All of England seems steeped in local history and culture.
Fareham of Hampshire is yet another English town offering fascinating attractions rich in local history.
Fareham is a bustling town that is well known for its commerce and shipping industry.
It once had a brickworks that supplied the building of the Royal Albert Hall in London.
Two famous streets in the town are New High Street and the Old High Street.
New High Street offers lots of quaint little specialty shops that are accessed easily in a safe and clean environment.
Old High Street is more elegant and sophisticated; a place where things are not so busy and bustling.
There are many old Victorian homes here, as well as some well-established restaurants.
Dining options are varied in Fareham.
You can choose from a wide array of settings and fares.
You may dine in town, in the countryside, or by a sea view setting.
Many different restaurants offer French cuisine, Indian, Spanish, Italian, or a traditional English layout.
There are many attractive destinations in and around Fareham.
There is a wildlife reserve known as Swanwick Lakes Centre that can be an area full of delightful wildlife surprises and beautiful scenery.
Portchester castle dates back to the third century when the Romans built a naval base; these are the remains of the castle that are left to explore.
The Royal Armouries Museum of Artillery and Fort Nelsoncan be fascinating place to visit if you are interested in history.
Guided tours are scheduled daily and you may wish to bring a pair of earplugs if you are going to take it! There is a local farmer's market that is one of the best to be found in the region.
Every Monday up to fifty stalls are filled with farmers selling local fare and homegrown produce.