Heritage secrets on the move

Every local village has its own fascinating history. Use your mobile to scan local QR code signs that offer interesting insights and fascinating secrets many residents and visitors are unaware of.

Using your smartphone camera or free mobile app you can scan special QR code signs on wayposts, on posters in windows, on the side of buildings and even on pub and restaurant menus.

Click the pictures to find out about the QR scan trails in Bourne towns and villages.

You’ll find small QR code signs for Bourne heritage trails in Emsworth, Southbourne, Prinsted, Westbourne, Chidham, Nutbourne, Stoughton and Compton. On each trail you can scan QR signs and delight in local history, buildings, people, events and oddities.

Each QR code will transport you into the past with easy to read web pages with interesting details and stories, fun history facts, local celebrities, pictures, video, audio, and even a scandal or two to tantalise your interest in your own local area!

Did you know?

If you scanned a Covid NHS square barcode you already have a QR code reader or app on your smartphone!