Hampshire - England - United Kingdom

The county of Hampshire positioned on the South Coast of England in the United kingdom offers a wealth of treasures, with it's rolling countryside, many beaches, beauitful gardens and pretty villages to ancient forests, busy market towns, historic ships, important ports and imposing castles just waiting for you to visit.

It is also the county where Chandlers Ford is located for those who are looking at this website from other parts of the world.

Hampshire is also home to the Royal Navy and Army, It has long played a prominent role in the defence of the England and the United Kingdom. In this county you can discover our exciting military legacy! Hampshire also have a rich variety of museums showing the breadth of its history from Roman times to the present day, as well as sites of historical and archaeological interest.

County town of Winchester

Within the county lies the ancient capital of England, Winchester, famed for its beautiful cathedral, King Arthur's legendary Round Table and has been attracting visitors for centuries, including the poet Keats who wrote his Ode to Autumn, while staying in the city.

Many other Attractions

The New Forest National Park was created in March 2005 but in 1079 it was part of a hunting area for William the Conqueror and is now where the famous New Forest ponies roam freely. You can enjoy a bike ride or stroll accross the wide open spaces. It is the eighth national park in England, the first in the south-east of England and the first to be created for nearly 50 years.

Portsmouth is the United Kingdom's only island city, this maritime destination is steeped in history, with waterside living and has fascinating places to visit including the Historic Dockyard, which is home to HMS Victory.

There are many varried and interesting places to see and experience in Hampshire and If you live in or have visited the county and would like to share with others the beauty and attractions of this part of Britain, you are invited to write an article for chandlersford.org.uk.

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