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Get set for an action-packed summer as history comes to life at Beaulieu

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Sunhats, t-shirts and ice cream at the ready? Get set for an action-packed summer at Beaulieu, with the chance to meet colourful characters and see remarkable vehicles out and about in the attraction until 4th September

With motoring parades, Chitty rides, new exhibitions, and a jammed packed events calendar, all in the golden anniversary year of the National Motor Museum, there has never been a better time to enjoy a visit. 

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Get set for the daily motoring parade, when vehicles of yesteryear rumble into life and drive out of the National Motor Museum for demonstration laps of the Arena. While around the grounds, meet larger-than-life Living History characters. Chat to the archaeologist about the turbulent history of Beaulieu Abbey, meet the bus driver as you hop aboard the Veteran Bus, and talk to costumed Victorian servants in Palace House about their duties in the Montagu family home. 

Watch age-old falconry skills in action, with demonstrations by Lord Montagu’s falconer.

Don’t forget to collect cards for the remarkable people and vehicles you’ve encountered during your day out. 

Leave time to visit the Abbot’s Mews exhibition in Beaulieu Abbey to learn more about the history of these magnificent birds.  

For an extra special addition to your day, look out for one of TV and film’s most famous cars, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Throughout the holidays, this official reconstruction, built using authentic parts from one of the film’s Chittys, will be driving around the attraction. Visitors will be able to book their own ride and take their seat in this ‘fine-four-fendered-friend’ for a spin about the grounds*. 

*Limited availability. Additional charges apply, with tickets bookable upon arrival 

There’s plenty to see inside the National Motor Museum, half a century after it was first opened in 1972. New exhibits have been added to Bond in Motion – No Time To Die, with the film’s Toyota Land Cruiser joining the trio of Aston Martins and Chevy Bel Air, along with new gadgets, including Q’s state-of-the-art QDar tracking device. 

While newly opened in time for the summer holidays is The Story of Motoring in 50 Objects. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the National Motor Museum,

Newly refreshed and rearranged for the summer with new themes and the latest cars from the show, World of Top Gear will be a must-see for every family visit. 

The exhibition features vehicles from every era of the Top Gear challenges, including old favourites like the Reliant Robin Space Shuttle, as well as fresh, new exhibits from the latest series with Paddy McGuinness, Chris Harris and Freddie Flintoff. 

With so much to see and do at Beaulieu this summer, visitors can make the most of the return for free* offer in July and August, allowing them to return to the Beaulieu attraction as many times as they like, up to six days after their first visit. Whether you’re exploring the New Forest on holiday or simply looking for a day out with the family, Beaulieu is the ideal destination to enjoy a marvellous day out together.  

*Return for free cannot be used on Beaulieu Supercar Weekend 

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