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Things to Do in Hythe and the Waterside

The waterside town of Hythe has an interesting history. It’s well worth approaching the town by catching the Hythe ferry which crosses Southampton Water. Not only can you see the shipping movements and perhaps even some of the luxurious cruise liners, you’ll get an excellent view of the Hythe Pier, with the oldest working pier train in the world (it’s even in the Guinness Book of Records for it!).

Shop along the Georgian High Street or at the town’s regular market and look out for themed markets which take place throughout the year at various times.

Located on the shore of the Solent you'll find Calshot Activities Centre, one of the south's largest activity centres! Here you can enjoy their amazing climbing complex, a dry ski slope, an indoor velodrome and a whole host of water sports on the coastal waters.

Families will enjoy nearby Lepe Country Park with its beach, walks and nature trails. It’s an ideal place for cycling too. Keep a look out for the guided nature walks and family activities in the school holidays as well.

If you fancy walking a bit further then the 60-mile Solent Way passes through Hythe. You can opt to walk the whole route or perhaps take sections of it and enjoy some of the scenic views as you stroll through the countryside and coastline as it passes nearby to Hythe.

Cycle the circular ‘Looping Lepe and Exbury’ route which passes along our National Park’s beautiful coastline.

Enjoy a spot of fishing nearby and pick up supplies at Noble’s Fishing Shop or take to the waters with Calshot Sailing Club, located nearby.

In Dibden, the Dibden Golf Centre offers two fabulous courses, both offering stunning views of the surrounding area.

Some of our top attractions are also located just down the road from Hythe & Dibden - Exbury Gardens, National Motor Mueseum in Beaulieu and Buckler's Hard.

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Lepe Country Park

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Southampton

With over a mile of beach, pine fringed cliffs, wildflower meadows, woods and historic D-Day remains, Lepe Country Park is the ideal place to relax and watch the world go by.

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Calshot Activities Centre

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Southampton

In a prime location on the shores of the Solent, Calshot Activities Centre is one of the largest outdoor adventure centres in Britain.
We offer a wide range of exciting water and land based activities, for all abilities and ages throughout the…

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The Fabulous Catch Company

Location:

Calshot

Catch produces award winning handmade fish cakes, crab cakes, crab bisque and many other delicious fishy delicacies! Support local fishing!

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Unique Retail - Online Shopping

Location:

Hythe

Unique Retail is a shop on the high street of Hythe which is full of hand made gifts made by the local community. We also have our very own refillable station for all your dried food.

We offer delivery or collection - let us know what you want!…

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Hythe Ferry

Location:

Southampton

You can enjoy a boat trip and harbour crossing every half hour on our ferry whatever* time or day you choose to visit, or simply enjoy an historic trip on the 1920's original pier train.

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Ashlett Creek to Calshot Spit

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Fawley

2.8 miles (4.5 km)
This walk is great for families with young children, starting from Fawley town centre and following a pretty country lane with views over Southampton Water to the small and historic inlet of Ashlett Creek. It then passes the…

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Looping Lepe and Exbury

9.3 miles (15 km)
This ride allows you to travel along the National Park’s charming coastline with sea views before heading inland. In winter this route can be muddy and challenging on the by-ways, so a mountain bike is a must.

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Lepe to Fawley

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Southampton

Distance: 3 miles (4.8 km) circular section
This trail has a central circular section with connective ‘branches’ to Langley, Blackfield, Fawley, Exbury and Lepe. Many of these routes (now Rights of Way) can be seen on maps dating from the mid to…

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Manor of Cadland

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Shop - Farm

Location:

Fawley

Telephone
023 8089 3582
Calshot Sailing Club

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Sailing

Location:

Calshot

Telephone
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Jolly Roger Sailing

Category:

Sailing

Location:

Hythe
Mopley Farm Cadland Fishery

Category:

Fishing

Telephone
023 8089 1617
New Forest Fabrics

Category:

Shop - Arts & Craft

Location:

Dibden Purlieu
Tesco

Category:

Shop - Supermarket

Location:

Dibden

Telephone
0845 6779 368
Noble's Fishing Shop

Category:

Shop - Outdoor

Location:

114-118 Hampton Lane, Blackfield

Telephone
023 8089 9606
Dibden Golf Centre

Category:

Golf - 18 hole

Location:

Dibden

Telephone
023 8084 5596
KJ's Roomy Footwear Ltd

Category:

Shop - Shoe

Location:

Hythe
Waterside Cycles

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Shop - Sports

Location:

Hythe

Telephone
02380 840765
Newhouse Venison & Game

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Shop - Food

Location:

Blackfield
C A PARFITT & SON

Category:

Shop

Location:

Hythe

Telephone
02380843681

Shoe & Leather Repairer & key cutting plus Engraving