There are many things to keep yourself and the family occupied when you visit Milford-On-Sea. Whether you’re looking for an inspiring walk, something to get your adrenaline pumping or fun and memorable activities for the kids, Milford-On-Sea has got a great selection of things to see and do. Even better; they’re all within a close proximity of each other so get planning!
Hurst Castle is a historic artillery fortress built by King Henry VIII between 1541 and 1544 and it is a must-see for things to do in Milford-On-Sea for history fanatics! With plenty of space for children to roam around, explore the grounds and fantastic views of the Isle of Wight, what more could one want?
A reduced entry fee is currently taking place due to ongoing work and repairs on the east and west wing.
On a nice sunny day opt for something on the water! How about paddle boarding or kayaking with The New Forest Paddle Sport Company? Based in the stunning coastal hamlet of Keyhaven, we advise pre-booking your session to avoid disappointment and explore the amazing Keyhaven river and salt marshes with Hurst Castle. If you’re a beginner, not to worry! You can either be spontaneous and hop straight onto your board, or you can take a refresher session. Children are more than welcome to get involved!
If you’re looking for fun Milford-On-Sea things to do, then the perfect way to explore the area and get to know your way around is to hire a retro ‘Chopper’ style E-Bike. It’s the most fun you can have on two wheels!
There’s no need to worry about hills or limit your journey’s destination when you’ve got five power assist modes at the tips of your fingers. Helmets, pumps and locks all come free as part of the standard package, and you can even add baskets and panniers. If you’re celebrating a special occasion such as a birthday or an anniversary or you just want an excuse to celebrate, your E-Bike can even be equipped with a luxury afternoon tea! Now we bet you’ve never done that before! Collect your rental bikes from Milford-On-Sea bike hub, opposite the coastal cycle paths, or you can put down your car keys and opt for their Door2Door delivery service where they will deliver the bikes to your chosen location, whether this be your home, hotel, holiday cottage, campsite, Isle of Wight ferry terminal, train station or to your choice of New Forest car parks.
Get your boots on and be prepared for a walk that will inspire, motivate and energise you. This 60 mile long coastal walk gives you the opportunity to enjoy beautiful shingle beaches, stunning views, deserted coastal marshes, promenades and cosy riverside pubs where you can experience great foods and refreshing drinks. Starting at Milford-On-Sea town and finishing 60 miles at Emsworth Harbour, we can guarantee there’ll be plenty to see along the way!
Everybody loves nature; it’s calming, stimulating and rather impressive. If you choose to visit the Keyhaven Marshes, you can expect to experience all of these. Along the route, you will encounter glorious views of the Isle of Wight, the Solent and the Needles with the amazing opportunity to watch the ever-changing bird life. Keyhaven Marshes ask people to be considerate and forest friendly by keeping yourself, dogs and ridden horses on the main path from the beginning of March to the end of July – this helps to ground nesting birds near their young safely.
If you’d rather enjoy nature from the view of a stationary position, then visit Braxton Gardens for nothing less than glorious scenery and stunning greenery. Sit back and relax whilst you nibble on a delicious lunch with tea and cake with a view.
Decorated with lovely colourful beach huts available to hire, this shingle beach is perfect for taking a stroll, having a picnic or letting your four-legged friend run wild, but only in our of season periods. Other activities you can take part in are swimming, bird watching, watersports and fishing – how can a day at the beach be better than that?! There are also toilets and car parking sites and if you head east, you’ll find yourself at Hurst Spit and Hurst Castle.
Top tip – the water here has been given a five star rating from the Marine Conservation Society!
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