Some of the free entry places in England that you can visit without paying for a ticket – all you need is the knowledge

English Free Entry Attractions, Heritage Sites, Events,
Museums, Galleries. Listed by County.

England - Hampshire

There are plenty of free entry listings in Hampshire

Map of the counties of England CLICK HERE

Adjutant General's Corps Museum
The Guardhouse, Peninsula Barracks
Romsey Road, Winchester, Hampshire

All year, Tue-Sat, 1000-1700;
May-Sep, Bank Holiday Mon, Sun.
Closed 19 Dec-4 Jan

Admission is free.

Tel: 01962 - 877826

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Andover Museum
6 Church Close, Andover
Hampshire, SP10 1DP

Admission is free.

Tel: 01264 - 366283
Fax: 01264 - 339152

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Army Medical Services Museum
Keogh Barracks, Ash Vale
Aldershot, Hampshire, GU12 5RQ

The museum tells the story of military medicine, nursing, dental and veterinary science from about 1660 until the present day. It houses not only military uniforms, medals and equipment but also medical equipment and apparatus dating from 1715. There are also military ambulances, an Ambulance Train Ward Coach and a WWI Horse Drawn Ambulance.

A main attraction is the carriage used by Florence Nightingale during her time in the Crimea.

Open Jan - Dec

Admission is free.

Tel: 01252 340 212
Fax: 01252 340 332

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The Bear Museum
38 Dragon Street, Petersfield
Hampshire, GU31 4JJ

The Bear Museum in Petersfield was the first of its kind in Britain, and is now internationally known, housing one of the most interesting collections of Teddy Bears. They are currently only showcasing a display of early German bears in a much more limited area. This makes it unsuitable for children, but better for collectors.

Open all year: Tues to Sat 1000 - 1630

Admission is free.

Tel: 01730 265 108
Visit Website

Please ring before travelling a distance. Regretfully no prams, pushchairs or wheelchairs.

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Curtis Museum
High Street, Alton
Hampshire, GU34 1BA

It houses a collection acquired by Dr William Curtis (1803-1881) and his associates in the local Mechanics Institute.

Open all year, Tue-Sat, 1000-1700. Closed 9 Apr

Admission is free.

Tel: 01420 - 82802
Fax: 01420 - 84227

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Eastleigh Museum
The Citadel, 25 High Street
Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 5LF

All year, Tue-Fri, 1000-1700, Sat, 1000-1630. Check for Easter and Christmas closing

Admission is free.

Tel: 023 - 8064 3026
Fax: 023 - 8065 3582

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Gosport Museum
Walpole Road, Gosport
Hampshire, PO12 1NS

Tue-Sat, 1000-1700. Closed 9 Apr; 25,26 Dec.

Admission is free.

Tel: 023 - 9258 8035
Fax: 023 - 9250 1951

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Goss & Crested China Centre and Museum
62 Murray Road, Horndean
Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO8 9JL

Open all year, Mon-Sat, 0900-1600. Closed Bank Hols.

Admission is free.

Tel: 02392 - 597440
Fax: 02392 - 591975

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Havant Museum
East Street, Havant
Hampshire, PO9 1BS

Open all year, Tue-Sat, 1000-1700. Closed 9 Apr, 25, 26 Dec

Admission is free.

Tel: 023 - 9245 1155
Fax: 023 - 9249 8707

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Museum of Army Chaplaincy
Amport House, Andover
Hampshire, SP11 8BG

The Museum of Army Chaplaincy houses the archives and historical relics of RAChD and it's chaplains. Unlike most military museums does not include any weapons or ammunition, since the chaplains are non-combatant and their work is to sustain not destroy.

Admission is free. By appointment only.
Mon - Fri, 0900 - 1700
Closed Christmas period

Tel: 01264 773 144 ext 4248
Fax: 01264 773 401

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Portsmouth City Museum and Record Office
Museum Road, Portsmouth
Hampshire, PO1 2LJ

Apr-Sep, daily, 1000-1730;
Oct-Mar, daily, 1000-1700.
Closed 24-26 Dec.

Records Office open all year, Mon-Fri, 1000-1700.

Admission is free.

Tel: 023 - 9282 7261
Fax: 023 - 9287 5276

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Royal Armouries
Fort Nelson, Down End Road
Fareham, Hampshire, PO17 6AN

Fort Nelson is a restored Victorian Artillery Fort, overlooking Portsmouth Harbour. The site covers 19 acres and has grass ramparts, underground magazines and tunnels, with stunning views of the countryside. The fort is home to the Royal Armouries collection of artillery; with over 350 guns charting the history and development of artillery from the earliest times to date. Live firing takes place every day and professional actors recreate history by bringing to life the past. Free guided tours are available.

Open all year

Admission is free.

Tel: 01329 233 734
Fax: 01329 822 092

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Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum and Memorial Garden
Serles House, Southgate Street
Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9EG

The history of the Royal Hampshire Regiment 1702 - 1992, its regulars, volunteers, militia and territorials. Hampshire's County Regiment.

Mid May-31 Oct, Mon-Fri, 1100-1530,
Sat, Sun, Bank Hols, 1200-1600;
1 Nov-17 Dec, Mon-Fri, 1100-1530.
Closed 18 Dec-2 Jan.

Admission is free.

Tel: 01962 - 863658
Fax: 01962 - 888302

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Southampton City Art Gallery
Civic Centre, Commercial Road
Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 7LP

This gallery has a Permanent Collection of over 3,500 works, ranging from Renaissance masterpieces to contemporary video art. The gallery hosts high quality temporary exhibitions, including both national and international historical and contemporary art. All the latest news and events are featured on their website.

Admission is free.

Tel: 023 8083 2277
Fax: 023 8083 2153
Visit Website

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Southampton Maritime Museum
Wool House, Town Quay
Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 2AR

Admission is free.

Tel: 023 - 8022 3941
Fax: 023 - 8033 9601

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Treadgold Industrial Heritage Museum
Bishop Street, Portsmouth
Hampshire, PO1 3DA

2 Apr-25 Sep, Wed-Thu, 1000-1600.
Closed Easter (18-21 Apr) 24 Dec-4 Jan

Admission is free.

Tel: 023 9282 4745
Fax: 023 9283 7310

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West End Local History Museum
& Heritage Centre
The Old Fire Station, High Street
West End, Southampton,
Hampshire, SO30 3FB

Sat only, 1000-1600.

Admission is free.

Tel: 023 - 8057 5244

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The Willis Museum
Market Square, Basingstoke
Hampshire, RG21 7QD

A local working museum with galleries on local archaeology and natural science, the most recent gallery on social history. 'Basingstoke - the past 200 years' depicts the story of Basingstoke since the 1850s.

Open all year

Admission is free.

Tel: 01256 465 902
Fax: 01256 471 455

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Winchester City Museum
The Square, Winchester
Hampshire, SO23 9ES

1 Apr-31 Oct, Mon-Sat, 1000-1700, Sun, 1200-1700;
1 Nov-31 Mar, Tue-Sat, 1000-1600, Sun, 1200-1600.
Closed 25,26 Dec, 1 Jan.

Admission is free.

Tel: 01962 - 848269
Fax: 01962 - 848299

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