Definitely worth the visit and the money. Got the ultimate explorer which allowed unlimited access for 12 months. 1. 10.15 to 11.30 am - HMS Warrior - (Definitely say hi to the lad on table 27) 2. 11.30 to 12 noon - snack break (better to carry snacks from home) 3. 12.15 to 1 pm - Harbour boat tour (included with ulimate explorer ticket) - they take you round the dock and give an overview of the surroundings There are tours every quarter past (10.15, 11.15 etc) 4. 1 to 1.30 pm - Mary Rose - I didn't find much to see here apart from the ship - the 4D cinema is not actually 4D, there are no glasses 5. 1.30 to 2.30 - HMS Victory- they give you audio guide to listen to 6. 2.30 to 3 - Lunch (fish and chip cost 15 and chicken cojouns and chips cost 13) 7. 3pm onwards rest of the places Had to skip water bus due to shortage of time, hence couldn't see the submarine and firepower museum. Note: if you are traveling with kids/elders be mindful because some of the steps are steep. Overall it was grand.

Great day out, but come more than once to see everything. If you only came once for a few hours, it would not be good value. The boat tour was great, really good commentary. Other boat trips to various attractions often full. Lots of places to eat and drink. Without fail, all of the staff are friendly and helpful. Only negative is that the only way to get a map of the place is to buy a guide book!

What an eye opener to learn the history of the Senior service that is the Royal Navy. The displays in all the various buildings are very informative about how the RN has evolved over its history. Loved the displays about how the apprenticeship courses leant how ship building was carried out in the Dockyard. Also it was wonderfully to go aboard the three warships that are HMS Warrior,HMS Victory and the Mary Rose. At the present moment the Victory is having a major refit due to be completed by around 2033. You can still go aboard her but some restrictions are in place. The Warrior and The Mary Rose are definitely worth a vist. Toilets available around the exhibits and a lovely coffee and gift shops are available.

We arrived at the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard with no real idea of what to expect – luckily, one of our travel companions knew exactly what this remarkable place was about and became our personal guide through history. The morning started with rain (as it should in England), but by the afternoon the sun came out, giving us the perfect setting to explore the ships and round it all off with a boat tour of the harbour. Standing on decks that once carried sailors across the world was both impressive and humbling – a living reminder of naval history brought to life. The whole experience was well worth the visit: history, atmosphere, and the sheer scale of the Royal Navy’s past glory. And as every proper British adventure should end – we closed the day in a nearby pub, with a cold pint and classic fish & chips. A perfect conclusion to a perfect day.

That's our second visit and this time we stayed for 4 days - which is necessary if you want to see everything and was absolutely worth it. It is really a great museum and the volunteers/employees are all very helpful and nice. The only downside is that it lacks documentation in French (and other languages) apart from the audioguide on the Victory. Being the only person proficient in English in our group, I've spent the four days orally translating everything which was a bit tiring :-D even though that's my usual day job - so I would suggest adding a few signs in other languages for a start.

Need more than a day to see everything. The Victory audio guide tour was superb, and the Mary Rose museum beautifully done. Cafe a little disappointing, no hot snacks on a VERY wet afternoon, fruit scone tasted like it had been on the Victory! Could do with better info on what parts were open or closed and when things closed that day.

Excellent value for money, harbour tour was good length and detailed knowledge of the area. Didn't manage to do all in one day but purchased the year ultimate explorer pass and with blue light discount (purchase on the day as it's cheaper) it was well worth the money. There's lots to explore and look at as well as the boat rides /tours.

You need more than a day to explore everything here!! That was our only complain. It is a great place to spend time with kids. No water related rides/pools for adults which we found disappointing as we came prepared for one (without checking in detail online). That's why the 4 star. There's a splash area for kids and that's it for anything water related as far as I can tell. Would give it 5 star purely for everything kids related. There's lots to explore here. I read on one the reviews to get a packed lunch and I'm glad I read it and we did bring something to eat during the day which did save us some ££!!. We went on a weekday during the school holidays and it wasn't that crowded. Parking is hassle free and they guide you to an empty spot. We went to Peppa Pig World first and managed to get on few of the rides without queuing for long. We found this to be better than Legoland based on our overall experience. Would be going back to explore the unexplored sections/rides hopefully soon!!

Paultons Park is a beautiful, well kept and very themed in the seperate of areas in the park. There is so so many family rides what everyone can enjoy. The ride access pass was so easy to use. The food in the Route 83 diner was really nice. Amazing price value in the shop & food outlets. The toilets was very clean. If the rides are getting to much you have got the gorgeous well kept gardens and animals to walk round. Paultons deserved the best theme park of the year as I had no faults with anything. 🤍

Great theme park, not only for younger kids but also for big boys along with adults. Went in Halloween and it was all Pumpkins everywhere. Nicely decorated, enough rides. Visited for 2 days with short break, but if either young or old kids only or if managed properly, all rides and parks can be covered in a day.

Ample free parking, easy check in, well done with the halloween theme, waits on some rides are reasonable. Their phone app is super useful showing locations and waiting times. Staff is friendly, rides are all safe, place and toilets are clean. On stage shows were entertaining. Great place for a family day.

Our family had an exceptional experience. There are numerous activities available, ensuring that every individual will discover something to their liking. We are certainly planning a return visit, as the weather was not ideal during our last stay..

Great range of rides, clean facilities, queues were manageable with max time of 20 mins. Peppa pig world seemed to be the busiest area, as expected. Booked through the stay option and went for the Marriott Portsmouth which was also great. Well managed across the two companies.

Although you may think the tickets are expensive I felt it was good value for my money. The park is well kept, not overcrowded and well-staffed. The food was good quality restaurant sized portions. We had a fabulous day & my grand daughter of 4yrs made lots of friends. Our favourite spots were the playgrounds, soft play & the seal ride.

Always enjoy coming here, attended for the Formula 1 75 exhibition, but also had a look at all the cars on display. Enjoyed the monorail ride a look round the house and gardens, sad there was no classic cars out and about... Food was good and tasty 😋 Staff were chatty and knowledgeable and helpful. Overall a lovely day despite the weather

I took my 6 year old daughter for her first visit (but far from mine) and she absolutely loved it! The weather held good despite the late October timing. She loved seeing Mr Bean's car and the Disney display but her highlight (and mine, to be fair) was riding on Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. The driver was a blast and it was so cool to learn about the cars that were used in the film, and wave at everyone as we explored the grounds. Beaulieu is one of my favourite places to visit when I'm in the UK and I think I can now say it is the same for my daughter. Very highly recommended for anyone of any age.

Visiting this week in half term , my son wanted to see a Porsche 917 so I emailed before booking to confirm the car would Be on display , very pleasant personal reply with confirmation. Don’t be put off with the price for the tickets . You will spend the whole day here so does represent great value for money . My children really enjoyed the “ we had one of those “ section as they could sit in the cars and experience the cars we grew up with . Only points to mention , we had coffee and cake in the afternoon , rather pricey & the cakes were dry and not great . Also a lot of tables left uncleared and in places food on the floor under tables .

fantastic visit! we were meeting family in the new forest for the weekend and beaulieu was close by so we thought we would pop by and check it out! we have been before but i was a child. the cars exhibit was on and it was really cool! if you are a pixar fan in the uk id reccomend coming whilst this exhibit is on. i am a massive f1 fan so seeing the cars was very cool! a personal highlight was the 2021 williams! additionally we were able to ride in the chitty chitty bang bang car wich was incredible. the driver was so knowledgable and we felt so safe in the car with him. my mum is a huge fan of the film so it was such a core memory for her. thank you beualieu! i will be back

Fairly priced considering you are able to reuse the tickets and use them to access events held here in the future. The cafe on site offers good food and drinks selection It is worth exploring the other features such as the play grounds, other museums, and the house which is all included in the ticket. There are plenty of cars to view including an F1 section, classic cars, and modern cars. There are displays featuring garages and buses also. Plenty to do and to keep the kids entertained

Worth a visit and any number of re-visits - Visited on Saturday, 28/06/25. 3rd visit here and the first for about 11 years. Lovely weather, which always helps, and there was a Morgan owners meeting taking place, so there was more to see than normal. Parking is near the entrance, but uncovered. Bought the tickets online in advance, so you get a discount, and it's straightforward to get in. Once inside, the initial options are a Monorail and restaurant/toilet facilities. Very pricey for anything in the restaurant (£5 for 2 cans of soda), so suggest you bring your own. The monorail is an excellent way to get an overview of the site before exploring on foot, and the ride is included in the entry price and can be ridden more than once. The old Top Gear exhibition has been replaced in part by a new section of example cars from the 60's, 70's, 80's and 90's that you can get in and reminisce about (though these cars are in a bit of a state tbh). Beyond that, we visited the main museum, which hadn't changed much in the past 10 years, but had exhibits moved around. The F1 section was very good with more recent examples of cars, and whilst we visited, an excellent F1 Simulator which you can go in (you have to pre-book) for £15 for 15 mins. It's worth it, so suggest you book a slot as soon as you arrive. On this visit, we didn't have the time to explore the house and grounds, but there are some lovely walks to be had. The staff are all excellent and approachable, and friendly, and though I have been 3 times now, I would have no qualms about making future visits as there is generally a change each year.

I thought it was a bit pricey to get in but we did spend most of the day there. We took the dog as we were visiting on our way home from holiday accommodation. The dog wasn't allowed on the bus, Monorail, main museum or house. Which meant I did a lot of waiting around with her. The cafe is expensive. £5 for a sandwich so would advise bringing your own. Tea for 3 , four sandwich outers and an apple juice, £38. The children loved the play area but we didn't take them to the house as we kind of ran out of time and wasn't sure how interested they'd be. They also enjoyed seeing Harry Potter's car and the, 'I had one of those' exhibition where you can get in the cars! The staff we came across were friendly and helpful. Whole area is clean and well tended.

Loved this! Bought a day ticket, which meant we could go back anytime during the day. As it was a bright, sunny day, the views were wonderful. It was very busy in the morning due to school groups, I would recommend going later in the afternoon. Much less busy and a more relaxing visit altogether! The glass floor was fun. We had tea and cake in the cafe and thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience - we even forked out for the photos and have been able to download them at home as well. Obviously a sunny day helps make the experience better!

I was lucky with the weather and had gorgeous views all round. It was fun watching ferries and other shipping coming in and out. One ferry had some nail biting moments entering a narrow port area! Next time I will book an afternoon tea up in the clouds.

Very nice (if you’re not afraid of heights), but very small/underwhelming. A small glass floor you can step on. Overall a very short visit but a fun experience.

Great views across the Solent to the Isle of Wight and also of Portsmouth and the surrounding countryside. Quick lift brings you up to the different viewing platforms - of which there are three. Walk across the transparent floor if you dare - don’t forget to take your shots off - not for the faint hearted or those with vertigo! Very much enjoyed the visit. Cafe/bar is expensive due to the view. There are loads of places in Gunwharf Quay to eat and drink so wait until you leave the tower.

I came to visit Spinnaker tower on the 17.10.25. I did not realise it was the towers 20th Anniversary. It was well worth the time and money being up in the tower was absolutely amazing, you could see the isle of Wight, Southampton and even Gosport. The view from up above is simply breathtaking. We will definitely be coming back during the night.

Great, if a little pricey activity to include on a trip to Portsmouth. Fabulous views on all three levels IF you time your visit to when it's clear. For Best value book 24 hours in advance. The Coffee ☕ lounge on the middle deck is well worth stopping by. Team member Caroline, who was on Coffees during my visit, deserves a huge shout out as she is very customer focused, hard working and welcoming.

I visited the spinnaker tower a couple years after it had been built i remember seeing the designs when I was a kid at school in geography there were several designs. anyway after visiting the spinnaker tower today they did a brief history about portsmouth which is "interesting " to say the least. the staff were nice enough and helpful and the views very nice and visible

Nothing can prepare you for the spectacle of the ship. I walked into the darkened space and found a window to look across at this 500 years old ship. Rooted to the spot, my mouth went dry and for some reason tears started. What followed was an onslaught of sensory stimulation. You get an insight into the people who built the ship, the men that crewed it and the life they had. When was the last time you were THAT close to Tudor England, to timbers felled in the 1400's, to the pursers boots and the shipwright and carpenter that you can almost, almost touch and feel? Incredible. Not so incredible were the out of order and dirty toilets. Men and womens. Also, the tour guides need to hush up a little. Shouting instructions in a cathedral of Maritime Tudor times just isn't appropriate. Some of us want to drink in the place, in peace.

Fascinating visit. Guides were friendly and knowledgeable. Was somewhere I had wanted to visit for many years. Receives a 4 because on that particular day conservationists were inspecting the ship and so I didn't experience the videos or atmospheric conditions that I'm informed usually make it a more memorable and engaging experience. I appreciate such work needs to be done but perhaps outside of visiting times or slightly reduced ticket price on such days.

An absolut must see if your fascinated with nautical stuff. It's a state of the art museum displaying everything to do with The Mary Rose Tudor warship. The 4D experience is marvellous to watch. Arelly atmosphere here as you immerse your self back in time with the tour guides. Staff are super friendly, disabled friendly, toilets on site kept really clean. Lovely gift shop.

My husband and I visited The Mary Rose Museum on 25/10, as part of a belated birthday gift - and it didn’t disappoint. We thoroughly recommend booking the 2hour 1:1 guided tour. The exhibition itself is amazing and you could spend hours inside as all the displays are informative and tell a story that captures the imagination. However, we were lucky enough to be guided by Bob- you’ll recognise him by his costume and friendly rat he carries on his shoulder - and Fred (as a bonus). Bob, although knowledgable about the history of the period, also had innumerable anecdotes up his sleeve. He’d thoroughly done his research and had met with people who’d been part of the original dive team, the team who’d brought up the Mary Rose and the crane driver teams. He also had a dry sense of humour. We were privileged to go behind the scenes and also handle some of the artefact's themselves. A truly memorable experience thanks to your magnificent guides who volunteer week in week out.

We got the ultimate ticket for the naval docks - the Mary Rose seemed like an obvious 'must do'. I was a little worried... (a) its bits of old boat, and (b) how were the kids going to be when they realise the boat isn't even in one piece...!? Thankfully I didnt need to worry as we all really enjoyed the visit! At the beginning you wait round a little, this is because there is a small walk through video - this helped to 'set the scene' of the last moments of the Mary Rose, particularly for the kids. After this you could pretty much go at your own pace. The kids had a couple of little activities to do whilst browsing the museum (things to look out for etc.), and because it was October half term there was also some activities (we watched a session about medicines which kept the kids interest!) The kids also enjoyed the 4d dive part nearer the end of the visit. For myself, I actually really liked the main display area - not really sure what it was about it I liked, but the use of ambient lighting, sounds etc. was very well done and added to the experience. Well worth a visit!

Over 20,000 artefacts and a 4D cinema experience, it is a time capsule of the Tudor period. This is an impressive museum, which includes the hull of this Tudor warship. You need an hour minimum, preferably 2 to 3 hours to see and read everything. Well worth a visit. Highly recommended.

An absolute must when you’re in the location. A truly remarkable survivor. The museum is different every time we’ve visited. So much to see and learn. The technology is incredible.

A lot to see and take in, both in the large interior areas, as well as small details and specific features as well as having a exhibit about the building's history. Worth a visit. Easily spent about 1h and a half looking at burrial sites, architecture, history and art.

A beautiful cathedral, worth a visit to see the architecture, carvings and stained glass windows. Jane Austen is buried in the cathedral with her memorial stone in the nave. Those interested in history will find plenty to see. Anyone in search of a peaceful place with find it here. There is an entrance fee but it allows free further visits for 12 months.

It is such a nice spot to just have a sit down, not very loud and obviously has a incredible architecture! During my trip to Winchester I stopped by here a few times - the inside of the cathedral is beautiful and worth seeing but tickets are overpriced. Also if you enjoy books, there is a great shop round one of the sides that has something for everyone📚

The guided tour that comes with the admission price is easily worth it. I was bowled over with our guide's (Michael) depth of knowledge and fantastic anecdotes about the cathedral. The ticket is open for a year. There's so much more to find out about this splendid building we will probably be back. Winchester's nice to walk around too. Probably best to avoid peak times.

The staff was really friendly and the cathedral is pretty big and beautiful, definitely worth the time. We chatted for 15-20 min with the staff member in the library (yeah they have an amazing library with beautiful old books) he told us really great stories and gave us some insights on how big of a work goes into working with these. The cathedral overall is really detailed and has an interesting story, it even has a small museum inside.

The great cathedral is the primary reason why we wanted to visit Winchester and it did not disappoint. We jumped into one of the tours being offered at the ticket entrance and had such a great experience. The tour took just over an hour, and we spent another hour afterwards exploring the massive space, checking out some of the many sacred and historical items on display (including the Winchester Bible), and paying our respects at the Jane Austen memorial with the added bonus of occasional organ music in the background. A perfect way to spend a half day.

Highly, highly recommend visiting and taking the guided tour! The volunteers were enthusiastic, welcoming, and very friendly. There was so much history to see, including an exhibition. We had Robert Little as our tour guide, and he truly brought the history to life. He was very knowledgeable, passionate, and engaging in his storytelling! One of the many details I enjoyed was when he pointed out some of the different architectural styles, such as Norman or Gothic. Since the ticket is valid for a full year, he even recommended joining tours with other guides to get different flavours of information and perspectives. Overall, definitely a fantastic experience!

The ship is being renovated so we didn't get to experience the wind blowing through our hair whilst visiting, all the more reason to come back when it is finished renovating in ~10years! Audio tour was very informative and immersive!! The staff was ready for all the questions we managed to come up with and they were all very approachable! Special thanks to the woman that demonstrated how the canons worked back in the day on one of the few original cannons still aboard! We absolutely loved our time there and would have gladly spent another hour just talking to the great people on the ship!

HMS Victory is a legend of naval history – and seeing her in person is unforgettable, even though she is currently under long-term restoration. For the past three years the work has been ongoing, and it will continue for almost another decade, but this makes the visit even more fascinating: you don’t just admire a historic ship, you witness the painstaking process of preserving her for the future. Walking her decks, knowing this was Nelson’s flagship at Trafalgar, is both humbling and inspiring. Even behind scaffolding, the spirit of history is alive – a living monument to Britain’s maritime heritage.

We used our multi attraction ticket from Naval dockyard to visit HMS Victory - its situated next to the Mary Rose museum which we did just before doing the HMS Victory. A very different experience, but equally a good one! Kids really enjoyed looking at the different areas and got on quite well using the audio guides. Lots and lots of information if you use the guides! HMS Victory was undergoing some much needed work on our visit so bits of it was covered - but this didn't take away from the fact that we was onboard such a marvellous ship. You also have the option of popping into the area set up that is doing the work to find out more about how the ship is being looked after. A great experience - glad we did it!

Really fascinating to learn all about the history of the battle of trafalgar. There is an audio guide around the ship which is really informative. The ship is being restored so there is a lot of scaffolding. It was great day out.

What an amazing ship! How on earth was this built without modern technology is unbelievable. At present going through a lot of remedial work, but all decks are open to the public. See the spot where Lord Nelson was shot, and the place he actually died. Give yourself at least two hours to visit. One of the best attractions in the country.

HMS Victory is truly iconic. I’ve seen it so many times on TV, and it felt incredible to finally step aboard in person! After the ticket check, you can pick up an audio guide and follow the route through the ship, which gives a clear picture of the Battle of Trafalgar and Admiral Nelson’s story. It even marks the exact spot where he fell. Standing on deck, imagining one of the most significant naval battles in history, is a truly special feeling. Huge thanks to the staff for their excellent preservation and restoration work!

An interesting tour but sadly the Victory is being restored so you can't see her in all her glory. But as the entrance fee includes all areas within the docklands still worth a visit

If you are looking for quick trip outside `London that includes sightseeing and shopping, Gunwharf Quays is the place to be. Went there for first time to see the Clippers Race event, and was surprised to find its gem- the Outlet shops! I was able to shop whilst enjoying the sight of the gorgeous yachts. There can be so much more to be done however the weather was not cooperating with our plans that day. Overall, a nice place to explore and stroll around. :) Also, they have loads of restaurants to choose from, from fastfood, to pubs and dining.

This is a complex of designer outlets and other retailers just behind the harbour walls of Portsmouth. It is stylish and inviting and is a good shopping environment. Once you go out onto the quay you have spectacular views of the harbour, boats, ferry's and the Spinnaker towering above you. Whilst opposite, you have the 40 gun steam powered HMS Warrior from Queen Victoria's reign which is open for tourists to visit. A really busy and vibrant area with lots to see and do.

A beautiful shopping outlet, we enjoyed the stroll around the port aswell as the spinnaker tower then done our shopping. Great offers and pricing. Car park is reasonable price. Lots of toilets available aswell as food places. Lots of activities aswell for kids, mini port, train ride and even harbour tour boat ride.

Good place for wasting a few hours. Some great shops, and plenty of eating establishments. Good sized carpark with easy access to the shops.. some nice little touches outside too.

Gunwharf Quays is a fantastic place to shop, eat, and relax by the water. The outlet stores offer great deals, and there’s a wide variety of restaurants to choose from. The waterfront views and lively atmosphere make it a great spot for a day out. Highly recommended!

Very interesting but we only got the free ticket which enabled us to walk around and access a limited amount of attractions. Only had a short amount of time spare otherwise we would have paid. Still very much enjoyed it.

Gunwharf Quays in Portsmouth is a vibrant waterfront outlet shopping destination, offering a wide mix of designer and high-street brands at discounted prices. The open-air layout gives it a relaxed, modern feel, with plenty of restaurants, cafés, and bars dotted around the marina, making it just as much a leisure spot as a shopping one. Visitors can enjoy everything from fashion and homeware to cinemas and bowling, all in one place. Its location by the historic harbour, with views of the Spinnaker Tower, adds to the charm. Parking is ample, though it can get busy on weekends and holidays. Overall, it’s a great day out for bargain hunters, families, or anyone looking to shop, dine, and unwind by the sea.

Great place!! I loved the atmosphere. We did the tour and the guide was absolutely incredible. When I got into the green house it smelled like my country (Colombia). The smell of the tropical plants made my hart happy.

What a fantastic time here at Bombay ! From the initial movie, tour of the grounds, green house where the flowers/herbs are displayed & of course the cocktail making classes made for an unforgettable experience. The entire staff are so knowledgeable and friendly. If you're a Bombay Sapphire Gin lover I would highly suggest a day here to truly get to know the history of this fantastic gin ! You won't be disappointed & be very sure you have a designated driver to you can experience all the different flavors of Bombay !

This is one of the best distillery tours I’ve ever done! The Bombay Sapphire grounds are really beautiful, everything from the greenhouse to the building itself. The tour was really informative about the Gin and history of the Brand. The cocktail masterclass was so well done, really fun and interactive, the drinks were great too and really focussed on completing the alcohol, not sickly sweet and packed with sugar like other masterclasses I’ve done. You can definitely spend a whole day at this place in the gorgeous setting! I’d highly recommend this to anyone.

Loved visiting the distillery and would definitely recommend this to anyone who likes gin. We did the tour which was good and includes a drink. Loved seeing the history and our tour guide was very nice.

Fantastic 1.5 hour tour of the distillery with a gin and tonic or mocktail to kick off the tour. Luke our guide was very informative and entertaining. There is a gift shop, cafe and bar to stretch out your visit.

Lovely experience, beautiful picturesque campus. Gorgeous brick buildings. Tour is informational to the distillery and the property itself and there is some pretty good gin onsite.

It was above my expectation of this visit💙💙💙 It really worths coming here with enthusiastic guide (Thank you Mr Mark) and real luxe experience of Gin tasting and iconic glass house that I can see in my real eye. Nesting in a pure village and area as such, the Gin is really a good /premium one. The bar, the shop are also eye catching with the price is better than you buy in super market or drink shop. There are 2 special versions that you can only buy here when visit so do no Miss💙It was such a brilliant day being here💙

Decent medium-sized Zoo, with a wide range of animals. Giraffes, snow leopard, rhinos, Lemurs, ostriches, and more. Catering prices were reasonable. Layout not very intuitive though - plan your route around. On a fairly steep hill. Staff friendly and helpful.

Brought the family here on an inset day so it was quieter and we all had a wonderful time. I thought the grounds were very clean, the staff was friendly and helpful. Only complaint is the food and drinks are quite pricey but that's expected. Next time we'll opt to bring our own lunches as they offer picnic areas.

This was my first trip, and we visited as a large group but split up in to small groups. Tickets were pre-purchased in advance, which made entry quick and easy. There was plenty of car parking available. Staff I saw were friendly & helpful. Despite low expectations set by friends, I found this place to be fantastic. The animals appeared well cared for, and we managed to see all the ones we hoped to—and more. There are lots of picnic spots and climbing areas for children, which made it very family-friendly. Food and gift shop items were reasonably priced. The only downside was that it was a hot day and all the drinks we bought from the cafe there were warm due to broken fridges—an issue we were told has been ongoing. While this didn’t ruin our experience, it did feel like a waste of money. I’d recommend bringing your own picnic and would definitely visit again.

lovely day out with the little one. thoroughly enjoyed. lots of animals to see and lots of areas for the little one to explore. some food bars with "normal" food would be nice. chips, hotdogs, burgers etc. but bought own picnic so was ok.

Big zoo, plenty to do, been wanting to take the kids for ages and didn't disappoint at all. Easily can spend 4-5hrs there. A lot of walking due to size of zoo. Plenty for kids to do, nice little parks and a cafe area with a good view. Will be going back at some point.

What a great Zoo as Zoos go. Animals have plenty of space in their enclosures with many of them being out to be seen. The Lego feature currently on show is great with guess the mammoth bring much entertainment. The little zoo tour on the overland train is worth doing. Be prepared to walk a few steps and enjoy.

Had a brilliant day out here. The park is really well designed so there's a chance to see the animals from different sides. Staff are all really friendly and helpful.

An amazing place to visit. Had an experience day here with the Owl's, was a bit wet but that doesn't actually matter if I'm honest as there is plenty of cover around the park, just bring a brolly and you wouldn't care. Staff are so dedicated and full of knowledge they help make it a seriously enjoyable visit and the afternoon 1400 show had around 15 - 20 birds flying all around us at the same time rather than other places where it's just a single which just made for an amazing viewing opportunity. The trust needs our support for the great work they do some come rain or shine, summer or winter get along and enjoy a great day out.

We visit once a year and always have a great day. The flying displays are excellent, I recommend getting to the Trust 15 mins before the first one, then get lunch and have a look around before the 2pm one. The staff are all brilliant too.

A day at the Hawk Conservancy Trust is a total treat. The place is dedicated to the conservation of birds of prey, and you can really feel the passion. The flying demonstrations are the highlight. They have several throughout the day with different birds, from falcons to eagles, and the handlers are super knowledgeable and engaging. You get to see the birds in action, which is way more impressive than just seeing them in an enclosure. Beyond the shows, you can walk through the aviaries and get up close to all the birds. The grounds are lovely and well-kept. It's a great place for families, but anyone who loves nature and wildlife will have a good time. It’s an easy and enjoyable day out.

I have visited here several times in the past year. The Owl Encounter was excellent, the photography day was fabulous, and the Owls by Moonlight so atmospheric. A day visit is also great with 3 flying displays per day during the summer, plus talks about the birds. All the staff are so knowledgeable.🦉 The cafe is also excellent for lunch or cake. 🧁 🍰

Absolutely fabulous family day out. Fell in love with all the birds of prey. The shows are truly breathtaking. The staff are really friendly and happy to chat and answer questions. Would come again and again. If possible aim for a drier day but there is sheltered areas. The cafe and gift shop are very good. Really good value for money and your helping the charity so all a big plus

This is the 2nd time we’ve been as we had an Afternoon tea for two gift voucher. If you want anything as an extra, such as the tea for 2 or a handling experience. I’d recommend booking in advance due to limited spaces but if you’re going for a normal outing then you can just turn up. There’s alot of space in the carpark & it has spaces for electric cars. Well kept out door areas, lots of outdoor seating, several toilet areas, disabled access, nice open cafe/restaurant. The staff are really friendly & helpful, you can tell they love their birds and want to teach everyone about them. The shows are incredible with birds flying so close you have to duck!

An unforgettable experience! We had the absolute delight of visiting the Hawk Conservancy yesterday, and what an incredible experience it was from start to finish. The staff are truly outstanding — so knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly devoted to the care and wellbeing of the birds. The Woodland Owl Experience completely wowed us. The combination of the tranquil woodland setting, the beautiful music, and the owls gliding out one by one created such a magical atmosphere. It’s an experience I will never forget. A special highlight for us was watching Gavin the Raven take to the skies — especially knowing it was only his second time flying in the meadow. It was such a beautiful and heartwarming moment to witness. My partner and I loved our visit so much that we’re now seriously considering becoming members to help support this exceptional conservancy. Thank you to everyone at the Hawk Conservancy for such a memorable day — we can’t wait to return!

HMS Warrior is the first iron hulled warship to have been built. It is accessed easily enough using a ramp, but then requires some agility to view other deck areas via ladders. Built in 1860, this ship has decks that are sectioned (to minimise flooding issues), unlike earlier ships where you can walk all the way up or down each deck before assending or descending to the next deck, this ship requires you to go up and down several ladders to view all parts. It is fascinating to see how many coal burners were required in order to provide fuel for this steam beauty. Obviously this old ship comes with the appropriate smells of time. I really enjoyed my time on board and can't wait to go back and see any sections I missed, because I found the layout fairly confusing.

Wasn't sold on going but the wife wanted to. I am Soo happy I listened to her. The audio tour provided tons of information as it navigates you through the entire ship!!! Such a great tour. Well done and totally worth going to Portsmouth for this

At first it appeared to be a rather spartan looking restoration of a warship I had never heard of. The weather was miserable and the main deck was empty and dreary. Once below deck however she came to life. The attention to detail in every corner of the ship was quite obvious. Just out of curiosity I ran I finger across the top of some machinery and there was absolutely no dust. The crowning achievement of HMS Warrior are the living history interpreters. What a wonderful job bringing the history of the ship and the lives of its crew to us. My expectations weren't that high but after the visit I was absolutely impressed by the vessel and the people that keep her going. Well done!

A great iron clad warship belong to the Royal Navy, this ship has never fired a shot in anger. Nick named the black snake, it's incredible inside the ship that displays how the men lived and worked on board this vessel.Tour guides are on hand to answer any questions you may have.

Almost amazing place to visit. Great guides especially the guys living the parts. Really brings home the extremely tough life of the poor guys who signed up for 4 years as opposed to the toffs and privileged officers.

As a hybrid-powered ship, HMS Warrior is distinctive. You can feel the weight of history and also imagine how advanced the technology was at the time. Visitors can explore the deck and cabins, getting a close look at what life was like for the crew. A really great experience overall.

Still defiantly afloat, HMS Warrior is a fitting taster for the rest of the Historic Dockyard. Check what is the current best value ticket as you will need a full half day to enjoy HMS Warrior alone. Well informed guides can answer all your questions, som e steep access ladders and because she is afloat the long gang way may have a shallow angle when you get on but as the tide rises so will the angle steepen. Not really wheelchair friendly! Near Christmas she carries a string of lights aloft and the starlings which roost under the railway station can be seen in murmurations before they leave for the Winter. If you buy a Historic Dockyard ticket you will need three days to do the exhibits justice. There are good toilets for visitors and cafes restaurants and picnic areas to suit all tastes. Lots for children to enjoy and a shop for your mementos and presents to take home.

I've now seen 2 shows at the Mayflower theatre and I've been very impressed! Both views, although different, have been unrestricted and have given a good view of the stage. There is always a good selection of shows here and it is a good distance from the train station and a couple of car parks

Theatre is as good as any in New York or Toronto. Sightlines were good. Nice feature was rental opera glasses at the seats for a pound. Production was high quality including many complex aerial performances and nice sets. Highly recommended

We travelled down to Southampton to attend a recording of ‘Sorry, I haven’t a Clue, last night at The Mayflower Theatre and had a brilliant evening. As expected, the show was very funny….but I was most impressed with the theatre itself. The staff were so friendly and helpful, the theatre is beautiful, and the prices of the refreshments was so reasonable. There’s no need to try to smuggle sweets in when they sell two bags for £6. The lovely coffee was £3, so cheaper than my local coffee shop. I wish I was local….. I’d be here every week. Thank you all so much for a fabulous evening.

Lovely theatre and welcoming, professional staff who were particularly helpful given 2 of our party have some mobility issues and 1 has chronic respiratory issues. Show was fabulous with a great cast and sound/light quality. Marred somewhat by a rather odd couple sat next to us that appeared moments before the start, by flailing over from the seats behind. Smelt and heard before I saw them. Loud and obnoxious. Booed and commented loudly about the fun police when the placards for no singing and dancing were displayed, stating they would do what they wanted. Could hear them shouting over the loud music and I was sat 5 seats away! The female of the couple told an actual lady, who politely asked them to be quiet, to go away very impolitely and intimidated my elderly mother for not being in fancy dress for Mamma Mia. Very few people were. Ironically, although they were in fancy dress it wasn't Abba style, nor from that era. Loud criticism of people not having social skills.....yet that were only true of them! One staff member appeared to be watching them for a while, but nobody took any action which was disappointing. Luckily they argued with one another, getting louder and louder, then barged past others who were seated to leave after about 20 minutes. Thankfully not to return. Obviously drunk so surprised they were allowed in at all. Wouldn't stop us from returning but still feel staff should have been more proactive or, at least reactive.

Fabulous local venue. Easily accessible by public transport or if you prefer to drive there is a huge multi story on the next street. Beautiful old theatre with a number of bars so the queues don't get too long!

I came here to see mamma mia. Every single staff member we encourted was a credit to the theatre - greeting us with a smile. I am a wheelchair user, but can walk short distances, as we were parked close i opted to walk in, which to some extent made my disability invisible, and I was nervous when asking about accessible toilets -but was greeted with a smile and a poliet response as to where without any questioning or judgement. The accessible toilets are the most fantastic ones we had ever found in a theatre - including a hoist system and even an adjustable height sink. The accessible area even had seats and tables to sit it away from the view of the main theatre and the hustle and bustle that comes with a big theatre, for someone like myself with anxiety this space was amazing and enabled me to sit with the family member with me, and get myself calm before entering the main theatre. The mayflower puts over theatres to shame, and I cant praise enough how fanatic the staff are here. We were sat in row D in the stalls and I had someone fairly tall in front of me, which resulted in half the stage view being blocked which when these seats are the highest tier price cost it was disappointing - deffinatly seats where it starts to become staggered offer a better view.

We were in the gods to watch Tina... Sign in the lobby said balcony bar is closed. But not so..... Seats are from a different era. Narrow and with little legroom. [I'm 6ft 1 but have 4 son in laws over 6ft 3. I'm not sure they could fit.] For this performance either the accoustics are awful or the backing band far too loud. The band volume ruined the performance, certainly for me

Soon through check in and onto the ferry, we had 40 minutes delay, it gave us time to eat some dinner. Not really a problem. Staff friendly, clean seating area and easy disembarking.

Red Funnel Ferries offer an excellent and reliable service between Southampton and the Isle of Wight. The journey is smooth, comfortable, and well organized, with great views from the deck. The staff are friendly, helpful, and make the trip easy and enjoyable. Onboard facilities are clean and convenient, with good food and drink options. A pleasant and efficient way to travel — highly recommended!

It was an excellent experience. From being addressed by name as you pulled through them gate to having a drink on board. Loading and off loading, very professional work no fuss.

Very easy to use and access. I booked with priority loading to save time coming on and off the ferry. The whole thing was over in 1h but as this was my first time on a ferry, I loved it, great weather as a cherry on top 😊. The staff were helpful and nice all along, both ways, highly recommend this company. Isle of Wight is a beauty. The views on the ferry are lovely.

Excellent service from start to finish. We had to change a vehicle at very short notice but they could not be more accommodating. Well done Red Funnel A**

Absolutely brilliant experience with Red Funnel. From the moment we arrived, the staff were so friendly and welcoming, making everything easy and stress-free. The ferry was spotless, comfortable and perfectly on time both ways. There was a great selection of food and drinks on board, everything fresh and well presented. The whole journey was smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. You can really tell they take pride in their service. I wouldn’t hesitate to travel with Red Funnel again and highly recommend them to anyone.

The staff were excellent, so helpful calm and clear with their instructions when loading vehicles. Very professionally run. Photos show both journeys, sunny weather both ways 👍😁👌🌞

This is truly a place you should visit at least once when in the UK. We had a short 3-day cycling trip here. Everything was wonderful — from the scenery to the people. Just a note: you should prepare an offline map before coming, as in some areas the signal is very weak and you can hardly use online maps.

The rebirth of Foxlease Park, nice to see it back up and running, volunteered here back in February? And it was just nice to see it with life and music... Nice little room in the coach house, could do with an extra pillow, but nice time.

When the sun dips behind the trees and the light softens, the New Forest becomes pure magic. Walking along winding paths — sometimes straight through the woods — feels effortless with the fresh scent of nature all around. 25 km passed without me even noticing, just chilling, absorbing the atmosphere, and enjoying the calm. Perfect time of day to visit if you want peace, beauty, and that grounding forest energy. ⭐️ Highly recommend: come in the late afternoon, slow down, and let the forest do the rest #newforest

Went there with my father now 94, loved the cars, remined him of the old days, we used to have fords then. Only comment is the coffer shops when busy seems to take forever. otherwise great place to visit.

The New Forest is a brilliant place for families, especially with kids. The free-roaming ponies, donkeys, and other animals make it feel magical, and places like the Wildlife Park add more chances to see deer, otters, and birds. There are plenty of easy walking trails too, such as at Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary, and lots of open spaces that are perfect for picnics. Camping is well set up with designated sites, ranging from rustic fields to family-friendly spots with toilets and showers. Wild camping isn’t allowed, but the official sites give you space for kids to play and a good base to explore. Shops are small village stores or farm shops rather than big supermarkets, and toilets are generally available at visitor centres, though sometimes basic. The park doesn’t really have a big lake for swimming or boating, and indoor play options are limited, so it’s very much an outdoor destination. If you’re prepared for nature, fresh air, and a slightly rustic feel, the New Forest is a wonderful family escape where children can explore freely and see animals up close.

Beautiful place to go loads of open spaces for people to walk and cycle. Large areas for children play. Beautiful river at brockenhurst where you can often see horses and foals, cattle and sometimes donkeys and pigs.

Gorgeous place, well worth a visit if you appreciate nature. The ponies are such a treat to see. It’s also great for beginner cyclists as it has the Old Railway route created by Cycling UK. I felt like I was in a renaissance oil painting at times because the sights were so beautiful. Make sure to get out early to admire the sights as it gets very busy in August.