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Highcliffe-on-Sea

This award-winning floral village lies four miles to the east of Christchurch and has a good range of places to stay, eat and drink and interesting independent shops. The peaceful coastline is only a few minutes walk from the village centre and the unspoilt beaches are great for watersports, swimming, body boarding or just lazing around. The jewel in Christchurch's crown is Highcliffe Castle a magnificent Grade 1 listed mansion set in attractive cliff-top grounds.

Mudeford

Mudeford has an intriguing history of smuggling over the centuries and the picturesque quay is still the focal point of the local fishing industry. Its spectaular location with Christchurch Harbour on one side and the open sea on the other make it a very popular destination for sailing and windsurfing. Mudeford has a good range of accommodation and places to eat and drink

Hurn

Action and activity is the key for all the family at Hurn, only a ten minute drive from the town centre. Here you will find Adventure Wonderland and Wild Thing, Snowtrax and a variety of activities including horse riding, four wheel driving, golf, go-karting and paintballing.

Several of Christchurch's excellentcaravan and camping parks are located in Hurn and it is also home to Bournemouth Airport.