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.