Buckler's Hard

Buckler's Hard

Buckler's Hard
New Forest
Hampshire
SO42 7XB

Tel: 01590 616203

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Opening Times

Summer Opening (9 Apr 2024 - 30 Sept 2024)
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday10:00 - 17:00

* Buckler's Hard is open seven days per week, excluding Christmas Day.

For visitors arriving by car, the car park will open at 10am with last entry at 5pm. The exit gates will be locked at 8pm. Last admission to the indoor areas of the village is 30 minutes prior to closing time.

Map & Directions

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Road Directions

By Road
From London take the M3, then the M27 westbound, exiting at Junction 2 on to the A326. Follow the brown and white tourist signs for either Beaulieu or the National Motor Museum. At Beaulieu Village, follow the brown and white tourist signs to Buckler’s Hard. The approximate travel time from London is 2 hours.
 

Public Transport Directions

Travel to Buckers Hard by public transport and you will receive 20% discount off your standard admission.

Public transport to Buckers Hard varies seasonally, please check Buckler's Hard travel page for the latest information by website clicking the link at the top of this page.

Events

Saturday, 16th March 2024 - Sunday, 3rd November 2024

The Art of Buckler's HardThe Art of Buckler's HardExplore The Art of Buckler's Hard, a new exhibition showcasing art from the recent Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year Semi final, as well as paintings from the Montagu family collection.
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Saturday, 13th April 2024 - Saturday, 13th April 2024

Great British Dog Walk at Buckler's HardGreat British Dog Walk at Buckler's HardThere will be waggy tails and wet noses in abundance at Buckler's Hard near Beaulieu on 13 April, when hundreds of dog walkers gather to raise money for national charity, Hearing Dogs for Deaf People.
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Guide Prices

Entry to the village is free (a parking charge applies). A small admission charge applies for Buckler’s Hard Museum and River Cruise. See the Bucklers Hard website for current prices.

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4 of 5 stars
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    Recent Reviews:

    • Sam N
      Derby, United Kingdom
      Shipbuiliding history
      4 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 5th March 2024
      Buckler's Hard shipyards built ships for Nelson and the mulberry harbours for D-Day so has a fascinating history. You can walk from Beaulieu village (2.25 miles) along the Beaulieu River or drive and... Read full review
    • John R
      Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom
      Amazing history lesson
      5 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 7th March 2024
      Amazing history to imagine that Nelson’s war ships were built here. Spend time in the museum (entry fee payable) but worth every penny. Give yourself an hour for the museum which is interactive. You... Read full review
    • ExpatMoscow
      Moscow
      Outstanding museum
      5 of 5 stars
      Friday, 8th March 2024
      The setting is beautiful and fascinating but the museum itself is outstanding! We could have spent a whole day there if there had been a few seats scatted around. Full of amazing information and well... Read full review

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