Exploring the Medieval Town of Bishop’s Waltham
Situated in the Hamble Valley on the head at the head of the river Hamble lies the small town of Bishop’s Waltham. Featuring a fine Norman church, plenty of historic sites, a rolling countryside and a variety of stunning scenery, this town is a place ideal for peaceful family holiday trips. Steeped in history, it has a lot of interesting connections with the Napoleonic wars, were prisoners of war were once held here including the French admiral at the Battle of Trafalgar.
Hosting a great collection of boutiques, specialist shops and a range of independent shops, this town offers a great shopping experience to its visitors. The place is also filled with a lot of eating out spots such as delectable local pubs and fine restaurants serving delicious snacks and delectable dishes that satisfy all taste and budget.
Things to See and Do in Bishop’s Waltham
The medieval town of Bishop’s Waltham is located twelve miles south-east of Winchester; it has a rich culture and heritage. The town is also home to Bishop’s Waltham Palace, a monument of English Heritage. Although the town is small, it offers a good range of sights and attractions to check out and explore, providing visitors with a wide range of things to see and do to keep them entertained while visiting the town. This small town is a great family destination because it is home to great shopping boutiques and award winning restaurants housed in seventeenth and eighteenth-century buildings. Experience and relive the town’s history by walking on its historic streets and driving around the countryside. Visit Corhampton Saxon Church, is another religious relic that you can visit from this town. Be amazed by the town’s 17th century and 18th-century buildings that house their award winning restaurants serving traditional recipes that will surely give you the taste of history.