit to the New Forest Water Park, Go Ape or book a session on the water with the New Forest Stand up Paddle Sport Company.

Looking for places to eat over the May Bank Holiday weekends? Check out of food and drink pages.

Don’t forget to tag us in your Bank Holiday Hampshire snaps on Instagram by using #VisitHampshire.