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The House
Broadlands has been a part of English history for centuries. Home to statesmen and men of action. Host to royalty and the brilliant, powerful and celebrated of their time. Today Broadlands remains one of England's most delightful country homes, a gem of mid-Georgian beauty. The elegant Palladian house and its lovely landscaped setting beside the River Test are a tribute to the genius of Lancelot 'Capability' Brown.
To visit is to recapture the peace and charm that led Lord Palmerston to write in 1736, "This place all together pleases me above any place I know". The 18th century grace of Broadlands' exterior is complemented by its elegant interior. Visitors to the 
house can see many of the original paintings, furniture, porcelain and magnificent sculpture collected by the second Viscount Palmerston. "Nothing can be more comfortable than this House. It is magnificent when we have company, and when alone it seems to be only a cottage in a beautiful garden". Lady Palmerston.
The Mountbatten Exhibition
An impressive sixty years studded with brilliant achievements. His naval inventions and his daring exploits on the Kelly have become part of the Mountbatten legacy. As last Viceroy of India and first Governor General he displayed his ability to achieve what others thought to be impossible in diplomacy. Winning the war in south-east Asia. Planning the D-Day invasions and his appointment as First Sea Lord highlights a lifetime's service.To capture a life as full of achievement and adventure as Lord Mountbatten's is no easy task; but step into the colourful and varied exhibition in the William and Mary stable building and you will immediately begin to share his life and times. You will gain an overall picture of a man who was a sailor, military commander, statesman and diplomat; also a sportsman and inventor. Follow the career and interests of his dashing and brilliant wife Edwina who was at his side throughout so many of his triumphs and ordeals. See the dazzling uniforms and decorations he was awarded and the amazing collection of trophies, mementoes and gifts he received in his many roles.
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Opening Times
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(2009 times)
Broadlands is to undergo major remedial work over the next two years and of necessity this means that the House and Mountbatten Exhibition will be closed to the public in 2009 and 2010.
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Admission Charges
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(2009 prices)
Adult £8.00; Concession £7.00; Child (12-16yrs) £4.00.Accompanied Children under twelve free. |
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Directions
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| Main entrance on A3090 at Romsey. |
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Broadlands Postcode for SatNav: SO51 9ZD |
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Nearby Attractions
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Mottisfont Abbey Garden, House and Estate
(4 Miles)*
This 12th-century Augustinian priory was converted into a private house after the Dissolution and still retains the spring or "font" from which its name is derived. The abbey contains a drawing-room decorated by Rex Whistler. |
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Eastleigh Lakeside Steam Railway
(6 Miles)*
The 10¼ inch and 7¼ inch dual gauge miniature railway runs in Lakeside Country Park from its main station, Eastleigh Parkway, for 1¼ miles to Monks Brook Halt and then back to Eastleigh Parkway. |
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Lakeside Country Park
(6 Miles)*
Lakeside Country Park is 60 acres of lakes, wet meadow and woodland situated between Eastleigh and Southampton. |
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