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Things To Do

Looking for things to do near Hampshire? Here are some of our favourite local attractions and places to visit during your staycation at the Lodge at Solent

Paultons Theme Park – Home of Peppa Pig World

The park is home to Peppa Pig World, where you can enjoy all the rides and meet Peppa and her friends. With more than 70 rides in the park set in the 140 acres just on the edge of the New Forest, there is an attraction for all ages.

Coastal Beaches

Being so close to the coast you can soak up the sun at the coastal spots of Lee-on-Solent and Hill Head beaches. Take a stroll on the beach, jet ski or browse the shops. This stretch is popular with water sports enthusiasts offering sailing and windsurfing as well as a popular fishing spot.

New Forest

Discover some of the most beautiful and charming forestry in all of England in the New Forest National Park. Once serving as a royal hunting ground for William the Conqueror and becoming a national park in 2005, with over 140 miles of tracks and footpaths, the park is perfect for a day of walking.

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Sea City Museum

Sea City Museum tells the story of the people of the city of Southampton and their lives. Find out more about the historic connections with Titanic and the sea. Discover the maritime history and see it come to life through an interactive experience designed for all the family.

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Portsmouth is a working Naval Base and is home to a collection of interesting attractions including historic ships like the HMS Warrior 1860 and museums. Portsmouth Dock is special in the fact it is the only place to find Royal Navy past, present and future a must-see when visiting the dockyard.

Titchfield Nature Reserve

Stretching across 369 acres of the Meon Valley the reserve features a river, pools, meadow and plenty of walking routes. It’s the perfect place to see some of the great wetland wildlife in their natural habitat.

The Lodge at Solent

Perfectly Located

Whether enjoying the beaches of the Solent or exploring the beauty of the New Forest National Park, you can do both from the Lodge at Solent.

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Mexican Mondays

Come down to Parson’s Collar and enjoy a large nachos and a pint of beer, lager, house wine or soft drink for £10 per person. Available all day every Monday. Terms and conditions apply.

22 December, 12:00

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Sunday Roasts for £10

£10per person

Available all day from 4th January. Celebrate Sunday with a tasty £10 treat! When they're gone, they're gone!

4 January, 12:00

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Pizza and Milkshake workshop

£19.95 per childper person

Come down to Parson’s Collar and create your own pizza, add toppings of your choice and cook them in our very own pizza oven! Create your own milkshake to eat alongside your pizza with follow-up ice cream from our ice cream parlour. Contact reception to book.

21 February, 11:00

Pizza and Milkshake workshop

£19.95 per childper person

Come down to Parson’s Collar and create your own pizza, add toppings of your choice and cook them in our very own pizza oven! Create your own milkshake to eat alongside your pizza with follow-up ice cream from our ice cream parlour. Contact reception to book.

28 March, 11:00

Pizza and Milkshake workshop

£19.95 per childper person

Come down to Parson’s Collar and create your own pizza, add toppings of your choice and cook them in our very own pizza oven! Create your own milkshake to eat alongside your pizza with follow-up ice cream from our ice cream parlour. Contact reception to book.

4 April, 11:00

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