Around Winchester
Just a couple of miles from the city centre, the Intech Science Centre & Planetarium opened a new hands-on exhibition zone about the science of sport in March 2012. In ‘Push the Limits’ both adults and children will be able to get involved in such activities as moving a ball by your brainwaves to illustrate concentration, a rowing race simulator, wheelchair basketball and be an outside TV broadcaster from the stadium.
In the Science Centre there are over 100 hands-on exhibits, each one on a different aspect of science and technology. The Planetarium is the UK’s largest digital planetarium playing shows for all ages and interests. Please note, a small charge is made in addition to the Centre’s entrance fee. See
www.intech-uk.com for more details
Winchester is the gateway to the South Downs National Park, which stretches eastwards all the way to the white chalk cliffs of Eastbourne.
Hinton Ampner House
rich informal plantings in mainly pastel hues, with numerous magnificent vistas over 80 acres of parkland and rolling Hampshire countryside.
A visit to Marwell Zoo, situated six miles southeast of Winchester, is a chance to get close to the wonders of the natural world and play a big part in helping to save them. From ring-tailed lemurs to Amur tigers, curious coatis to pygmy hippos – their 140 acre park is home to an incredible range of exotic and endangered species in beautiful landscaped surroundings.
Spend time with Marwell’s playful primates at ‘Lemur Loop’, a new immersive walkthrough exhibit. Explore the environment of four different species of lemur sharing their home with a pair of peafowl. Plus, discover an array of new, colourful and charismatic mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and insects when Marwell’s biggest ever exhibit, a £7.8m Tropical House which opens in Easter 2018.
The Hampshire area of the Downs is characterised by its steep wooded hills and hidden valleys that are home to picture-perfect villages and peaceful market towns.
Nestling beside Winchester, you’ll find great walking, cycling and riding country. Invigorating long-distance trails and circular routes dip and rise through ancient woodlands, and out onto the high ridges of the Downs.
An abundance of gardens, castles and historic houses can be found within easy reach of the city and one fine example is Hinton Ampner Garden, a few miles east. Hinton Ampner is the concept of one man, Ralph Dutton, who designed the 12 acre garden, rebuilt the mansion and assembled the collection in the mid - to late 20th century.
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Marwell Zoo also offers guests a programme of fascinating daily talks and feeds on a range of animal species and other activities will also be taking place during school holidays. The park is open daily with family tickets available.
Take the A272 to Petersfield for a few miles through the lovely Hampshire countryside, and head for East Meon where Ye Olde George Inn (GU32 1NH) awaits. A 15th century coaching inn with the River Meon running alongside, it offers comfortable accommodation, inglenook fireplaces and a very warm welcome. Dogs are allowed in the bar and patio area.
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