Bournemouth Mini Guide - Amazon S3

THINGS TO DO and Seeexbury gardens and steam railwayon our DoorsTepCreated by Lionel de Rothschild in the 1920s, Exbury Gardens inthe New Forest near Beaulieu is a stunning realisation of hisambition, showcasing 200 acres of natural beauty and horticulturalvariety. Offering peace, tranquility and relaxation, a day spent atExbury is a day spent in paradise. Echoing to the names of thefamous plant-hunters, explore on foot, hop on our buggy serviceor travel on the Exbury Gardens Steam Railway.Tea Rooms, Plant and Gift Sales. Free Parking.open: Daily 9th March - 3rd november 2013, 10.00am - 5.00pmlast admission. children under 16 years welcome to the gardensfree of charge.The new forest, southampton, hampshire so45 1AZT: 02380 891203 W: exbury.co.uk e: info@exbury.co.ukbuckler’s hardon our DoorsTepOn the banks of the Beaulieu River, in the heart of the New Forest,you’ll find the unique and picturesque village of Buckler’s Hardwhere warships for Nelson’s navy were built. The Maritime Museumtells the fascinating history of this village, from its origins as a port inthe 18th century to its ship building heritage and the role of theRiver during WWII. New displays for 2013 include Smuggling andVillage Life.There are also historic cottage displays to explore and a seasonalriver cruise to enjoy.open: please see website for opening times.beaulieu, hampshire so42 7xbT: 01590 616203 W: bucklershard.co.uk e: info@bucklershard.co.ukMoors valley railwayon our DoorsTepTake a ride on the great little railway at Moors Valley Country Park. Amile in length, the journey takes you through two stations, over a bridge,through four tunnels, past two signal boxes and alongside the lake.At Kingsmere Station there is a well stocked model and gift shop.The Station Buffet serves hot and cold drinks, snacks and the locallyproduced New Forest Ice Cream. Lakeside Station also offers drinksand ice cream and is an ideal stop for picnics and playgrounds.ENJOyMENT FOR ALL THE FAMILyopen: every weekend, all school holidays. Daily from spring bankholiday to mid september 10.45am - 5.00pm.Moors valley country park, horton road, Ashley heath, hampshire bh24 2eTT: 01425 471415 W: moorsvalleyrailway.co.uk e: shop@moorsvalleyrailway.co.uk0845 051 1700 | bournemouth.co.uk 55