Name: Castle to Castle Challenge | New Forest
Start: 2026-06-05T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-06-07T00:00:00.000Z
Location: New Forest District, UK

The Wild Swimming Co. Ltd

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82 reviews

Jun 5 - 7, 2026

Group size: 1 - 99

Castle to Castle Challenge | New Forest

New Forest District, UK

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The Wild Swimming Co. Ltd

Email address verified

82 reviews

Jun 5 - 7, 2026

Group size: 1 - 99

Camping option | Bring your own | +Adult

£34

Camping option | Bring your own | +Child

£16

Day 1
Day 1
Hurst Castle to Milford on Sea
Day 1: Milford Haven to Milford on Sea

Depending on the wind and tide direction, our first day begins with an afternoon walk from Milford Haven to Hurst Castle (time TBC). From there, we’ll enter the water to swim along the beautiful New Forest coastline, guided by our experienced lifeguard team.

Vehicles will be parked strategically to ensure an easy return after the swim.

We’ll wrap up the day with some delicious homemade cake on the beach.

Dinner Options:
Self-cater at your accommodation, or let us help you book a table at one of the area’s best restaurants.
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Day 2
Day 2
Milford on Sea to Barton on Sea
Day 2: Sunrise and Milford to Barton Swim

Depending on wind and tide direction, early risers can marvel at a breath taking New Forest sunrise over the Isle of Wight’s iconic chalk cliffs.

Our swim journey continues as we glide from Milford on Sea to Barton on Sea, passing a picturesque stretch of traditional beach huts, sandstone cliffs, secluded beaches, and curious onlookers along the way.

We’ll finish this scenic swim at one of the area’s excellent cafés, followed, of course, by more of our signature homemade cake.

As the evening sets in, we’ll exclusively hire a heated outdoor pool for a gentle stretch session, ensuring you’re refreshed and ready for the final leg of this incredible adventure.
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Day 3
Day 3
Barton on Sea to Highcliffe Castle
Day 3: Crossing Borders – Hampshire to Dorset

Depending on wind and tide conditions, the final leg of our adventure takes you across borders, swimming from leafy Hampshire into delightful Dorset. Along the way, you’ll pass renowned surf spots, stretches of golden sand, and a stunning forest backdrop.

Your journey concludes below the majestic Highcliffe Castle, where you’ll celebrate with more delicious homemade cake. To mark the achievement of your personal challenge, you’ll also receive a Tame the Tides sew-on badge as a memento of this unforgettable experience.
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Day 1

Hurst Castle to Milford on Sea

The Wild Swimming Co. Ltd

82 reviews

Incredible swimming holidays and events at iconic locations around the UK. Fabulous food, wonderful wines and accommodation come as standard alongside inclusive, breath taking swims and kind humans on our holidays. Our unique holidays focus on bringing new people to the best secret and most iconic swim spots from Cornwall, Devon & Dorset to North Wales and the Lake District, in exclusive, simple yet stunning accommodation with every detail taken care of. ✔ STA Open Water Swim Coaches ✔ Iconic Locations ✔ Lifeguard Led

It was my first time going on a wild swim adventure. It was an adventure well planned out, great location. The accommodation was clean tidy and comfortable. There were a lovely bunch of people taken part .Thanks to Mel, Rich, Paul and Frith made the whole weekend was memorable one. Food was good too. Will definitely book another trip. As a suggestion it may be worth to let people know that you have to drive to location. For those who didn’t have a car can double up with those whom have.

By Isabel H for The Adventure Swimmer Retreat on Oct 08, 2025

It was a great experience with friends and the organisation was excellent. Thank you so much for the opportunity and the marshalls were all so supportive. Hope to be back next year.

By Mark H for The Old Harry Swim Challenge 2025 on Sep 30, 2025

We had an amazing tour of the rocks, despite the weather not allowing us to do the full exploration, we were still able to get out and onto the rocks. Our swim guide was very knowledgeable and the whole team welcomed us on arrival. The rib ride out and back was great fun.