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Hurst Castle Ferry
The views from the leisurely ferry ride to Hurst Castle is a highlight for many of our visitors as you meander down the Keyhaven River, home to much wildlife.
Please note ferry tickets cannot be purchased in advance. Ferry tickets can only be purchased on board the ferry on the day of your visit or at the kiosk at the castle entrance.
Single Fares: Adult: £4.00 Child: £3.00 Children under 3: FREE
Return Fares: Adult: £7.00 Child: £4.00 Children under 3: FREE
The first ferry departs to Hurst Castle at 10.00am, then approximately every 30 minutes. The last ferry from Hurst Castle to Keyhaven is at 5.30pm.
Contact Details
Location
Hurst Castle Ferries, Keyhaven Rd, Keyhaven, Milford on Sea, Lymington SO41 0TR, United Kingdom
We took the ferry to Hurst castle in June 2021. We parked at the Keyhaven long stay car park, it is recommended to allow 3-4 hours for parking to take a return ferry trip and visit the Hurst castle. The ferry runs about every 20 minutes, we arrived just as a ferry was being loaded with passengers - about 10 people on board at one time so we had to wait for the next boat. You can purchase a single/ return ticket. Card and/or cash payments accepted. The ferry is a small little boat, no life jackets are required to be worn so it is up to the owners to keep control of their dogs at all times. Thankfully Pepperoni was very happy to just sit on our lap and enjoy the sea breeze in her ears during the trip. You get lovely views of the Keyhaven harbour and nature reserve as you head towards Hurst castle. If you chose to walk along the spit to Hurst castle instead, you can also purchase your ferry tickets at the castle entrance if you wish to use it for your return.
