THE LOCAL AREA
Fareham is ideally situated in the centre of Hampshire, making it an excellent base to see a whole range of tourist attractions. Perfect for anyone wishing to use Lysses House as a base to explore Hampshire and the surrounding area, as a welcome break during a long conference or if your delegates wish to stay on for a day's holiday afterwards.
Lysses house itself has a interesting past. A brief history can be found here.
Within 20 minutes you can be beside the 'home of British Sailing' - the River Hamble. The historic village of Titchfield is very close to Fareham. We are only a few miles from historic Portsmouth, Gosport and Southampton. The beautiful New Forest, Bournemouth, Winchester and the Isle of Wight are all within easy reach. Follow the links below to see just some of the local attractions...
Within walking distance
Westbury Manor Musem
Ashcroft Arts Centre
Fernham Hall
Henry Cort Sculpture Project, West Street, Fareham - the single largest exhibition of contemporary wrought iron in the country.
Farmers Market - First Saturday every month in West Street, Fareham
treasure trails
If you fancy something a bit different why not buy a Treasure Trail. Treasure Trails are a different way to explore somewhere new whilst solving a treasure hunt. An easy to follow route will take you to the most interesting and beautiful sights and along the way you must answer the clues to be able to solve the mystery. Each treasure hunt is completed in your own time. It should take about 2 hours and costs just £5. The walking is gentle and is about 1.5 miles. It is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs if you use the front entrance of the church. It is great fun for all the family and a great way to keep the children entertained. Why not grab a bite to eat or stop for a coffee along the way. For further information see www.treasuretrails.co.uk. Fareham Trails can be purchased from hotel reception.
MEON VALLEY CYCLE HIRE
Meon Valley Cycle Hire is by booking only, usually starting from 'Thatchers Copse' located on National Cycle Route 2, Titchfield, near Fareham on the Hampshire coast. They offer a variety of bikes to suit most road and off-road challenges for all the family. They also have a number of 'tag-a-longs' and child seats that can be attached to adult bikes so that children from 18 months can be catered for. Tag-a-longs allow children to enjoy all the fun of cycling, whilst riding safely attached to an adult's bike, ensuring that tired legs can take a break, but the bike will still be making progress courtesy of the adult.
Around and about the area
FAREHAM
Portchester Castle
Fort Nelson
Where to visit in Fareham
PORTSMOUTH
Spinnaker Tower
Port Solent
Gunwharf Quays
Historic ships and Dockyard
Royal Naval Museum
D-Day Museum
Blue Reef Aquarium
The Pyramids
GOSPORT
Submarine Museum
Fort Brockhurst
TITCHFIELD
Titchfield History Society
Titchfield Abbey
HAMBLE
SOUTHAMPTON
Old Town and Waterfront
Maritime Museum
Royal Victoria Country Park
Netley Abbey
Hall of Aviation
AROUND & ABOUT HAMPSHIRE
Longdown Dairy Farm
Paultons Park
Exbury Gardens
The New Forest
Birdworld
Beaulieu Motor Museum
Broadlands
Marwell Zoo
Watercress Line
Winchester town and museums
TRAVEL
For further information regarding public transport please see:
Ferries - LD Lines - Porstmouth to Le Havre
Bus Timetables -
http://www.firstgroup.com/ukbus/southwest/hampshire/home/index.php
Train Information - http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
Megabus - http://uk.megabus.com/default.aspx?lan=en
Greyhound Bus - http://www.greyhounduk.com/
Hovertravel - http://www.hovertravel.co.uk/
Gosport Ferry - http://www.gosportferry.co.uk/
Isle of Wight Ferry - http://www.wightlink.co.uk/
Southampton Airport - http://www.southamptonairport.com/
Our reception staff will always be happy to help with travel arrangements
