Many local attractions within easy reach. Ticket booking service.

Watercress Line Steam Railway. Stations at Alresford, Ropley, Medstead and Alton. The Watercress line runs through 10 miles of scenic countryside between Alton and Alresford.

Jane Austen's House, Chawton. Home of Jane Austen with many mementoes recording her life and writings.

For lovers of English literature, a visit to Jane Austen’s House in Chawton is a must, Edward Thomas, the poet, lived in nearby Steep and wrote his first major poem, ’Up in the Wind’ in the famous ‘ Pub With No Name’ a hostelry which can be reached across the hills from Flossie’s. A great place for lunch or supper! (See other Local Pubs when you click on more about East Tisted on home page.)

Edward Gibbon, author of ‘Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire’ occupied The Manor House in Buriton, along The Hangers Way, Flora Thompson resided in nearby Liphook. William Cobbett penned ‘Rural Rides’ after his journey made on Sunday 24th November 1822 from Hambledon to Thursley via Hawkley, a neighbour of East Tisted.

Marwell Zoo, near Winchester. 1000+ animals in attractive parkland. Road and rail trains.

Gilbert White's House and the Oates Museum, Selborne. Charming 18th century house and lovely garden, home of naturalist Reverend Gilbert White. Fascinating displays of Oates family who explored Antarctica and Africa.

Lasham Gliding Centre, home of British Gliding. The airfield offers facilities, which are among the finest in the world. Beginners and experienced pilots welcome.

Basingstoke Canal. Visitor Centre at Mychett. Canal exhibition and shop. Boat trips, including wheelchair accessible boat.

Birdworld, Farnham. Collection of birds in extensive gardens.

Milestones, Hampshire's Living History Museum, Basingstoke. Atmospheric street scenes bringing Hampshire's recent history to life.

Queen Elizabeth Country Park, near Petersfield. Large woodland and downland country park which includes Butser Hill, National Nature Reserve.

Butser Ancient Farm - near Queen Elizabeth Country Park. Re-creation of Iron Age farmhouse and fields. Roman Villa being reconstructed.

The Petersfield Physic Garden. Small walled garden planted with plants and shrubs known in the 17th century. Herb garden and orchard.

The Curtis Museum, Alton. Geology and archaeological finds. Collection of children's toys and display on hops and brewing.

Alice Holt Woodland Park, near Farnham. Forest trails, cycle hire, play facilities, gift shop and more.
Tel: 01420 23666

Old Winchester Hill. Iron Age hill fort on downland, good for walks and views. Access from road between West Meon/Warnford and Clanfield.
Tel: 01489 577547

The Bear Museum, Petersfield. World's oldest museum devoted to teddy bears.

Hollycombe Steam Collection, Liphook. The largest steam fairground in the country plus railways and other steam engines.

Intech -The Hampshire Technology Centre, Winchester. The Do-Touch exhibition filled with over 50 brightly coloured hands-on exhibits.
Tel: 01962 863791

Allen Gallery, Alton. Museum containing one of Southern England's most outstanding ceramics collections. Special exhibitions gallery.

Flora Twort Gallery & Restaurant, Petersfield. Charming gallery showing the work of this well-loved artist.

Artist Flora Twort captured a fascinating record of Petersfield (6 miles) from the 1920’s to 1940’s and a collection of her work can be seen in the studio of her former home in Petersfield.

Selborne Pottery. An exciting range of hand-thrown and decorated domestic stoneware in rich reds, blues and gold.
Tel: 01420 511413

The Mouth and Foot Painting Artists Gallery, Selborne. Originals and prints designed by its members worldwide.
Tel: 01420 511233