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Milford on Sea, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 0TP
Hurst Castle today, looking south-west towards the Needles Passage and the Isle of Wight, on a clear sunny day with yachts at sea
Hurst Castle today, looking south-west towards the Needles Passage and the Isle of Wight

Protecting Hurst Castle

Situated on a remote and exposed shingle spit which commands the Needles Passage between the Isle of Wight and the mainland, Hurst Castle is subjected immense forces of wind and tide.

In February 2021, a section of wall on the 19th-century east wing of the castle collapsed, after the sea exposed and undercut its foundations. Our team are now hard at work on a major project to protect and bring stability to the castle.

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What's On 2025

FAITHFUL OR TRAITOR?

HALLOWEEN – OCTOBER HALF-TERM

 

Throughout the October half-term school holiday enjoy family fun over at Hurst Castle.

Daily from Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November.

It’s time to muster your courage and join us for all things Halloween at Hurst Castle this October half term.

This fearsome fortress was built by King Henry VIII, but was a prison for another, King Charles I.  Are you brave enough to descend deep into our basement and escape our King Charles I Traitor or Faithful maze?

Or roam through every corner of the castle to find the clues to solve our Treasure Trail before sitting back and getting creative with our arts & crafts designed to keep little ones busy.

With so much to see, do and explore make sure you join us this Halloween!

All activities are included in your castle admission.  Ferries depart Keyhaven at 10am and then approximately every 20-30 minutes.

 

 

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