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For details of Bursledon Regatte in August www.bursledonregatta.co.uk

General village information 
www.bursledon.org

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Bursledon...a rich and varied history

Steeped in heritage, Bursledon was for centuries the centre in southern England for shipbuilding. ‘The Elephant’, Nelson’s flagship for the Battle of Copenhagen was built here.

The centre of this historic village is a Conservation Area packed with quaint cottages and fascinating traditional grand houses.

You can explore the area via the excellent walking leaflet available form the Parish Council.

The Swanwick, Bursledon and Warsash Regatta takes place annually at the end of August celebrates its 140th year in 2010. The Jolly Sailor pub made famous in the TV programme Howards Way, has great river views and its own jetty for diners arriving by boat!