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Sandy toes, fabulous festivals, balmy evenings, and outdoor fun – it feels like summer! Read on for beach bucketloads of ideas and inspiration for how to enjoy those warm summer days and nights here in Hampshire.

May is National Walking Month so it’s a great time of year to lace up those boots and step out to explore Hampshire on foot.

From woodland wanders to riverside strolls and countryside rambles to city ambles, here are five of our favourite walks to try in Hampshire this May.

If you love a good old camping trip but are looking for a more peaceful way to spend time in the great outdoors then why not consider an adult only campsite?

Perched on a peninsula, Hamble is one of the south coast's most picturesque villages with a cobbled street, traditional maritime buildings, and sparkling waterways where the River Hamble meets the Solent.

If you love a spot of thrifting or hunting for a bargain then you are in luck – there are some amazing car boot sales found in Hampshire, perfect for picking up nearly-new homeware, clothing, toys and much more. Whether you are buying or selling, discover our top picks for car booting across Hampshire. 

As Sir David Attenborough celebrates his 100th birthday on 8 May 2026, it’s the perfect moment to reflect on the natural world that the great naturalist and broadcaster has spent a lifetime sharing.

Here are 10 of our favourite wild and wonderful places to visit in Hampshire that echo Sir David Attenborough’s values of curiosity, care, and conservation.

Make way for marvellous May, with two bank holidays and a half term holiday, this month is action-packed! Here are our top picks of what’s on and things to do in Hampshire this May.

Much like the löyly (wood-fired steam) that rises within their aromatic walls, sauna culture is on the up in the UK.

From coast to countryside, Hampshire has a superb selection of outdoor saunas to soothe, steam, and combine with a cold-water dip.

Fun doesn’t have to be pricey. There are so many fabulous things to do in Hampshire that won’t burn a big hole in your wallet so we’ve rounded up ten terrific things you can do for a tenner or less in the county.

What can twenty pounds buy you in Hampshire?  The answer is a whole lotta fun!

We’ve done the research for you and summed up twenty tremendous things you can do for twenty pounds in Hampshire — and most of them will leave you plenty of change to buy a cuppa in the café too!

Longer days, blooming gardens, and warmth in the air – spring into a new season with these super springtime things to see and do in Hampshire.

Looking for overnight stays in incredible locations for the lowest price?  Hampshire has you covered.