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Pennington sits just to the west of Lymington, sharing its busy neighbour’s coastal character but maintaining a distinct identity centred around its own village cross and common. Geographically, it is defined by its proximity to the Solent; a short walk south leads to the Pennington Marshes, a vast expanse of nature reserves and sea walls that offer views across to the Isle of Wight. Historically, the area was shaped by the local salt industry, and the remains of old salterns still mark the landscape near the water. Life here tends to revolve around the village green and the shops along the main road, which provide the practicalities of daily life without the constant hum of the Lymington tourist crowds. The housing is a mix of Victorian cottages and more extensive mid-century developments, providing a grounded, residential feel that borders the southern edge of the New Forest National Park. It is a place that feels connected to the forest and the sea in equal measure, serving as a quiet gateway to the coastal paths that run all the way to Keyhaven.