Denmead
Just on the outskirts of Waterlooville, a visit to Denmead
gives a taste of rural village life. Buses 45 / 45A from
Waterlooville.
Fishbourne Roman Palace
A very interesting and enjoyable day
out discovering how the Romans lived within this area. The palace
has exquisite mosaic floors, which will remain in your memory for a
very long time. This is a must, for anyone interested in history.
Bus 700 and regular trains from Havant.
Horndean
Home to the famous Gales brewery, where you can take a guided
tour if you wish. The Queen Elizabeth Country Park is located about
three miles north of Horndean. Buses 37 and 41
from Waterlooville.
Rowlands Castle
The stately home of Stansted is located at Rowlands Castle, as
is a fine example of a village green. Stansted House includes a
popular garden centre. Regular trains and bus 27 from
Havant.
Hambledon
A walkers dream; Hambledon is a picturesque village in a quiet
rural setting. Bus 45 from Waterlooville.
Portsmouth
Rich in maritime history, this Naval City boasts many major
attractions including the Mary Rose, HMS Victory and HMS Warrior
1860. The newest atrraction is the
Spinnaker Tower, with three
public viewing decks at 100
m
,
105
m
and 110
m
above sea level. Regular buses and trains from Havant and regular
buses from Waterlooville.
Portchester
Rich in history with a coastal Roman Castle and 3rd Century
Fort to explore. Bus 63 from Havant.
Gosport
Bosham
An attractive waterside village with connections to King
Canute (Knut) and a well regarded craft centre - it's here that he
tried to stop the tide coming in. Bus700 and trains from Havant to
the top of the village.
Chidham
For quiet coastal walks the peaceful hamlet of Chidham is
ideal.
Thorney Island
Owned by the Ministry of Defence, this beautiful untamed
island is home to Brent Geese as well as soldiers. Access to the
island is by a security gate, where you have to give your name and
address before entering. Please keep to the set footpath, because
although you are most welcome, breaches in security are severely
dealt with! The island can also be closed without warning. Bus 11
from Emsworth.
Portsmouth Continental Ferryport
Currently ferries leave for six continental destinations from
the Portsmouth Ferryport (Cherbourg-Octeville, Caen, Le Havre, St.
Malo, Santander and Bilbao) as well as to Guernsey and Jersey
in the Channel Islands. Crossing times vary from just three hours
for the fast ferry to Cherbourg-Octeville to just over a day to
Santander and Bilbao. The on-board entertainment and facilities
more than make up for any time lost travelling and many visitors
take up the day trip or short break packages just for the on-board
experience! Regular buses from Havant on routes 20 and 700.
Chichester
The cathedral city of Chichester is splendid for a day out;
with its fine shops and eating houses and a wealth of interesting
attractions. Bus 700 and trains from Havant.