Hampshire Holiday Packages

Holidays Hampshire

Can’t decide between an urban adventure and a relaxing, scenic escape? With Hampshire packages, you don’t have to.

Hampshire county is the UK you’ve seen on postcards: grazing horses, green meadows and whimsical villages. Plus, it’s just over 100 km from London, so you can enjoy the English countryside without being too far from the big city.

Things to Do in Hampshire

New Forest National Park is one of the main attractions of Hampshire holidays (William the Conqueror, who set it aside for hunting almost a thousand years ago, can’t be wrong). It’s one of southern England’s largest protected pasturelands, complete with free-roaming ponies. Rent a bicycle or take a horseback ride and try to find the famous grey New Forest pony, with its shock of blond mane, or shaggy Galloway cattle. Don’t want to lift a toe? Hop on the open-air bus for a little guidance (and service!).

The seaside city of Portsmouth is a must for your Hampshire holiday itinerary. Think you “know the ropes”? Learn the origin of this phrase as you walk in the footsteps of an elite Victorian-era sailor on board the HMS Warrior, which was the most powerful warship in the world when it set sail in 1860. And if you’ve always wanted to be a viscount (and who hasn’t?), take a trip through the National Museum of the Royal Navy to learn about one of Britain’s most legendary sea captains.

Shopping, Dining & Nightlife

Hampshire deals will leave you plenty of pounds for retail therapy. For upscale shopping, head to West Quay shopping centre in the popular port city of Southampton. Love to browse? The town of Basingstoke, in the northern part of the county, is the quintessential British village. Locally made tea, beer or wine from the farmers markets are the perfect gift for co-workers (or just yourself!). Then find wool sweaters, British porcelain and more at the independent boutiques.

In Southampton, dine at Michelin-starred inns or in a clifftop pub serving up classic British meat pies. In the northern village of Stockbridge, dig in to fresh smoked trout topped with the region’s famous watercress. This town of 750 has won awards for its famous High Street, which is chockablock with farm-to-fork dining and cute cafes. Check out Wotif’s sweet Hampshire car rentals so you can get down on a serious food tour.

From jazz to cigars (or both!), plus neon-decorated discos where you can party the night away, a dinner in Southampton will put you in the best nightlife neighbourhood, too. Portsmouth has plenty of action as well, and if you’re in the northern part of the county, you’ll find proper country pubs and comedy clubs purveying that quirky British charm. And since you’re probably flying through England’s capital, look into our London deals and stay a while. That’s where the nightlife really heats up.

What’s Next?

Got visions of afternoon tea, rolling hills and friendly neighbours? Wotif’s Hampshire holiday packages are sure to have just what you’re looking for. Save time and cash by mixing and matching airfares and hotels, and kick off your next getaway today!