Christchurch Bay/New Forest National Park
Beaches
A whistle stop guide to Christchurch Bay's beaches.
Cracking little spot with awesome coffee and ice cream from The Raft located on the promenade between Mudeford and Avon Beach. Catch a ferry to Hengisbury Head to bring adventure to your trip. Mudeford famous for its crabbing for the kids, watersports and chilled out beach vibe!
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Avon Beach
Cracking little spot with awesome coffee and ice cream from The Raft located on the promenade between Mudeford and Avon Beach. Catch a ferry to Hengisbury Head to bring adventure to your trip. Mudeford famous for its crabbing for the kids, watersports and chilled out beach vibe!
The closest beach only 200m to the clifftop with two ways down to the beach. A set of stairs located in the far corner of the car park or alternatively continue to walk along the cliff past the Post Office, Pebble Beach Restaurant, Ice Cream Shop and the Beachcomber Restaurant to find a slope leading down to the beach. Barton has a mixture of rocks, stones and sand depending on the tide and time of year. If your planning on a swim its a safe clean beach but can be a little difficult exiting the water when waves are bigger. Look west towards Hengeistbury Head and Swanage for an amazing sunset!
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Barton-on-sea Beach
46 Marine Dr EThe closest beach only 200m to the clifftop with two ways down to the beach. A set of stairs located in the far corner of the car park or alternatively continue to walk along the cliff past the Post Office, Pebble Beach Restaurant, Ice Cream Shop and the Beachcomber Restaurant to find a slope leading down to the beach. Barton has a mixture of rocks, stones and sand depending on the tide and time of year. If your planning on a swim its a safe clean beach but can be a little difficult exiting the water when waves are bigger. Look west towards Hengeistbury Head and Swanage for an amazing sunset!
This beach is walkable for those keen on a long walk (15km round trip). From our place turn right and walk towards the sea and turn left along the cliff. Keep walking past shops until you reach the end car park where you will see a small gate leading to an amazing coastal cliff top path leading all the way to Milford on Sea. Milford on Sea beach is at the most easterly point of Christchurch Bay and becomes a spit where Hurst Castle is located. A beach with a mixture of stones and sand, there parts that on a super low tide form a knee depth lagoon which is perfect for small children and skim boarding. A small Cafe/Ice Cream Shop, Children's Play Area, Parking and a restaurant. Amazing views of the Isle of Wight get better and better the closer to Milford you go.
New Beach Huts, Milford on Sea
1 Hurst RdThis beach is walkable for those keen on a long walk (15km round trip). From our place turn right and walk towards the sea and turn left along the cliff. Keep walking past shops until you reach the end car park where you will see a small gate leading to an amazing coastal cliff top path leading all the way to Milford on Sea. Milford on Sea beach is at the most easterly point of Christchurch Bay and becomes a spit where Hurst Castle is located. A beach with a mixture of stones and sand, there parts that on a super low tide form a knee depth lagoon which is perfect for small children and skim boarding. A small Cafe/Ice Cream Shop, Children's Play Area, Parking and a restaurant. Amazing views of the Isle of Wight get better and better the closer to Milford you go.
Places of Interest
These are a selection of interesting places to visit in the surrounding area.
A cracking building set on the clifftop with gardens, nature reserve and a tea rooms to grab a coffee
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Highcliffe Castle
Rothesay DriveA cracking building set on the clifftop with gardens, nature reserve and a tea rooms to grab a coffee
Located at the most easterly point of Christchurch Bay, Hurst Castle is an impressive fort with an interesting history. It can be accessed by walking along the shingle bank beach from Milford or alternatively and great for the kids a ferry from the local village of Keyhaven.
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Hurst Castle
Located at the most easterly point of Christchurch Bay, Hurst Castle is an impressive fort with an interesting history. It can be accessed by walking along the shingle bank beach from Milford or alternatively and great for the kids a ferry from the local village of Keyhaven.
Funny thing to add to a place of interest I know but what this ferry does is unlock an adventure to the Jurassic Coast.
When you take this 3 minute crossing you’ll be in another world where the pace of life is really chilled and the views snd beaches are amazing.
So much to see and do there in what is known as the Isle of Purbec with stunning views of Poole Harbour and surrounding area.
Defiantly worth checking out if you like walking, beaches, nature and the very traditional seaside resort of Swanage is always worth a visit!
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Sandbanks Terminal station
Funny thing to add to a place of interest I know but what this ferry does is unlock an adventure to the Jurassic Coast.
When you take this 3 minute crossing you’ll be in another world where the pace of life is really chilled and the views snd beaches are amazing.
So much to see and do there in what is known as the Isle of Purbec with stunning views of Poole Harbour and surrounding area.
Defiantly worth checking out if you like walking, beaches, nature and the very traditional seaside resort of Swanage is always worth a visit!
Activities
A guide for anyone who loves to be active!
If you like views with your golf then Barton is the course for you, great test, 3 x 9 holes and twighlight fees after 4pm in the summer, well worth the £30 greenfee.
See Pete and the team at the pro shop!
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Barton on Sea Golf Course
Milford RoadIf you like views with your golf then Barton is the course for you, great test, 3 x 9 holes and twighlight fees after 4pm in the summer, well worth the £30 greenfee.
See Pete and the team at the pro shop!
Fantastic place with inflatable fun, wakeboarding line and camping for some some great thrills and spills!
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New Forest Water Park
Ringwood RoadFantastic place with inflatable fun, wakeboarding line and camping for some some great thrills and spills!
The perfect way to see the New Forest by hiring a bike of electric bike. Go and see Ross and his team who are super friendly!
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Cyclexperience Bicycle Hire
The perfect way to see the New Forest by hiring a bike of electric bike. Go and see Ross and his team who are super friendly!
New Forest Activities
Great activity provider in a stunning location!
This is a hidden gem, an old aeroplane hanger with climbing walls, ski slope, sports courts, sailing, canoeing and velodrome. Full of activity inside and out!
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Calshot Activities Centre
Calshot RoadThis is a hidden gem, an old aeroplane hanger with climbing walls, ski slope, sports courts, sailing, canoeing and velodrome. Full of activity inside and out!
A cracking 18 hole course that is very friendly, Kevin the pro will give you a warm welcome!
Highcliffe Golf Course
107 Lymington RdA cracking 18 hole course that is very friendly, Kevin the pro will give you a warm welcome!
Places to eat
A selection of the best places for meals out.
Situated on Avon beach, a wide selection of food and stunning views across Christchurch Bay!
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The Noisy Lobster
Situated on Avon beach, a wide selection of food and stunning views across Christchurch Bay!
This is a great place to eat and experience, if you like great food, service and a fabulous location then The Jetty is for you!
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The Jetty
95 MudefordThis is a great place to eat and experience, if you like great food, service and a fabulous location then The Jetty is for you!
Pebble Beach
Pebble Beach is a top end restaurant with an amazing outside terrace area.
They are a relaxed coastal dining restaurant with a stunning vista, & breath taking views along the Dorset & Hampshire coastline.
Both the restaurant and the bar are firmly, and independently established as great places to eat in Barton on Sea, as well as meet, drink and relax!
Pebble Beach is the perfect choice to gather and enjoy a meal, from our seasonal A la Carte menu created by our Head chef Andy Waters, and his team for a perfect cliff top dining experience.
Now we have The Sunset Bar with a more relaxing food menu and drinks. No booking is required, guests will be seated on a first-come, first-served basis.
THE RESTAURANT AND THE BAR ARE OPEN FROM WEDNESDAY - SUNDAY FROM 11AM - 9PM SERVING FOOD ALL DAY.
https://www.pebblebeach-uk.com/
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Pebble Beach
Marine DrivePebble Beach
Pebble Beach is a top end restaurant with an amazing outside terrace area.
They are a relaxed coastal dining restaurant with a stunning vista, & breath taking views along the Dorset & Hampshire coastline.
Both the restaurant and the bar are firmly, and independently established as great places to eat in Barton on Sea, as well as meet, drink and relax!
Pebble Beach is the perfect choice to gather and enjoy a meal, from our seasonal A la Carte menu created by our Head chef Andy Waters, and his team for a perfect cliff top dining experience.
Now we have The Sunset Bar with a more relaxing food menu and drinks. No booking is required, guests will be seated on a first-come, first-served basis.
THE RESTAURANT AND THE BAR ARE OPEN FROM WEDNESDAY - SUNDAY FROM 11AM - 9PM SERVING FOOD ALL DAY.
https://www.pebblebeach-uk.com/
The Cliff house benefits from a stunning clifftop garden area and inside and outside bars.
EAT DRINK SLEEP AT THE CLIFF HOUSE
They are an independent restaurant, bar and rooms sitting on the cliff top in Barton on Sea, offering panoramic views of the Solent.
You can always be certain of a warm welcome and relaxed feel, there team work hard so all you need to do is sit back and unwind. Whilst they have an informal approach to make everyone feel welcome, we take our food and service very seriously.
Whether you want to eat, drink or sleep with them it’s always a arm welcome.
OPENING HOURS
Monday - Saturday 12pm-11pm
Sunday 12pm-10pm
They don’t take bookings outside, all tables are first come- first served.
To book a table inside our restaurant, you can book online or give us a call on 01425 619333
http://www.thecliffhouse.co.uk/
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The Cliff House
Marine Drive WestThe Cliff house benefits from a stunning clifftop garden area and inside and outside bars.
EAT DRINK SLEEP AT THE CLIFF HOUSE
They are an independent restaurant, bar and rooms sitting on the cliff top in Barton on Sea, offering panoramic views of the Solent.
You can always be certain of a warm welcome and relaxed feel, there team work hard so all you need to do is sit back and unwind. Whilst they have an informal approach to make everyone feel welcome, we take our food and service very seriously.
Whether you want to eat, drink or sleep with them it’s always a arm welcome.
OPENING HOURS
Monday - Saturday 12pm-11pm
Sunday 12pm-10pm
They don’t take bookings outside, all tables are first come- first served.
To book a table inside our restaurant, you can book online or give us a call on 01425 619333
http://www.thecliffhouse.co.uk/
The Beachcomber
The Beachcomber has been run by the Barry family since 1989.
Located on Barton clifftop, they are surrounded by stunning views of The Solent and Needles.
We have a large garden which is perfect for taking in the views in the sunshine.
Well behaved dogs are welcome.
We are fully licensed and hold many events, with live music most weekends!
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Beachcomber Cafe
The Beachcomber
The Beachcomber has been run by the Barry family since 1989.
Located on Barton clifftop, they are surrounded by stunning views of The Solent and Needles.
We have a large garden which is perfect for taking in the views in the sunshine.
Well behaved dogs are welcome.
We are fully licensed and hold many events, with live music most weekends!
Attached to the awesome Pebble Beach Restaurant, Pizza and More is an upmarket take away offering a wide range of great food from quality Pizzas and Gourmet Burgers to pasta dishes.
Serving Jude’s Ice Cream, great coffee and Cake and much more pop in and see and the team who are always very welcoming!
BBQ Chicken Pizza is a favourite of ours 🍕😀
Pizza & More
Attached to the awesome Pebble Beach Restaurant, Pizza and More is an upmarket take away offering a wide range of great food from quality Pizzas and Gourmet Burgers to pasta dishes.
Serving Jude’s Ice Cream, great coffee and Cake and much more pop in and see and the team who are always very welcoming!
BBQ Chicken Pizza is a favourite of ours 🍕😀
Oslar Coffee is located at the start of some superb coastal walks just a stones from the beach. Pop by & grab your favourite Brew, Cake or Pastry !
Bijou Coffee House
Marine DriveOslar Coffee is located at the start of some superb coastal walks just a stones from the beach. Pop by & grab your favourite Brew, Cake or Pastry !
Recent guests Shaun and Kay visited the White Hart for Sunday Lunch and gave it a glowing review.
The White Hart
Recent guests Shaun and Kay visited the White Hart for Sunday Lunch and gave it a glowing review.
Whether you’re visiting Avon Beach or just passing towards the awesome Hengeistbury Head via the ferry be sure to call in for a cup of great tasting coffee or one of the fine selection of Jude’s Ice Creams.
The Raft
Whether you’re visiting Avon Beach or just passing towards the awesome Hengeistbury Head via the ferry be sure to call in for a cup of great tasting coffee or one of the fine selection of Jude’s Ice Creams.
Days out
A selection of ideas for days out in the local area.
Nestled in the beautiful village of Beaulieu the motor museum is a great day out for all the family!
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National Motor Museum, Beaulieu
Nestled in the beautiful village of Beaulieu the motor museum is a great day out for all the family!
A great place for young children who like Peppa Pig!
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Paultons Park Hem för Peppa Pig World
A great place for young children who like Peppa Pig!
Great for small children and less hectic than Paultons Park!
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Äventyrslandet
Merritown LaneGreat for small children and less hectic than Paultons Park!
ALDI
9-23 Palmerston RdGood for essentials!
A cracking place for family picnics, huge play areas, bike trails, running routes, tall trees trail and even a steam train. Defiantly worth a visit!
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Moors Valley Country Park och skog
Horton RoadA cracking place for family picnics, huge play areas, bike trails, running routes, tall trees trail and even a steam train. Defiantly worth a visit!
A magical place that in many ways is stuck in time, sleepy and relaxed a great place to visit by ferry from Lymington!
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Isle of Wight
A magical place that in many ways is stuck in time, sleepy and relaxed a great place to visit by ferry from Lymington!
Supermarkets
A guide to the local supermarkets.
Tesco Superstore
Caird AvenueA large supermarket with everything you need!!
Lidl
49 Lymington RdGood for essentials!
Sainsbury's
1 Lyndhurst RdA large supermarket with everything you need!
M&S Food
Marks and Spencer Food top end supermarket with some amazing food!