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Hurst Castle

View north west from the central tower of the west wing and the inlet
View north west from the central tower of the west wing and the inlet (c) English Heritage

One of the most advanced of the artillery fortresses built by Henry VIII: used as a prison for eminent 17th-century captives, and later strengthened during the 19th and 20th centuries. It commands the narrow entrance to the Solent.

Opening Times:

April 2009 to March 2010Opening TimesOpening Days
1 Apr - 31 Oct 10.30am-5.30pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.

How much does it cost?

Adult:
£3.50
Children:
£2.20
Concession:
£3.20
English Heritage Members:

How do I get there?

Address:
Hampshire - SO41 0TP
Road Access:
11⁄2 mile walk on shingle spit from Milford-on-Sea. Bestapproached by ferry from Keyhaven - call 01590 642500 for ferrydetails and fares
Train Access:
Lymington Town 4 1/2 miles to Keyhaven, 6 1/2 miles to site
Bus Access:
Wilts & Dorset 123 Bournemouth - Lymington (passes New Miltonrailway station), to within 2 1/2 miles, or 1 mile to ferry
Map Location:
Telephone:
01590 642344

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Parking Tearooms or restaurant Male/Female Toilets Male/Female Toilets Dogs allowed on leads

Further Info

Castle cafe not managed by English Heritage, weekends only Apr-May, daily Jun-Sep;
Dogs on leads only in restricted areas; Parking (charge payable, at Milford seafront or Keyhaven).
Managed By: Hurst Castle Services
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