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 Christchurch
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| Christchurch, on the border with Hampshire, is a popular sailing centre sited where the Stour
and the Avon meet. Protected by Hengistbury Head with its Iron Age fort, the old town
is dominated by the famous 11th century Priory Church, the longest parish church in
England.
In Christchurch there are several reserved buildings including
the thatched 14th century Old Court House and the Georgian
Red House.
In the summer months try a ferry trip, hear the band concerts,
hire a boat hire or watch the wildlife at Stanpit Marshes.
The main beach near Christchurch is at Mudeford.
Christchurch has a market on Mondays, and there is a Tourist
Information Centre in the town.
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Location
Map of Christchurch |
What
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Christchurch Tourist Attractions
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 Priory
Church, Christchurch, the longest parish church in England
with 176 steps to the top of the tower, shop, small museum,
monument to the poet Shelley, suggested donation. Map |
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Castle, Christchurch, remains of a Norman keep and house
on the banks of the Avon. Map |
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Red
House Museum & Gardens, Quay Road, Christchurch,
Georgian splendour with local history, display of costumes,
shop,etc, Tel: 01202 482860 
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Top Jousting, 2 hours of jousting during the summer,
Tel: 01202 483777
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In Wonderland Maze, at Hurn off A338 north of Christchurch,
maze, play areas, farm, shop, etc, Tel: 01202 483444
Open: Easter -mid Sept, mid-Sept-Oct Weekends
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Where
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Wick Lane, Wick Ferry Christchurch BH23 1HU
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Individual and stunning 4 star hotel, chic and contemporary decor. Excellent food and service. Luxury suites and deluxe rooms, all river facing. Spa. Non smoking policy, but designated seating area outside.
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87 Bure Lane Friars Cliff Christchurch BH23 4DN
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This stylish hotel is quietly situated in its own grounds, a 4 minute walk from natural coastline, Christchurch harbour and Mudeford Quay. Medieval Christchurch, Highcliffe Castle and The New Forest are all close by. Lymington is just 10 miles away.
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Somerford Road Christchurch BH23 3QG
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This Premier Inn is on a bus route for Christchurch town centre (around 1 mile/1.6 km) and Bournemouth. Expect en suite rooms and an on-site Beefeater restaurant for freshly char-grilled food.
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428 Lymington Road Highcliffe on Sea Christchurch BH23 5HF
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The White House is situated at the edge of Highcliffe award winning village on the edge of Hampshire. New Forest is only a 5 minute drive away.
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18 Castle Street Christchurch BH23 1DT
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Following a renovation this boutique hotel and restaurant overlooking the River Avon is set to reopen in summer 2008.
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Lyndhurst Road Christchurch BH23 7EF
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Set within The New Forest National Park, this beautiful country house with on-site gastro pub has over 18 acres of picturesque parkland and bedrooms with a boutique English style.
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Walkford near Christchurch BH23 5QD Tel: 01244 357717
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Woodland Cottage is a luxury, semi detached cottage in the residential area of Walkford near to Highcliffe on Sea, on the edge of the New Forest National Park and just a short drive from the resort towns of Christchurch and Bournemouth....
Sleeps up to 6 in 3 bedrooms
. Changeover Day: Fri Price Guide: 260.00-693.00
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 01244 357717
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Days Out in and around Christchurch
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Towns near Christchurch To Visit - straight line distance:
Bournemouth Tourist Information (4.56 miles) Barton on-Sea Tourist Information (5.03 miles) Milford on Sea Tourist Information (8.26 miles) Poole Tourist Information (9.11 miles) |
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Telephone Code
01202
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Information
Centre
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High Street
Christchurch
Tel: 01202
471780
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