The Rothesay is ideally located for attractions to suit every age and every taste.
Highcliffe has beautiful award winning beaches, several nature reserves, special wildlife areas, and coastal walks, Grade 1 listed Highcliffe Castle, and many shops and restaurants.
The ancient New Forest is minutes away, as is historic Christchurch with it's famous Priory. There are wildlife parks and theme parks for the kids, and many museums of all kinds nearby.
The Jurassic Coast - a World Heritage Site - is an easy drive away, as are many water sport centres. Fishing - both freshwater and from beach or boat - is very popular in our area.
There are also golf clubs galore, including Highcliffe's own Highcliffe Castle Golf Club.
Below is just a taste of what we can offer visitors to our area. Clicking most of the pictures will take you to the related website.

Highcliffe Beach		Highcliffe Beach		Highcliffe Beach
The New Forest		Highcliffe Castle		Christchurch
Famous National Park - right on the doorstep		Grade 1 listed - historical, concerts, exhibitions		Historical Christchurch
Highcliffe Community Website		Highcliffe Castle Golf Club		Walking
All about the village of Highcliffe		Excellent course - usually open to visitors		Coastal paths, Forest walks, Nature walks
Christchurch Priory		Jurassic Coast		Monkey World
Ancient and famous priory		World Heritage Site		Rescue Centre - with its own tv show
Adventure Wonderland		Aviation Museum		Museum of Electricity
Great place for kids of all ages		Fascinating stuff		Lots of hands-on fun for kids and adults
Hurst Castle		Snowtrax		Nature Reserves
Explore this historical fort		Go skiing in Dorset		Our area abounds with wildlife reserves