Countryside Attractions in South East England.

Wellington Country Park With plenty of activities in the park for the children including a toddlers area, adventure playground, sand pits, slides, crazy golf , a nature trail maze and a host of other play equipment

Ashridge Estate A 5,000 acre countryside estate with many splendid walks. The focal point of the area is the Bridgewater Monument.

Avon Heath Country Park The large areas of heathland are scattered with trees, while purple banks of flowering heather provide a stunning sight in the summer. You may also be lucky enough to see some of the rare birds.

Durlston Country Park Durlston is a fabulous 113 hectare (280 acre) countryside paradise, consisting of sea-cliffs, coastal limestone downland, haymeadows, hedgerows and woodland.

Hatfield Forest National Nature Reserve Hatfield Forest is a rare surviving example of a medieval hunting forest. It has over 1,000 acres of woodland and pasture, some wonderful 400 year old pollarded trees, two ornamental lakes and an eighteenth century Shell House.

Itchen Valley Country Park With 440 acres of woodland and meadows adjoining the River Itchen to explore, the Park is an ideal place for a family day out.

Lakeside Country Park Lakeside Country Park is 60 acres of lakes, wet meadow and woodland situated between Eastleigh and Southampton.

Lulworth Castle and Park Lulworth Castle was built between 1608 and 1610 and became the family home of Humphrey Weld when he purchased the estate in 1641. It was built primarily as a hunting lodge and has played host to a total of seven monarchs.

Marsh Farm Country Park Marsh Farm Country Park provides an enjoyable and educational day out for all the family. In addition to the farm, the country park boasts excellent coastal walks and superb views of the River Crouch.

Museum of Kent Life - Cobtree Discover the history and traditions of a unique part of Britain at this award - winning Museum. Set in a beautiful site next to the River Medway.

RSPB Pulborough Brooks Set in a sheltered valley in the heart of the West Sussex countryside, a visit to RSPB Pulborough Brooks nature reserve makes an ideal day out for all ages.

Rye Meads Nature Reserve This urban nature reserve has something to offer everyone and will appeal to families, walkers, birdwatchers and photographers.

Staunton Country Park At Staunton Country Park there is something for all the family, including farm, follies and fabulous glasshouses.

Wimpole Hall, Garden and Park Wimpole Hall, set in rolling parkland and woodland, is part of the 2,500 acre Wimpole Estate. The Hall is a magnificent country house, mainly eighteenth century in style.