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With summer gradually ebbing away, your Hampshire adventures need not stop. As autumn approaches, you'll find plenty of cosy places to stay for a night or two. Spend your days exploring Hampshire's autumn landscapes, from crunching through fallen leaves on a countryside walk to sampling some of the county's finest local food and drink. Then, retreat to a cosy cottage, luxury hotel, glamping stay or country inn at the end of the day.

Christmas can be an expensive time of year, but keeping everyone entertained over the festive break doesn’t have to cost a fortune. From winter walks and twinkling Christmas lights to free museums, festive events and days out in the great outdoors, there are plenty of free things to do in Hampshire over the Christmas holidays.

Discover 24 of the best things to do in Hampshire this Christmas 2026, from Christmas markets and light trails to Santa visits, pantomimes and festive family days out.

Illuminate your imagination with neon trains, glowing gardens, and twinkling woodland – these winter light trails in Hampshire are sure to bring beaming smiles all around, just add hot chocolate and woolly hats.

Whether you are looking for a multi-generational festive break or a romantic and cosy Christmas break for two, there is a wide range of choice when it comes to Christmas and New Year breaks here in Hampshire. We’ve cherrypicked some festive break ideas which will no doubt make your Christmas stay in Hampshire a special one.  

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. 

Get your skates on, ice rink season is here! Nothing says winter wonderland like gliding across a sparkling ice skating rink with friends. From frozen pop-ups to permanent ice-covered surfaces, Hampshire has a great selection of places to lace up those skates and take to the ice.

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.

Beat the heat with these cool Hampshire escapes, from splash parks and ice rinks to shady forests, underground forts and air-conditioned museums.

Rather than plan a big honeymoon right after their wedding, many couples are choosing a shorter, minimoon break instead. Booking a minimoon can help save some of the costs associated with weddings, allow you to spend time together and still enjoy a romantic escape for two. See why Hampshire makes a great minimoon spot. 

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.