The National Motor Museum has over 250 vintage, veteran and classic cars from World Land Speed Record Breakers and Formula 1 racers to family cars of the 70s and 80s. Jack Tucker’s Garage recreates the sights, sounds and smells of a country garage from the 1930s while a ride on ‘Wheels’ is a fascinating journey through 100 years of motoring history. Don’t miss the James Bond Experience featuring the Lotus Submarine Car, recently voted the nation’s favourite film car.

In Palace House, home of the Montagu family since 1538, tales from the Butler, Cook and housemaids give a fascinating insight into the workings of a Victorian household. The 13th century Abbey features an Exhibition and film of the life of its Cistercian Monk founders while The Secret Army Exhibition tells the story of wartime Beaulieu and the training of secret agents.

Beaulieu is open from 10am every day except Christmas Day.

Education at Beaulieu
The Beaulieu Estate offers an exciting range of educational programmes as varied as its 800-year history. Beaulieu can offer something for every group, including pre-school, those with special educational needs, students and adult groups. Subjects covered include history, science, art, design and technology, geography, leisure and tourism, English and maths.

Visiting groups have access to the superb lecture theatre and spacious classroom. Programmes are hosted by friendly, knowledgeable and experienced staff and can be adapted to different age groups and for particular interests.