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Buckler's Hard
Buckler's Hard is a picturesque 18thC village on the banks of the Beaulieu River in the heart of the New Forest. Historically, it is famed as the place where some of the ships of Nelson's fleet were built, but whether your interest is as a visitor - as an individual, family, group or educational party - or as a sailor wishing to moor on the river, the things to see and enjoy are as varied as the history of the area itself.
Visit The Buckler's Hard Story to find out more about its origins, the building of ships for Nelson's navy, the role of the river in the D-Day landings and Chichester's epic round-the-world voyages. The 4 authentically reconstructed cottage interiors give an insight into village life during its shipbuilding era.
Visitors can stay in the village at the Master Builders House Hotel, or you can just enjoy the natural beauty of this historic village and soak up the atmosphere as the local ducks waddle past. Take a river cruise to enjoy its beauty and see the abundant wildlife that lines its banks as you cruise down the river to the North Solent National Nature Reserve, or take a walk through the woodlands nearby.
Buckler's Hard is a little over 2 miles from its sister attraction Beaulieu, where visitors can tour the National Motor Museum as well as Palace House and Beaulieu Abbey.
Opening Times
2008 1 Jan 2009 - 31 Dec 2009
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Family 1+4 or 2+3 | from £17.50 |
| Adult ticket | from £5.90 |
| Seniors | from £5.40 |
| Child aged 5-17 | from £4.30 |
Road Directions
Nearest major road is M27. Follow signs to Beaulieu and the Bucklers Hard.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Brockenhurst. Taxi required.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Catering
- On-Site cafe/restaurant - Master Builders House Hotel, restaurant and buffet bar, all year. Captains Cabin cafe open all year, 56 seats inside, 50 seats outside.
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Delta accepted
- Groups Accepted - None. Prior arrangement only
- Maestro Accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Max group size - 60
- Min group size - 15
- Solo accepted
- Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
- Visa accepted
Establishment Features
- Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- Toilets
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
Printed Material in Foreign Languages
- French printed material