Ocean Village, Marina in Southampton, United Kingdom
Ocean Village is a marina and mixed-use development at the mouth of the River Itchen in Southampton, England. It combines a working marina with apartments, offices, shops, and a range of leisure facilities including a cinema and numerous restaurants.
The site was originally Southampton's first working dock, the Outer Dock, which opened in 1842. It was redeveloped in 1986 into a leisure marina and has since undergone several phases of modernization, including the addition of residential and commercial spaces.
The marina is a hub for sailing events and has hosted the start of round-the-world yacht races, drawing spectators to the waterfront. Its name, Ocean Village, reflects the maritime theme, and the area buzzes with activity during regattas and festivals.
The area is best explored on foot, with walkways linking the marina, shops, and entertainment venues. Visitors can park at the Ocean Car Park, which offers ample space over several floors, and the site is generally accessible throughout the day.
The marina basin is deep enough to accommodate tall ships and large yachts, and it once hosted the Calshot Spit lightship as a static attraction. The lightship, built in 1914, was later moved to the Solent Sky museum.
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