Once the home of the biggest military hospital in the Victorian Empire, this 200-acre site is now ideal for relaxation and leisure.
Offering fantastic views across Southampton Water, Royal Victoria Country Park is a great place to watch the busy shipping coming in and out of Southampton. The park’s ancient woodlands, large open spaces, boardwalks and ponds offer something for everyone.
There are a number of picnic areas throughout the site and family BBQ areas can be hired. The Café in the Park serves a wide variety of hot and cold food and children will love taking a ride on the miniature railway or burning off steam in the picturesque, fully accessible play areas.
The iconic Chapel is currently undergoing a major refurbishment programme, thanks to £2.68 million investment from Hampshire County Council and the Heritage Lottery Fund.
Visitors will be able to discover the fascinating history of the site, which has links to Florence Nightingale and Queen Victoria, in an exciting new exhibition and take tours to the top of the chapel tower. The grounds will have artistic interpretation and information boards that will demonstrate the size, length and importance of the hospital in both local and national history.
There is an exciting programme of events and activities taking place throughout the year – please see our Facebook page or website for more information.
Royal Victoria Country Park is free to enter but car parking fees apply.
Breakfast with Santa at Royal Victoria Country ParkSanta will be taking a break from his busy schedule and will be visiting the park in time for breakfast. Why not join him at the Cedar Rooms Café? Enjoy a hearty breakfast and then pop over to say 'hello'. If you're lucky (and you've been good!) he may even have a little present for you.
£14 per…
The Big Eat Festival at Royal Victoria Country ParkThe Big Eat is back for 2025 form the 24th till 26th May at the Royal Victoria Country Park in Netley. Entry is free for this celebration of Hampshire Street Food. We will have over 60 street food traders and licensed bars onsite as well as a full lineup of music, lots of children's entertainment…Nearest major road is M27 or A27. Follow brown and white signs.
Nearest station is Netley, then follow sign. Follow sign to rear entrance of park.
| Winter (1 Nov 2024 - 28 Feb 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 08:00 | - 17:00* |
* Open every day.
Vehicle access:
March to October 8am-9pm
November - February 8am-5pm
Cafe:
October 9:30am – 5pm
November to March 9:30am – 4pm.
April 9:30am – 4:30pm.
May to September 9:30am to 5pm.
Gift shop:
April to September 10am – 12pm, 12:30pm – 4:30pm.
October to March 10am – 12pm, 12:30pm – 4pm.
The Chapel:
October to March Wednesday to Sunday, 10:30 – 5pm.
April to September Tuesday to Sunday, 10:30am – 5pm.
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