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England’s South Coast is well-known for stunning scenery, beautiful towns and unique hidden gems. Why not make 2025 the year you explore the coastline by motorhome?
Pack up all the essentials, double check your motorhome insurance is sorted and set off on an adventure with your loved ones. Here are some of the best routes in the area which will showcase all the South Coast has to offer.
Exploring the Jurassic Coast
Perhaps one of the most iconic stretches of coastline in England is the Jurassic Coast. This 95-mile-long UNESCO World Heritage Site is the only place on Earth where rocks from the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods can be seen together. This represents 185 million years of history!
Keep an eye out for famous landmarks such as Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. Many of the beaches along the coastline have fossils for you to discover. Those new to the hobby should start at the beaches between Lyme Regis and Charmouth as these are the easiest and safest. Remember to check the tide times before you start, though.
Discovering the New Forest
The New Forest has been the inspiration for many authors, artists and poets, and it is easy to see why! In a magical forest where ponies, donkeys and deer roam free, there is plenty to see and do.
If you pitch your motorhome near Milford-on-Sea, you will be able to find plenty of sites which can accommodate you. From here, you can visit the impressive Hurst Castle nearby as well as the National Motoring Museum – perfect if the weather isn’t the best.
Touring the South West 660
The South West 660 is a route made up of twelve sections, each about 50 miles long. The route stretches from Poole in Dorset and hugs the coastline around Cornwall and finishes in Watchet in Somerset, showing off the best of the area on the way.
This is a very long route, so you may want to split it up into multiple trips. You could avoid the summer months as theyget very busy and complete sections 1-6 in spring and 7-12 in autumn. Some of the river crossings involve tugboat-style ferry crossings which is a unique experience.
If you are planning on having an adventure whilst avoiding the summer months, make sure you pack adequately. Having good quality waterproofs and thermals will keep you warm and dry should the weather turn. It is also a good idea to kit out your motorhome with tools and spares for any heating and water systems you have. You don’t want to be stuck in the cold with no heating!
Wherever you decide to travel, remember to take any litter or waste with you and treat the local area with respect.
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