New Forest Coastal
Where ancient forest meets the Solent — harbour towns, castles and salt marshes.
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200-acre woodland garden renowned for its Rothschild collection of rhododendrons and azaleas.
Morning walk through the gardens.
Georgian harbour town with a cobbled high street, Saturday market and Isle of Wight ferry views.
Lunch at the quayside; try the Saturday market if visiting at the weekend.
Henry VIII's coastal fortress at the end of a long shingle spit, reached by ferry or a 2-km walk.
Take the ferry from Keyhaven for the easiest access.
This route visits Hurst Castle — English Heritage sites.
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