Explore Historic Hurst Castle

Hurst Castle is taking part in Heritage Open Day on 19th September, with free entry to the castle all day. Discover this historic coastal fortress at your own pace, explore its unique role in defending the Solent, and enjoy the stunning views across to the Isle of Wight.

Throughout the day, the Fort Cumberland Guard will bring history to life with an atmospheric military re-enactment, complete with authentic uniforms and drills that showcase what life was like for soldiers stationed at the fort. Volunteers from the Palmerston Forts Society will also be on hand to talk about the castle’s historic guns, sharing their specialist knowledge and answering questions from visitors of all ages. Children can get hands-on with lots of free activities, including crafts and a family-friendly history trail, making it a perfect day out for all ages.

No booking is required; take a leisurely stroll along the shingle bank to the castle or opt for a fun ferry ride and arrive by water (ferries are run by a separate company – please see our website for details). Come and enjoy a full day of heritage, learning, and fun by the sea.

Timings

Saturday 19 September:

1000-1730

Location & directions

Hurst Castle, Milford on Sea, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 0TP

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Book on day

Booking conditions:

Tours must be booked at entry to the castle

Accessibility details

Accessibility at the castle On arrival to get inside the castle there are gravel paths, a slight incline and then over a drawbridge The ground floor of the castle has uneven paths and paving, loose gravel, old railway tracks and grass There are no lifts so there is no wheelchair access above ground level Not all staircases in the castle have a handrail Some areas of the castle are dimly lit, so care must be taken when walking into rooms from the outside Individual seats are in some rooms, but please note not all rooms have a seating area Some rooms have background music, or a video playing.

Additional information

Getting to Hurst Castle is all part of the experience. Catch a ferry from Keyhaven and enjoy a leisurely boat trip to the castle where you can spot the abundant wildlife on your way or work off some energy and take the 2-mile walk along the shingle spit to the castle.

Max number of people:

15

Estimated duration:

1 hour(s)

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