A cathedral city in the valley of the River Avon. The Cathedral with its soaring spire, is one of the loveliest in England. In contrast with the beautiful Close are the busy streets of the ancient city, with many fine half-timbered houses and old inns. A very fine market is held on Tuesday and Saturday each week.

One of the highest points of the New Forest, Stoney Cross provides magnificent views of the forest. The whole area is closely connected with the death of William Rufus, for near at hand is Castle Malwood where the ill-fated King banqueted before his death. In Canterton Glen is the Rufus Stone which marks the spot where, during a stag hunt, Sir Walter Tyrrell's arrow ricocheted from an oak tree and struck down the King.

A seaside resort with a sand and shingle beach, and views of the Needles off the Isle of Wight. The beautiful Church has a remarkable picture ascribed to Perugino. Nearby is the 16th century Hust Castle, a fortress built by Henry VIII, now a signalling station. King Charles I was imprisoned here in 1648 before being taken to his trial and death at Whitehall.

A lovely old city on the River Itchen, and one-time capital of Wessex and England. The magnificent medieval Cathedral, the second longest in Europe, was commenced in 1079, and shows notable early Norman and Perp. work.

Winchester College, founded by William of Wykeham in 1382, is one of the oldest Public Schools in England.

The Castle, adapted for modern use, preserves the fine 13th century Great Hall, in which hangs the famous Round Table of King Arthur.

In the heart of the New Forest, and an excellent centre for exploration. The Court of Verderers which controls the 93,000 acre forest meets here five times a year to discuss the government of the Forest. A mile or two westward in the forest itself is the Knightswood Enclosure with its mighty 1,000 year old oak 21 feet around the trunk, while in Mark Ash Wood nearby are to be found some of the finest and largest beeches in Europe.

A well-known all-the-year-round resort situated amid gardens and pines. It is noted for its picturesque "Chines" and is one of the largest, most modern and best equipped of Britain's seaside resorts. An outstanding feature of Bournemouth is its seafront. The bay is flanked by miles of picturesque cliffs along which run overcliff drives commanding superb views. At the base of the cliffs are the undercliff promenades.

A market-town between the Meon Valley and the Sea. Fareham is the point of discharge of the Rivers Meon and Wallington, the town's centre spanning the River Wallington at the point of entry into Fareham Creek, a backwater of Portsmouth Harbour. At high tide the creek is a centre for sailing, which also takes place at Hill Head and Titchfield Haven, where the River Meon flows into Southampton Water.

A quiet country town pleasantly situated on the River Test. The Abbey Church was founded A.D. 907-10 by Edward the Elder and presents many features of great antiquarian interest, notably the remarkable Crucifix bas-relief and Nun's Door. Lord Palmerston was born at Romsey, and his former home was Broadlands, an 18th century house in a fine park to the west of the town, and now the home of Lord Louis Mountbatten.

A charming and picturesque little town at the mouth of the Lymington River. King Henry II landed here on the way to his coronation. Lymington is a favoured yachting centre, and nearby are Beaulieu Abbey and Bucklers Hard, the 18th century shipbuilding hamlet. A car-ferry connects with Yarmouth, Isle of Wight, from Lymington Pier.

An ancient town on the River Avon and situated at the western extremity of the New Forest. The River Avon at Ringwood is famed for its salmon and coarse fishing.