Hampshire

Beaulieu is a multi-award winning attraction with so much to offer, starting with over 250 vehicles and a wealth of interactive displays at the National Motor Museum. Visitors can also get a fascinating look into Palace House, the Montagu family home since 1538 and their collection of family treasures; and walk amongst the stunning ruins of Beaulieu Abbey where medieval monks lived over 800 years ago.

Also in the heart of the New Forest, on the banks of the Beaulieu River is Buckler's Hard. The Museum here provides chance to discover the history of this unique 18th century shipbuilding village, the story of its ships, and the residents who lived and worked here.

The Army Flying Museum is the perfect place to explore the history of army aviation, with an extensive collection of over 35 aircraft on display charting over 100 years. Also to the north of Hampshire is one of the county's hidden gems, Whitchurch Silk Mill, a 19th century water mill that weaves English silk fabrics still using machinery from that period.

Expect to a blast to your senses with authentic sights, sounds and smells at the Bursledon Brickwork Museum. The UK's sole surviving Victorian steam-driven brickworks provides opportunity to get close to the massive brick making machines and see how the men used to run 15 miles a day in the big drying sheds.

Southampton Museums' SeaCity Museum tells the story of the people of the city, their fascinating lives and historic connections with Titanic and the sea. The city's most important historic building, Tudor House, reveals over 800 years of history in the heart of the Old Town. Southampton City Art Gallery's has a permanent and diverse collection of fine art with over 3800 works telling the story of European art ranging from the Renaissance through to the present day. The gallery also offers an exciting programme of events throughout the year, including contemporary exhibitions.