This quaint Tudor-style museum contains a minstrel's gallery, creaky floorboards, old kitchens and one of Henry VIII's cannons, among thousands of other artifacts. It also allegedly contains the ghost of Anne Boleyn, who stayed here with Henry when the house was owned by Sir Richard Lyster, Lord Chief Justice of England. There is a replica Tudor-style garden at the back featuring a mulberry tree planted by Huguenots in 1570 that drips with fruit in the summer. On sunny days the garden is full of scented herbs and flowers, making it perfect for some quiet contemplation.
Jane Austen's House Museum is a must-see for literary buffs. Jane Austen moved here from Southampton in 1809 and began writing again, revising Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice and Mansfield Park. You can see where Jane wrote, sewed, made wine and enjoyed gardening. Her music book, a dress she wore, a quilt she stitched and the work table where she wrote her books are all on display. You can also see her donkey carriage - the door still creaks out a warning, as it did when Jane hastily hid her writing from visitors.
The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu has a collection of old and unique vehicles unlike any other museum in the world. Whether you are visiting the museum for entertainment or for education, it is an interesting and fun experience either way! The National Motor Museum holds about 250 vehicles, from antique cars to speedy record breakers. To see everything in between, pay this spot a visit.
This 16th-century fort in Southsea was built by Henry VIII in 1545 to protect Portsmouth from invading armadas. Today it houses an exhibition on the military history of the town of Portsmouth. Visitors to the castle enjoy an audio-visual show and static reconstructed scenes that give an idea of how life in the castle was during the 16th century. There are also displays of artillery, plus underground tunnels to explore.
Solent Sky - Hall of Aviation is a must-see for aviation buffs and a great tribute to one of Southampton's heroes, R J Mitchell, the designer of the legendary Spitfire, which was built in Southampton. Exhibits at the museum include a real Sandringham flying boat, a Spitfire and 13 other aircraft, plus masses of photos, models and engines. After taking in the exhibitions, why not stroll across to Ocean Village for a look at the yachts.
This museum in Southsea is dedicated to D-Day, the world's largest-ever seaborne invasion. Visitors are treated to the famous Overlord Embroidery, together with several fascinating audio-visual presentations and are provided with an insight into the everyday sights and sounds of wartime Britain. Examples of British military equipment and vehicles are on display, along with the personal memories of those who lived through the experience of the invasion.
The Royal Green Jackets Museum is a museum that documents the glorious military campaigns of the regiments that combined to make up the famous Royal Green Jackets. There are nine battle models on show including a magnificent diorama of the Battle of Waterloo, which contains model soldiers and horses plus a sound and light commentary. Over thirty Victoria Crosses are on display in their campaign cases and the museum also features uniforms, weapons, paintings and sporting memorabilia. Visitors can even fire a replica Baker Rifle on an electronic rifle range. The museum is located inside the Peninsula Barracks at Winchester.
Situated on the northern frontiers of Portchester, Fort Nelson was built in 1867 by Lord Palmerston on the orders of the Royal Commission of the United Kingdom in a bid to deter foreign powers from invading their lands. Tours around the fort help you learn about the history of artillery, from ancient ornate weapons to modern firing systems, at this museum. You can also explore the fort's 19th Century underground tunnels, while regular artillery is in action too. Exhibitions such as Decorative Armour of the Knights of Malta are regularly held, along with special theme events like Thundering Hooves.
This quaint Tudor-style museum contains a minstrel's gallery, creaky floorboards, old kitchens and one of Henry VIII's cannons, among thousands of other artifacts. It also allegedly contains the ghost of Anne Boleyn, who stayed here with Henry when the house was owned by Sir Richard Lyster, Lord Chief Justice of England. There is a replica Tudor-style garden at the back featuring a mulberry tree planted by Huguenots in 1570 that drips with fruit in the summer. On sunny days the garden is full of scented herbs and flowers, making it perfect for some quiet contemplation.
Jane Austen's House Museum is a must-see for literary buffs. Jane Austen moved here from Southampton in 1809 and began writing again, revising Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice and Mansfield Park. You can see where Jane wrote, sewed, made wine and enjoyed gardening. Her music book, a dress she wore, a quilt she stitched and the work table where she wrote her books are all on display. You can also see her donkey carriage - the door still creaks out a warning, as it did when Jane hastily hid her writing from visitors.
This award-winning museum holds materials from major archaeological sites in Salisbury and South Wiltshire. Salisbury Museum houses finds from Stonehenge and Old Sarum, while displays document the history of both early man and the Romans and the Saxons. Notable attractions include ceramics and glass from the Victorian era, a display of hundreds of Wedgwood pieces and a magnificent collection of costumes. The museum has won six awards for its displays and can be found close to the grounds of Salisbury Cathedral.