Events at Hurst Castle

Wartime Concert Party to mark the reopening of the Garrison Theatre

Now Fully Booked

A concert party is to be staged on Friday 16th May in the WW2 Garrison Theatre at Hurst Castle to raise funds for its restoration. During the winter months, the theatre has been restored complete with platform stage, original proscenium arch, hessian curtains, lights and a modern sound system.

The programme will include the Windmill Swing Band playing classic tunes from the period featuring their talented singer, Jan Press. There will also be a special guest appearance by Betty Hockey, now in her 90s, who performed with ENSA in this theatre in the 1940s and will be recollecting her wartime experiences.

Tickets are available at £10 per head on a first-come-first-served basis from Jackie Ellis, Hon. Secretary, Friends of Hurst Castle, Thistledown, Sway Road, Lymington, Hants SO41 8LJ. 01590 676319.

The price includes return ferry from Keyhaven, Castle entry and a free drink at the bar. Bring your own picnic for the interval and warm clothes as required. The ferry will depart from Keyhaven 6.15 pm and return at 9.30pm. The event will be held subject to weather conditions.

Ticket numbers are strictly limited, so make your booking now to avoid disappointment.

Evening visits for clubs and groups

Departing Keyhaven on the ferry at 6.00pm and a guided tour of the castle on arrival at Hurst. Supper and a glass of wine in the WWII gunners theatre - the only garrison theatre remaining in the world - and arriving back at Keyhaven for around 9.15pm.

From £15 per head, including return ferry, Castle admission, guided tour, supper and a glass of wine.

For pre-arranged groups of: minimum 30; maximum 90

Corporate Events

Hurst Castle is the perfect setting for all types of corporate events, team building and water-based activities centre. Catering facilities available by our own on-site based staff. The area is so special that it is even used by the Royal Marines for their training exercises.

Wedding Receptions, Anniversaries and Special Celebrations

The Tudor Castle is a unique venue for a special occasion. Several areas can be decorated to suit your own theme or just enjoy the atmosphere of the Henry VIII centre keep or master gunners room.