Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre, Bournemouth
Facts and practical information
Hengistbury Head, formerly also called Christchurch Head, is a headland jutting into the English Channel between Bournemouth and Mudeford in the English county of Dorset. It is a site of international importance in terms of its archaeology and is scheduled as an Ancient Monument. Declared a Local Nature Reserve in 1990, the head and its surroundings form part of the Christchurch Harbour Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is also a Special Area of Conservation, Special Protection Area, an Environmentally Sensitive Area and a Site of Nature Conservation Interest. The name "Hengistbury Head" refers to the immediate area; the elevated portion is called Warren Hill. ()
Barn Cottage Hengistbury HeadEast SouthbourneBournemouth BH6 4EW
Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Christchurch Priory, Red House Museum, Hengistbury Head, Christchurch Castle.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre open?
- Monday 10 am - 4 pm
- Tuesday 10 am - 4 pm
- Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
- Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
- Friday 10 am - 4 pm
- Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
- Sunday 10 am - 4 pm
Which popular attractions are close to Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre?
How to get to Hengistbury Head Visitor Centre by public transport?
Bus
- Hengistbury Head • Lines: 11, 12 (5 min walk)
- St Nicholas Church • Lines: 11, 12 (16 min walk)