Things to do

local attractions

Both Moorhen Lodge & Mabel Cottage holiday homes in Wickham, are ideally placed, bordering the Forest of Bere which is within the South Downs National Park. Beaches on the Solent can be reached within 20 minutes drive and the vast sandy beaches of the Whitterings within 40 minutes.

Wickham is perfectly located if you wish to visit our four closest cities including Winchester, Chichester, Southampton & Portsmouth.

Moorhen Lodge & Mabel Cottage, Wickham

Local Area

The wonderful area Moorhen Lodge & Mabel Cottage are situated within, offers an abundance of attractions to visit during your stay. Some of these include:

  • Local beaches, such as the ‘Solent’ and ‘Whitterings’.
  • The Forest of Bere which is part of the Southdown’s National Park.
  • Unique shops and places of historial importance, such as the Chesapeake Mill.
  • Hiking, Cycling, Fishing & Bird Watching nearby.
  • The New Forest
  • Paultons Park & Pepper Pig World
  • Marwell Zoo
  • Rock Climbing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Various good pubs & restaurants
  • Museums including the D-Day Museum.
  • Portsmouth Historic Dockyard (Visit HMS Warrior, Victory & The Mary Rose)
  • Goodwood (Racing and Festival of Speed)
  • The Spinnaker Tower
  • Shopping at Gunwharf and West Quay

There are many other excellent attractions nearby.