Buckler's Hard

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Covid-19 update: The outdoor spaces to Buckler’s Hard are now open and the Captain's Cabin Tea Rooms are offering a take-away menu. During this time, entry to the village is free, however there will be a parking charge for visitors arriving by car. The indoor attractions and river cruise will reopen from 17th May, subject to government guidance. 

Step back in time on the banks of the Beaulieu River at the peaceful haven of Buckler's Hard. Discover what it was like to live and work in an 18th century shipbuilding village where ships for Nelson’s Navy were built.

Maritime Museum
Visit the Maritime Museum which tells the story of this unique village, bringing to life the characters who lived here at the time of Henry Adams, the Master Shipbuilder at Buckler's Hard between 1744 and 1805. 

Historic Cottage Displays
Explore the Labourer's and Shipwright's cottages which show how the village would have looked in the early 1800s. Inside the New Inn, hear residents from the time gossiping about local matters.

SS Persia Exhibition
The SS Persia exhibition tells the story of this P&O liner, tragically sunk by a German U-Boat during WWI. Discover the ship’s surprising links with Rolls Royce and the Montagu family. 

River Cruise
Between Easter and October step aboard a tranquil cruise down the Beaulieu River. Admire the diverse range of wildlife and discover the important role the river played during WWII. 

Relax & Refuel
Buckler's Hard is a place for relaxation as well as exploration. Refreshments are to hand at the Captain's Cabin Tea Rooms and The Master Builder's House Hotel, overlooking the Beaulieu River.