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Hurst Beach
Hurst Spit, Keyhaven, HampshireSea pool on The SolentSwim with caution
Hurst Beach is a shingle coastal beach on Hurst Spit near Keyhaven.
- Water
- Sea pool, The Solent
- Managed by
- New Forest District Council
Getting there
The spit is reached by a walk from Keyhaven car park. Hurst Castle is about two miles along the shingle spit.
50.7110, -1.5691
Get directionsRules to know before you go
- Do not swim near the end of the spit during dangerous tidal conditions.
- Avoid the Keyhaven River because of strong currents and boat traffic.
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