Royal Victoria Country Park
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. Once the home of the biggest military hospital in the Victorian Empire this 200-acre site is now ideal for relaxation and leisure.
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 Cedar Tearooms 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 play areas. The Heritage Visitor Centre exhibition tells the fascinating history of the site and the important role it played throughout the World Wars. There is an exciting programme of events and activities taking place throughout the year.
Pay and display car parking is in operation throughout the year, please see website for current prices and events
Opening Times
| Open All Year |
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| 2012 (01/04/2012 - 30/09/2012) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 08:00 | 20:30 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 | 20:30 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 | 20:30 |
| Thursday | 08:00 | 20:30 |
| Friday | 08:00 | 20:30 |
| Saturday | 08:00 | 20:30 |
| Sunday | 08:00 | 20:30 |
| 2010 (01/10/2012 - 31/03/2013) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 08:00 | 16:30 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 | 16:30 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 | 16:30 |
| Thursday | 08:00 | 16:30 |
| Friday | 08:00 | 16:30 |
| Saturday | 08:00 | 16:30 |
| Sunday | 08:00 | 16:30 |
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- In countryside
- Indoor Attraction
- Outdoor Attraction
- Some no smoking areas
Accessibility
- Disabled Parking
- Disabled persons toilet
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors - Large print leaflets available
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Large print leaflets available.
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Children & Infants
- Babes in Arms
- Baby changing
- Family Friendly, Children Welcome
- Highchair(s) available
- Outdoor children’s play area
Parking & Transport
- On Site Car Parking
- On site parking
- Own car park (Fee Applies) - Monday to Sunday up to one hour £1, over 1 hour, £3 Season ticket £35.75
- Parking (charge) - £1.10 - £2.00 per car
- Railway station within 5 miles
- Railway station within walking distance
Catering
- BBQs for visitors use - Pre book only
- Catering for groups
- Catering Provided
- On-Site cafe/restaurant - Tearooms, lunch, tea, soft drinks and confectionary. Empire room, 200 max, available for hire. Barbecues for hire.
- Outdoor eating area
- Picnic area
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - 2 hours
- Blue Badge Guides admitted free
- Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.Visits to museum and exhibition only during opening times.
- Max group size - 999
- Min group size - 10
- Visa
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- Beach / Coast within walking distance
- Beach/Coast 5 min walking distance
- Conference facilities
- Dogs Accepted - Please keep under control and clear up after your dog.
- Dogs welcome
- Garden / Grounds for visitors use
- Gift shop
- Groups by arrangement
- Groups welcome - pre booking required
- Guided tours by arrangement
- Meeting rooms
- Open on bank holidays
- Toilets
Specialist Features
- Cyclists welcome
- Educational Groups
- Family Fun
- Information Point
- Marketed Towards Children
- Marketed Towards Families
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
Prices
| Ticket Type | Tariff |
|---|---|
| Chapel - Adult | £1.00 per ticket |
| Chapel - Child | £0.75 per ticket |
| Chapel - Senior | £0.75 per ticket |
| Park admission | Free |
Car Parking - Monday - Sunday up to one hour £1, over one hour £3, season tickets £35.75
Road Directions
Nearest major road is M27 or A27. Follow brown and white signs.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Netley, then follow sign. Follow sign to rear entrance of park.
