Explore Our Local Areas
the places we call home
Our little pieces of England
Southern England is rich with contrasts, from wide open coastline to rolling countryside and historic cities. Each PIG is tucked into its own patch of the South, shaped by the land and stories around it. Explore the beaches, hills, villages and market towns that give every location its distinct flavour.
Country & Calm
The New Forest
The New Forest is a patchwork of ancient woodland, open heath and wild ponies grazing freely. Beyond the forest, you’ll find charming villages, cosy pubs, and a stretch of Hampshire coastline dotted with harbours and beaches.
East Kent
Kent’s countryside is rich with orchards, vineyards and quiet waterways, perfect for long rambles. Just a few miles away, Canterbury’s soaring cathedral and cobbled lanes bring history and culture to life.
East Devon
East Devon is all rolling hills, rivers and timeless thatched villages, a landscape made for walking. The UNESCO-listed Jurassic Coast and Exeter’s cathedral city offer history, coastline and culture within easy reach.
The Cotswolds
The Cotswolds are all honey-stone villages, market squares and sweeping countryside that shift with the seasons. Country estates, antique shops and long walking trails weave through one of England’s most celebrated rural regions.
The South Downs
The South Downs roll across chalk hills, rivers and vineyards, with castles and antique shops in nearby Arundel and Petworth. A short drive brings you to Chichester’s Roman history, lively arts scene and the sandy stretches of the south coast.
Coastal Adventures
The Jurassic Coast
Studland sits at the gateway to the Jurassic Coast, where sandy bays give way to rugged clifftop paths. Corfe Castle towers nearby, while Poole Harbour and Brownsea Island offer wildlife and waterside adventures.
Cornwall
Harlyn Bay’s sweeping golden sands and reliable surf make it a Cornish favourite. Padstow is just minutes away, home to its bustling harbour, world-class seafood and winding streets full of character and charm.
City Escapes
Southampton
Southampton is a lively port city steeped in maritime heritage, from medieval walls to the Titanic story. Ferries link to the Isle of Wight, while the New Forest and stretches of Hampshire coast are right on the doorstep.
Bath
Bath is famed for its Roman Baths and thermal waters, offering history at every turn. The city also brims with independent shops, galleries and theatres, with Somerset countryside and walking trails just beyond its streets.
