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Havant

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Havant

Havant works well as a base: 5 minutes from Emsworth, 16km from South Downs National Park.

Havant is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 45,574, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Havant sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Havant to your route.

About Havant

Havant ( HAV-ənt) is a town in the south-east corner of Hampshire, England. Nearby places include Portsmouth to the south-west, Southampton to the west, Waterlooville to north, Chichester to the east and Hayling Island to the south. The wider borough comprises the town (45,826), the resort of Hayling Island, the town

Read more of Waterlooville, and the town of Emsworth. Housing and population more than doubled in the 20 years following World War II, a period of major conversion of land from agriculture and woodland to housing across the region following the incendiary bombing of Portsmouth and the Blitz. The old centre of the town was a small Celtic settlement before Roman times and the town's commerce, retired and commuter population swelled after World War II so as to be usually considered economically part of the Portsmouth conurbation.

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What are the best things to do in Havant?

Havant offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Havant located?

Havant is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 50.8567 latitude, -0.9856 longitude.

What is the population of Havant?

Havant has a population of approximately 45,574 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
45,574
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
50.8567, -0.9856

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Havant

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

national park

South Downs National Park

Rolling chalk downland stretching from Winchester to the white cliffs of Beachy Head, England's newest national park.

16 km · about 20 min drive

racetrack

Goodwood Motor Circuit

Historic circuit famous for the Revival and Festival of Speed, offering member track days on the original 1948 layout.

16 km · about 20 min drive

historic highway

Goodwood Festival of Speed

The hillclimb course on the Goodwood estate driveway where Formula One cars, prewar Grand Prix machinery and rally legends run flat out past a country house each summer. The 1.16-mile course is estate road year-round.

18 km · about 20 min drive

cafe

Caffeine & Machine: The Hut

The Hampshire outpost near the South Downs, 45 minutes from Goodwood and close to the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu.

19 km · about 20 min drive

cafe

Loomies Moto Cafe

A beloved biker cafe on the A32 in Hampshire that draws motorcyclists from across southern England with its welcoming atmosphere and hearty food.

20 km · about 25 min drive

museum

National Motor Museum Beaulieu

Set in the grounds of a historic abbey, it houses over 250 vehicles telling the story of motoring from 1893 to the present.

33 km · about 40 min drive

famous road

Military Road, Isle of Wight

Thrilling clifftop road along the southwest coast of the Isle of Wight with sweeping sea views and access to dramatic landslip scenery.

37 km · about 45 min drive

national park

New Forest National Park

Ancient royal hunting ground where wild ponies and deer roam freely through 219 square miles of heathland, woodland and coastal marshes.

43 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Havant

  • 18 kmGoodwood Festival of SpeedThe hillclimb course on the Goodwood estate driveway where Formula One cars, prewar Grand Prix machinery and rally legends run flat out past a country house each summer. The 1.16-mile course is estate road year-round.
  • 37 kmMilitary Road, Isle of WightThrilling clifftop road along the southwest coast of the Isle of Wight with sweeping sea views and access to dramatic landslip scenery.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Havant.

Emsworth

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km awayPop. 18,777

Waterlooville

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km awayPop. 64,350

Cowplain

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5 km awayPop. 8,775

Cosham

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

6 km awayPop. 10,226

South Hayling

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 15,485

Denmead

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 6,107

Hayling Island

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km awayPop. 16,887

Bosham

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10 km awayPop. 2,623

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