Michelmersh Manor Farm

There are gentle rides for young children at Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World (20 minutes’ drive), where your offspring can meet their favourite characters from the popular TV series. If the kids are a little older, Paultons Park also has thrill rides like roller coasters and drop towers. Winchester (half an hour) is famed for its spectacular Gothic cathedral, which is the longest medieval church in the world. Gaze up at the remarkable vault and explore the seven chantry chapels, then check out the ruins of Wolvesey Castle (Old Bishop’s Palace) or head to one of the city’s museums, such as the Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum. If you’re into maritime history, you will not want to miss a visit to Southampton (half an hour), departure point of the ill-fated Titanic. Check out the Titanic Memorial Stone and the Titanic Story exhibition at the SeaCity Museum. The Solent Sky Museum is for anyone who favours vintage planes over ships.