I’m on the lookout for hidden historical gems in Hampshire, ruined chapels, forgotten manor houses, ancient yews, quiet churchyards, that sort of thing. Any recommendations?

Rising above the village of the same name, Corfe Castle is one of England’s most romantic ruins. Built during the reign of William the Conqueror, its story begins in the 11th century.

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Visited the fashionable Donnington Castle in 2018.

Its twin-towered gatehouse was built in the 1380s for Sir Richard de Abberbury. During the Civil War, the castle endured a brutal 20-month siege, leaving it badly damaged.”

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The historic church of St. Mary’s situated in Sompting, West Sussex.

St. Mary’s church, which dates back over 1000 years, is famous for its Rhenish Helm on the church tower.

This is the only example of this type of Saxon architecture in the UK.

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These photos are from a visit back in 2018, @butserancientfarm.co.uk is such a fascinating place to visit. I must go back this year to take some more recent photos.

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Bodiam Castle is a 14th century moated castle in Robertsbridge East Sussex, England. It was built by Sir Robert Dalyngrigge with the permission of Richard II, it was intended to defend the area against French invasion during the Hundred Years War.

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