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      11 Activities to Visit

      Day 1

      110 mi1 mi

      Winchester, Southampton and the Lulworth Cove

      On the first day of this journey, you will visit a couple of heritage sights, an abandoned half-destroyed abbey and the iconic Cove of the Jurassic Coast.

      Day Itinerary

      The Vyne
      10:301 hr

      The Vyne

      Historic Site
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      The first stop on your journey is The Vyne, a 16th century manor and country house. It was originally built for Lord Sandys, Henry VIII's Lord Chamberlain. Then it was acquired by the Chute family, who managed the estate and made sure it kept its glory for more than 300 years. In the 17th century it was remodelled, and a classical portico and summerhouse were added to the ensemble.
      Take your time to indulge in the lovely atmosphere of the place. The grounds of the estate are a perfect place for a morning walk.
      24.8 mi40 min
      Winchester Cathedral
      12:1545 min

      Winchester Cathedral

      Church
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      Next stop – Winchester and its iconic landmark in the centre of the city. The Cathedral has been a key place of worship and history for more than 900 years. It's truly one of the greatest cathedrals of the UK. It's the resting place of Saxon royalty, bishops and also Jane Austen – the famous English novelist. Apart from the world-class architectural interest, the Cathedral also holds numerous outstanding works of art to admire.
      13.3 mi30 min
      Blue Jasmine
      13:301 hr

      Blue Jasmine

      Restaurant
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      It's time for lunch. After a quick 30-minute drive from Winchester, there's a fine dining restaurant located on the banks of the River Itchen in Southampton. It's also not far from the next stop on our journey.
      The octopus starter and the desserts are definitely worth trying.
      3.1 mi15 min
      Netley Abbey
      14:4530 min

      Netley Abbey

      Historic Site
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      If you like significant historical ruins, this is the place to be. The atmosphere is a bit surreal, but definitely exciting! A short detour is worth the effort to visit this old Abbey.
      After your visit to the Abbey, you will drive further to the Southwest, and to make sure you have enough charge in your EV, make a stop in Blandford Forum. It will require a detour, but a very short one.
      50.1 mi1 hr 10 min
      16:3010 min

      EV Charging Station

      EV Charging Station
      Open Details
      Next to a shopping mall, there's a fast charging station with different plugs available for your EV. One hour should be enough to get the charge required for the next part of the trip.
      This is the charging station of the GeniePoint network, so make sure you sign up in advance on their official website. Here are the specifications:
      CHAdeMO: 1 Plug, 50 kW CCS/SAE: 1 Plug, 50 kW Type 2: 1 Plug 43 kW
      0.2 mi5 min
      Stour Meadows Park
      16:4530 min

      Stour Meadows Park

      Park
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      While the car is charging, go for a stroll in Stour Meadows Park, a local scenic park nearby. The park features stone bridges over the River Stour that look remarkable, especially in the afternoon sun if you are lucky with the weather.
      0.4 mi10 min
      Blandford Town Museum
      17:3015 min

      Blandford Town Museum

      Museum
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      Your next stop is the Blandford Town Museum, but if the museum is closed, it's still nice to walk the streets of the town before heading out to the main destination of your journey, where the first day will finish.
      0.2 mi5 min
      17:5010 min

      EV Charging Station

      EV Charging Station
      Open Details
      Pick up your car and continue the journey.
      19 mi40 min
      Lulworth Cove Inn
      18:4530 min

      Lulworth Cove Inn

      Lodging
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      In the evening, you will arrive at Lulworth Cove where there's a very nice hotel located right next to this famous natural attraction. Park your car, check in and head out for an evening stroll.
      0.2 mi5 min
      Lulworth Cove
      19:301 hr

      Lulworth Cove

      Beach
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      The iconic Lulworth Cove and surrounding coastline are part of the world-famous Jurassic Coast – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In summer, there might be lots of people sunbathing and swimming, but it gets quieter in the evening. Between September and May is the best time for hiking in the area.
      Watch the sunset from the shore or explore the Stair Hole to the Southwest of the cove.
      0.2 mi5 min
      Lulworth Cove Inn
      20:4511 hrs

      Lulworth Cove Inn

      Lodging
      Open Details
      It's time for dinner and an overnight stay at the Lulworth Cove Inn. Sleep well and get plenty of rest for the second day of your adventure.
      Day 2

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