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Book a Hampshire hotel to experience the scenery that inspired the creative minds of national treasures Jane Austen and Charles Dickens. Explore the great maritime history of Portsmouth or follow in the footsteps of Alfred the Great's footsteps in Winchester. Hampshire is a largely rural county, which has for centuries relied on agriculture and raw materials to build up the local economy. If you want a bit of variety, however, book a Best Western hotel in Hampshire near Portsmouth or Southampton, two of the most important port cities in England.

Town and city breaks in Hampshire

Dotted throughout the South Downs are numerous quaint towns and villages. Some of the larger towns worth visiting include Basingstoke, a great shopping destination; Waterlooville, named after a small group of soldiers who decided to celebrate their victory over Napoleon in the town centre; Aldershot, an important army town; Fleet and Fareham.
The county town of Hampshire is the lovely Winchester, the former capital city of England that dates back to Roman times. Best Western hotels in Hampshire are ideally placed for a quick day trip into the magical administrative centre. The city is steeped in history and there is plenty to do and see. Anyone interested in religious buildings when booking a Hampshire hotel, should certainly visit Winchester Cathedral, one of the most famous in the country. It is one of the largest cathedrals in Europe and attracts a number of visitors due to its impressive array of tombs (Jane Austen, numerous kings and queens and many more), as well as featuring in several works of fiction including Anthony Trollope's the 'Chronicles of Barsetshire,' and used in the 2005 feature film 'The Da Vinci Code.'
Winchester has for years hosted several popular festivals and fetes. If you're a fan of local culture and socialising, book a Hampshire hotel in early July to come and enjoy the famous 'Hat Festival', a famous celebration of the arts and UK's longest running festival of street theatre, comedy and music. The city is also home to one of the UK's largest and most successful farmers' markets, which take place on two Sundays every month - certainly worth a visit!

Holidays in the Hampshire countryside

The county contains the beautiful, rolling hills of the South Downs, and the luscious New Forest. It is a beautiful and picturesque place shrouded in mystery, where traditional English villages nestle peacefully amid the charming, delicate countryside. Nature lovers should look to the New Forest when choosing a Best Western hotel in Hampshire, for a calming stay in a beautiful national park teaming with flora and fauna. The Forest used to be William the Conqueror's hunting ground and is still home to most of the remaining Wild Boar in England as well as a large, free-roaming herd of Red Deer, including more than 6,500 stags during busy seasons. It's also known for its ponies, which wander freely through the trees and the surrounding fields.
For history buffs, Hampshire has plenty to offer. Take the charming steam train along the 'Watercress Line,' the train that transported watercress and military personal to London during the late-1800s. Visit the oldest working silk mill in the country near Andover, which puts on temporary exhibitions and rests by a babbling brook. Milestones, a museum near Basingstoke,' puts on historical shows in which costumed actors bring the past to life.

Beach holidays in Hampshire

The county's long coastline and easy access to the sea makes it the perfect destination for a break by the beach. Book a Best Western Hampshire hotel near the south coast and visit Hayling Island for a real treat. With its white sandy beaches and glistening blue waters, staying here for beach and seaside fun has been recommended by the 'MSC's Good Beach Guide.' Barton-on-Sea, located on the far west of the Hampshire shore, is home to numerous, beautiful Cliffside walks, with breath-taking views and a bracing breeze.

Attractions in Hampshire

Stay at a Hampshire hotel close to historic homes like Beaulieu Castle with its National Motor Museum. Follow in Jane Austen's footsteps, from childhood in Alton, her final years in Chawton and resting place in Winchester Cathedral. The county is home to many orchestras, choirs and musicians. The Hampshire County Youth Orchestra is based at Thornden Hall while the County Youth Choir is based in Winchester Mind your head on Nelson's HMS Victory at Portsmouth as they were much shorter in Nelson's day! Book a hotel in Hampshire with Best Western to experience first hand the place that nurtured and influenced such talent and creativity.

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BEST WESTERN Forest Lodge

Lyndhurst

BEST WESTERN Royal Beach Hotel

Portsmouth

BEST WESTERN Chilworth Manor Hotel

Southampton

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