subject: Interesting Places To Visit During Your Beaulieu Holiday [print this page] In the heart of New Forest is the historic village of Beaulieu complete with the world famous National Motor Museum and the Palace House. It is one of the most popular attractions of New Forest that has something for everyone. There is plenty to during on your Beaulieu holiday in and around New Forest, to your heart's content. These are some of the top things that entice visitors.
1.National Motor Museum - It has an amazing collection of automobiles that shaped the history if motoring. Over 250 vehicles are featured here and a pod ride journey gives you the experience of 100 years of motoring. This year, the museum presents the world's largest official collection of original James Bond vehicles. Discover the world of Top Gear and many more exciting vehicles at the museum. This is a place you and your kids will love spending a day, during your Beaulieu holiday.
2.Palace House and Gardens - The once Great Gatehouse of 13th century Beaulieu Abbey, the Palace House is maintained as a Victorian house. The House has monastic roots from the Abbey and still remains a family home to Lord Montagu and his family. It is one of the Treasure Houses of England, which represents ten most magnificent Palaces, houses and castles in the present day England. The Gardens are exquisite too and have a Victorian flower garden, wilderness garden and an ornamental kitchen garden.
3.Beaulieu Abbey - Founded in 1204 by Cistercian monks, the land for the Abbey was presented to them by King John. The monks maintained cloisters and a herb garden, where they grew aromatic plants for medicinal purposes and cooking. Most of the Abbey was destroyed during Henry VIII's reign. It is famous as one of the most haunted places in Britain.
4.Bucklers Hard - The old shipbuilding village of Bucklers Hard has its very own maritime museum and a yachting marina. This was where Admiral Nelson's fleet was made, using timber from New Forest. The Georgian cottages of the village are a fascinating sight and the River Beaulieu offers charming sceneries.
5.Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway - Created by Lionel de Rothschild, the Gardens form 200 acres of magnificent beauty. You will find an entire horticultural variety with plants and flowers from all over the world. The Steam Railway of the Gardens is a thrilling way to journey around the Garden. Exbury is a popular destination among many.
