The Area
There’s so much to see and do in Hampshire and Dorset.
Mudeford
The picturesque quay with its lobster pots, fishermans’ cottages and inn is still the focal point for the local fishing industry. It’s a great place to watch the fishermen unloading their catch. Mudeford offers beautiful sandy stretches of beach in quiet surroundings with a short ferry from Mudeford taking you to Mudeford Sandbank where there is a safe swimming beach on seaward side; the sheltered harbour shore is sandy.
Mudeford Bay
Most visitor attractions and gardens remain open all year. Cosy pubs offer a warm welcome and there are plenty of hearty meals to be enjoyed in the local restaurants. Walkers can take their pick from coastal paths to peaceful country lanes. Whichever you choose, the scenery is simply spectacular and there are plenty of helpful leaflets available from the local Tourist Information Centre 01202 471780. Sports lovers can choose sailing, windsurfing, fishing, horse riding or diving and local leisure centres offer a whole range of options.
Christchurch Castle and Norman House
Christchurch has a typical motte-and-bailey castle, probably dating back to the early 12th century. Its chamber block, known as the Norman House, is an unusually early survival of grand domestic architecture in England.
Bournemouth
The famous seaside resort of Bournemouth, with its gardens, modern shops, fine restaurants, great beaches and its historic pier is nearby.
The New Forest
The New Forest offers a whole range of activities from walks, pony trekking, golf and fishing, not to mention the fantastic scenery. At the coastal edge of the Forest sit Lymington and Beaulieu – famous for it’s motor museum and Palace.
There are the Purbeck Hills and Dorset’s famous World Heritage Jurassic Coast to explore as well as Swanage and the seaside town of Weymouth and Poole. Trains go regularly and directly to Weymouth and Poole.
The Nelson Tavern
Great food nearby at The Nelson Tavern Offering an authentic Thai Restaurant as well as a traditional English menu and takeaway service. The Nelson Tavern has something for everyone. Menus are available at the property.
Avon Beach
Clean sandy beaches, safe swimming, and views to the Isle of Wight. Facilities are excellent, including Avon Beach Café and shop, deck chairs, canoes and beach huts available for hire. Gundimore Promenade links the beach to Mudeford Quay where you can try your hand at crabbing, take a ferry trip to Mudeford Sandbank or simply enjoy the views.
Stanpit Marsh Nature Reserve
The 65 hectare site has an unusual combination of habitats including saltmarsh, reed-beds, freshwater marsh, gravel estuarine banks and sandy scrub. The marshes are particularly important for wildlife, with over 300 species of birds and 400 species of plants recorded, many of which are nationally rare or endangered.
How to find us
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