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Things to Do

See what Hampshire has to offer

The Lainston House team are proud to share the best of local attractions, activities and countryside escapes. We’ll be ready and waiting once you get back.  

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Our Gardens and Grounds

Our Gardens and Grounds

Our 63 acres feature a mile long avenue of lime trees, historic chapel ruins, a sundial garden and a walled kitchen garden bursting with life.  Get out and explore. 

Jane Austen's House

Jane Austen's House

Step back in time to 1816 at the Hampshire cottage where Jane Austen lived and wrote her novels

Fly Fishing in the Test Valley

Fly Fishing in the Test Valley

Fish the streams and lakes just 10 minutes from Lainston House. Beginners and veterans welcome!

Outdoor Cinema Nights

Outdoor Cinema Nights

Dates in August - Settle in for an al fresco screening of all your favourites!

Jazz Lunch on the Terrace

Jazz Lunch on the Terrace

Enjoy an entertaining jazz performance, bring a blanket and picnic, sit back and enjoy. Or get your ticket with food included.

Kitchen Garden Tour

Kitchen Garden Tour

£5 per person, going to Solent Mind charity

Learn the intricacies of growing fruit, veggies and herbs at Lainston House.

Season - Our Cookery School

Season - Our Cookery School

Our on-site cookery school. Take a look at the classes available while you are visiting us.