LEISURE
The property is an ideal base from which to enjoy the abundance of activities that the area has to offer. The location of the property is in a class of its own for those interested in nature, walking, cycling or horse-riding. Horses can be hired at the nearby Queen Elizabeth Country Park and at other hacking stables in the area. The South Downs National Park area around Petersfield offers plenty of activities for all. Petersfield has its own heated open air swimming pool and the Taro Leisure Centre has pools, vortex and slides. Boats can be hired very reasonably at Petersfield Lake or you can go fishing there. For a breath of fresh air, follow the play trails through Alice Holt Forest, take the Go Ape tree top climbing adventure or just get together for a barbecue at the Queen Elizabeth Country Park.
Uncover the mysteries of the universe and discover science at the Intech Science Centre and Planetarium near Winchester or visit Jane Austen's House Museum in the village of Chawton. Learn about the natural world at Birdworld and Marwell Zoo and about the discoveries made by early explorers at Gilbert White's House and Garden. Take a ride on a steam train at the Mid-Hants Watercress Line. Visit the largest traditional fairground in Britain, powered entirely by steam, at Hollycombe. Get engaged with art, science and history at specialist museums and galleries including Weald and Downland Open Air Museum, Fishbourne Roman Palace and Tangmere Military Aviation Museum.
Fishbourne Roman Palace
Tangmere Military Aviation Museum
Enjoy a plethora of water activities along the magnificent coastline around Chichester Harbour, Wittering, Selsey and the UK"s newest nature reserve, Medmerry, near Bracklesham. Thrill at the thunder of hooves, the roar of engines and incredible aerial displays at one of Goodwood's internationally-renowned events such as the Festival of Speed, Goodwood Revival and Glorious Goodwood. Play championship golf at Cowdray Park Golf Club (children are welcome on the practice tee for lessons or just for fun). Discover the challenge of clay-pigeon shooting at Cowdray Park with lessons suitable for the novice or accomplished shot. Experience the beauty of the River Rother while fly fishing - day tickets are available for visitors from the Post Office in Midhurst and lessons can be arranged with Cowdray Park's resident ghillie. Cowdray Park polo club is recognised worldwide as the home of British polo and hosts the Gold Cup every summer. If you like gardens, you will love Hinton Ampner where the gardens are filled with scent and colour and there is a delightful walled kitchen garden. The gardens lead onto historic parkland and woodland which is carpeted with bluebells in Spring. Seek out the incredible 18th century doll's house at Uppark House and relax on the lawns with glorious views of the South Downs. All of this and much more is within a short distance of the property.
Goodwood Festival of Speed
Cowdray Park polo club