Things to do for teenagers in Hampshire
For teenagers in Hampshire, England, try Go Ape at Alice Holt Forest near Bucks Horn Oak for treetop courses, Cyclexperience bike hire at Brockenhurst for the New Forest's waymarked trails, or the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu for motor sport and land speed record cars. Paultons Park at Ower has more than 70 rides and attractions.
Teenagers tend to want activity more than a guided tour, so the strongest days out for them in Hampshire involve rides, courses, bikes or a pool. Go Ape at Alice Holt, Paultons Park and Cyclexperience at Brockenhurst all list teenagers in their audiences.
Some activities need planning. Go Ape advises booking, and its treetop adventures need pre-booking, while Cyclexperience advises booking in school holidays and on summer weekends. E-bike riders at Cyclexperience must be over 14, and hirers need photo ID and a credit card for the deposit, so bring both.
Several places run to a season. Aldershot Lido is a seasonal outdoor pool, and Paultons Park runs Christmas at Paultons on selected dates from December 2026 to 3 January 2027. Check the calendar before you travel, as both places publish specific dates rather than a fixed weekly pattern.
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Adventure, bikes and outdoor space
Activities and open spaces where teenagers can be active.
Image: Go Ape | Fun Outdoor Activities Near MeGo Ape Alice Holt
High ropes courses and a nets adventure in the treetops, plus forest biking, in Alice Holt Forest. Adults join in to supervise younger children.
Why it's here: High ropes courses and a nets adventure in the treetops at Alice Holt Forest. Treetop Adventure is from £20.95 and Treetop Challenge from £36.95, and adults must take part to supervise.
Image: Cyclexperience LtdCyclexperience Bike Hire, Brockenhurst
A bike hire centre in the car park on the south side of Brockenhurst station, at the bottom of the ramp, with trails starting within about 500 metres. Bikes range from children's sizes and tagalongs to gravel bikes, tandems and e-bikes, so families can ride the New Forest's waymarked network together.
Why it's here: Bike hire next to Brockenhurst station, with off-road bikes at £28 a day, gravel bikes at £39 and e-bikes. Free maps of the waymarked forest routes are provided.
Photo: Henry Burrows, CC BY-SA 2.0Paultons Park
A family-run theme park opened in 1983, with more than 70 rides and attractions in 140 acres of parkland on the edge of the New Forest, aimed at families with children under 14. It is home to Peppa Pig World, with nine rides for children aged 1 to 6, alongside other themed lands such as Valgard, Tornado Springs and Lost Kingdom, plus an animal collection.
Why it's here: More than 70 rides and attractions across 140 acres, including Valgard: Realm of the Vikings and the dinosaur rides in Lost Kingdom. Prices vary by date and are lower when booked online.
Photo: Alan Hunt, CC BY-SA 2.0Aldershot Lido
An outdoor pool on Guildford Road in Aldershot, with a classic pool, three flumes, a diving board, a toddler pool and a sandpit. Picnics are allowed, and the grounds have basketball courts.
Why it's here: An outdoor pool with three flumes and a diving board, run as a seasonal attraction. Check the official site for the season dates before you go.
Photo of Southampton: Christopher Hilton, CC BY-SA 2.0Hoglands Park
The village green of Southampton's central parks, with cricket squares, a kick-about area and a skate park in the middle. The pavilion buildings were painted by local street artists.
Why it's here: A skate park in the centre of the park in Southampton, with cricket squares and a kick-about area. The pavilion buildings were painted by local street artists.
Photo of Ringwood: Mike Faherty, CC BY-SA 2.0Carvers Recreation Ground and play area
A large park in the centre of Ringwood looked after by Ringwood Town Council, with a play area for children up to 14, a skate park, a cricket pitch and a bowling green. Next to the skate park, Carvers Clubhouse is a youth and community centre with a cafe and regular activities.
Why it's here: A skate park, cricket pitch and bowling green beside Carvers Clubhouse, a youth and community centre with a café and regular activities.
Museums and science
Indoor places with displays that older children tend to enjoy.
Photo: Robert Linsdell from St. Andrews, Canada, CC BY 2.0National Motor Museum, Beaulieu
A national collection of cars, motorcycles and motoring memorabilia on the Beaulieu estate, running from early motor carriages to Formula 1 cars and land speed record breakers. Entry is part of the single Beaulieu ticket, which also covers Palace House, Beaulieu Abbey, the gardens and the monorail.
Why it's here: A national collection of cars, motorcycles and motoring memorabilia, with land speed record cars. 2026 prices on the day are £31.50 for adults (17+), or £28.35 booked online.
Photo: Colin Smith, CC BY-SA 2.0Aldershot Military Museum
A museum on Queens Avenue in Aldershot covering the history of the British Army and the town's military past. Families can complete a set of missions around the galleries, aimed at ages 7 and over.
Why it's here: The history of the British Army in Aldershot, with family missions around the galleries for ages 7 and over. Adult £11, and the museum is not open every day.
Image: Farnborough Air Sciences TrustFarnborough Air Sciences Trust (FAST) Museum
A volunteer-run museum of aviation and air sciences, in the Trenchard House building on Farnborough Road. Visitors can see aviation displays, and the museum is close to Farnborough Airport.
Why it's here: Free entry, with aviation and air science displays and donations welcome. Open on Saturdays, Sundays and bank holiday Mondays, from 10am to 4pm.
Photo: Stephen McKay, CC BY-SA 2.0Milestones Museum
A museum in Basingstoke Leisure Park with hands-on science and history for families, plus Christmas experiences in the autumn and winter. It is an indoor option for rainy days and school holidays.
Why it's here: Hands-on experiments and live science shows in Basingstoke Leisure Park. Adult £16.50, and the museum is open Tuesday to Sunday.
Questions people ask
What can teenagers do in Hampshire?
Go Ape at Alice Holt Forest has treetop courses, Cyclexperience in Brockenhurst hires bikes for the New Forest's waymarked routes, and the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu covers motor sport and land speed record cars.
Is Paultons Park suitable for teenagers?
Its own description says it is aimed at families with children under 14, but it has more than 70 rides and attractions across themed lands, including Valgard: Realm of the Vikings and Lost Kingdom.
Where can teenagers skate in Hampshire?
Hoglands Park in Southampton has a skate park in the centre of the park, and Carvers Recreation Ground in Ringwood has a skate park beside the Carvers Clubhouse café.