Hurst Castle
A shingle spit away from the mainland, this fortress was built by Henry VIII to protect the Solent and once imprisoned Charles I. The castle itself is only open April - end October with daily ferries 10am - 5pm
Places To Visit near Barton-on-Sea
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Hurst Castle
A shingle spit away from the mainland, this fortress was built by Henry VIII to protect the Solent and once imprisoned Charles I. The castle itself is only open April - end October with daily ferries 10am - 5pm
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Keyhaven & Lymington Nature Reserve
An area of Outstanding Natural Beauty which covers over 500 acres between the mouth of the Lymington river and the village of Keyhaven. Wander along footpaths which weave their way through lagoons, reed beds, salt marsh and mud flats. Spot rare plants and see a variety of birds particularly during spring and autumn migration time. Car parking is available at both Keyhaven and Lymington.
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St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery
'Heritage and art from coast to forest', explore the history of the area and peruse the local art scene.
Places To Visit near Barton-on-Sea
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Keyhaven & Lymington Nature Reserve
An area of Outstanding Natural Beauty which covers over 500 acres between the mouth of the Lymington river and the village of Keyhaven. Wander along footpaths which weave their way through lagoons, reed beds, salt marsh and mud flats. Spot rare plants and see a variety of birds particularly during spring and autumn migration time. Car parking is available at both Keyhaven and Lymington.
St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery
'Heritage and art from coast to forest', explore the history of the area and peruse the local art scene.