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Welcome to Hampshire's Countryside

Hampshire’s Countryside contains a wealth of Timeless Treasures . From the picturesque villages of the Test Valley in the west to the magnificent chalk hills of the South Downs in the east, Hampshire’s Countryside has something for everyone.

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Test Valley: Get away from it all with a visit to the Test Valley. A stunning rural landscape in Northwest Hampshire, where the famous River Test meanders through a valley of ancient woodlands, water meadows and rolling chalk hills.
The North Wessex Downs: The North Wessex Downs offers a unique landscape that lies at the hub of the chalk landscapes of southern England.
The South Downs: Escape to the South Downs and become revitalised in this peaceful and relaxing part of Hampshire. The stunning landscape of the South Downs charms and enriches.
About Us: The Hampshire's Countryside consortium covers the areas of East Hampshire, Test Valley and North Hampshire. The local authorities in these areas work together to promote Hampshire's Countryside as a place to visit.

Photo competition

Amateur and professional photographers have an opportunity to capture the spirit of North Hampshire area in an exclusive photographic contest.

Where to Stay

Hampshire's Countryside has a wide selection of accommodation, including luxury hotels, friendly B&Bs, self-catering cottages and camping sites. Accommodation can be booked direct with the establishment or through the Tourist Information Centres .

Accommodation Ratings: All the accommodation featured on this website has been quality assessed by either VisitBritain * or the AA , or has recently applied for a rating and is awaiting assessment.
Accommodation Search: Please use the green search box on the right hand side of this page to look for quality assessed accommodation in Hampshire's Countryside.
How to Book: You can choose the accommodation you wish to stay in from this website and book direct with the establishment.
Accommodation in Basingstoke: We offer a broad selection of hotels, guest houses and B&Bs in and around Basingstoke. All our accommodation is quality assessed by either Visit Britain or the AA, with options to suit all budgets.
Accommodation in Petersfield: You can chose from the country house style of Langrish House, welcoming b&bs and high quality self catering accommodation.
Bed and breakfast in Alton: We have a wide range of quality assured B&Bs in Alton, that offer a friendly welcome and traditional Hampshire hospitality.
Bed and breakfast in Andover: You will find a large selection of quality assured B&Bs in Andover and its surrounding villages in the heart of the attractive Test Valley.
Bed and breakfast in Basingstoke: There are plenty of comfortable and friendly quality assured B&Bs in the Basingstoke area. These include Whitchurch, Overton and Dummer.
Bed and breakfast in Petersfield: Set in the rolling hills of the South Downs, the market town of Petersfield and its surrounding villages offers a wide selection of B&Bs.
Bed and breakfast in Romsey: Located on the banks of the River Test, the market town of Romsey offers a wide range of B&Bs to visitors. All have been quality assessed so you can expect a high standard of comfort and a warm welcome.
Bed and breakfast in Stockbridge: We feature two quality assured B&Bs in the delightful town of Stockbridge in the heart of the Test Valley.
Guest House accommodation in Basingstoke: If you are looking for accommodation in Basingstoke with a homely feel, try our friendly guesthouses. They are smaller then Hotels and offer a more personal service. There are couple of quality graded guest houses in and around Basingstoke.
Hotels in Basingstoke: With a range of hotels and B&Bs , Basingstoke is an ideal base for exploring the charming Hampshire countryside. It boasts a great location, excellent shopping and attractions including the Leisure Park and Milestones, Hampshire's living history museum.
Self catering in Alton: Alton and its surrounding villages offer a number of self-catering cottages. All listed here have been quality assured so you can expect a high standard of comfort.
Self catering in Petersfield: Petersfield and its surrounding villages offer a number of self-catering cottages. All listed here have been quality assured so you can expect a high standard of comfort.
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What to See & Do

There is plenty to see and do in Hampshire's Countryside. From Aldershot's army heritage to Jane Austen's house at Chawton, you'll never be bored in Hampshire.

Timeless Treasures: Inspiration for Richard Adams' Watership Down, Jane Austen and Gilbert White, Hampshire's countryside woos and captivates the imagination.
What to do in the Summer Holidays: If you have young children to keep entertained during the summer, there's plenty going on in Hampshire's Countryside. Try a visit to Birdworld for a Teddy Bears Picnic or a Pirates Fun Day .
Towns and Villages: From rolling hills to river valleys, Hampshire's diverse landscape is dotted with bustling towns and quintessential English villages waiting for you to discover them.
Attractions: From wildlife centres, theme parks, nature reserves and stately homes to family trips, sports activities and gardens - Hampshire's countryside has it all.
Special Offers: To take advantage of our fabulous special offers, click on the 'download discount voucher' links, print out and redeem the vouchers at the venues.
Events: The Farnborough International Airshow will once again grace the skies of Hampshire in 2008 with some exhilarating air displays from 19 July.
Heritage: Historic Houses, heritage trails and museums are just a few of the cultural attractions that await visitors to Hampshire's Countryside.
Jane Austen: Jane Austen, whose books are admired for their wit and social observation, was born and lived most of her life in Hampshire.
Activities: Leave the hustle and bustle of modern living behind and ease into a different pace to discover the beauty of Hampshire's countryside.
Eating Out: Food, glorious food is abundant in Hampshire's Countryside. From traditional tearooms to gastronomic award winning restaurants there is no shortage of quality eating places to whet your appetite.
Shopping & Markets: You'll be spoilt for shopping choice in Hampshire's countryside. Whatever you're looking for, we have shopping to suit all tastes.

Visitor Information

Only an hour from London and with easy access from the M3 corridor, the A3 and the A303, Hampshire has excellent road links as well as regular train services throughout the south.

Business Visitors: With excellent access to M3 motorway and Heathrow, Southampton and Farnborough Airports, the major towns of Andover, Alton, Basingstoke, Farnborough and Petersfield are popular business tourism areas.
Contact Us: To help us deal efficiently with your enquiry or comment, the links on this page will take you to the appropriate Tourism Officer within Hampshire's Countryside area.
How to get to Hampshire: Hampshire's Countryside is accessible by car, rail or coach and less than 1 hour's drive from London, Oxford and Portsmouth. By road - Main towns accessible from along the M3, A3 and A303.
Join our mailing list: If you want to be kept uptodate with the latest news and special offers from Hampshire's Countryside, please complete the attached form.
Order a Brochure: Visit our Order a Brochure page.
Tourist Information Centres: Our Tourist Information Centres have a wide range of information to help you enjoy your stay in Hampshire's Countryside.

Members Area

Hampshire's Countryside is a tourism partnership between Test Valley Borough Council, East Hampshire District Council, Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council and Rushmoor Borough Council.

Local Industry: Welcome to the official tourism website for North Hampshire, East Hampshire and Test Valley. Our site went live in October 2007. We work in partnership to deliver the most up-to-date and comprehensive information to visitors.
North Hampshire Tourism: My name is Monika Materna-Brossier and I'm the North Hampshire Tourism Assistant. My role is to help promote Basingstoke and Deane, Rushmoor and Hart to visitors, and provide support to tourism businesses.
Test Valley Tourism: Test Valley Tourism is a partnership between Test Valley Borough Council and the local tourism industry. The partnership was launched in May 1999 to ensure a co-ordinated approach to tourism development and promotion.

About Us

The Hampshire's Countryside consortium covers the areas of East Hampshire, Test Valley and North Hampshire. The local authorities in these areas work together to promote Hampshire's Countryside as a place to visit.

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