May is a wonderful time of year to visit Dorset, the days are warm and mild making it perfect for getting out and...
Dorset has inspired a wealth of writers throughout history, and many have called it home. It’s only fitting...
With Dorset's gardens and parks bursting with colourful flowers and warm spring sunshine peeping through the...
2024 is a year full of promise. With award winning beaches and B&Bs, new restaurants and exciting events,...
I’m Dylan, a miniature schnauzer and I love exploring Dorset with my owner. Dorset really is a dream...
As Dorset is blessed with both countryside and coastal habitats, there are lots of opportunities for wildlife...
If you want to explore Dorset’s wonderful countryside and enjoy a day out without your car, we’ve...
Dorset is renowned for its local produce and farmers' markets that you can find sprinkled around the county....
Enid Blyton absolutely loved her holidays in Dorset, particularly the Isle of Purbeck, and visited three times a...
Swanage is the perfect getaway destination for all seasons. Swanage is located on the Isle of Purbeck in Dorset and is the Eastern Gateway for exploring the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. Visit the award winning and family friendly Swanage beach Popular with all generations and evoking…
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I’m Cheryl, a member of the Visit Dorset tourism team and I love a cycling adventure, getting out, visiting new places and making lovely memories with my family. Amazingly, there’s still so much on my Dorset ‘to do’ list, so as the sun was shining and we (my husband and 2 children aged 15 and 9)…
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In January 2016 a local fossil hunter, Chris Moore, discovered a brand new species of Ichthyosaur in Lyme Regis and Sir David Attenborough helped uncover the story behind the Sea Dragon! Discovery of The Sea Dragon Chris first discovered the new species of fish lizard following a storm in January…
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A great way to discover Dorset's famous Jurassic Coast is on a guided tour. Martin runs Jurassic Coast Guides and his enthusiasm for his work is infectious and his knowledge captivates and inspires everyone, learn more about his story and guiding services here... Where it all began, my story As an…
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As any parent of young children will know, days out with 1 - 3 year olds can take quite a bit of planning! That's why Jess from the Visit Dorset team has listed her top picks for a fun, toddler-friendly day out in Dorset. Whilst we can't guarantee they'll be completely tantrum free, we hope it will…
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Sandbanks Home to the rich and famous, Sandbanks is known for its extremely expensive houses. But, it’s not hard to see why the property market is so hot in this area. Who wouldn’t want to live here, with views of the coast and beautifully golden sand stretching as far as the eye can see? At the…
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Enid Blyton absolutely loved her holidays in Dorset, particularly the Isle of Purbeck, and visited three times a year for over 20 years. Some of her best known children's books were inspired by the real places and people she met in Dorset. Spend 72 hours in the Isle of Purbeck and have a jolly good…
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Whether you want an eco-friendly holiday or just want to leave the car at home for the day, we have some great ideas for car free days out in Dorset. From walking the South West Coast Path and cycling through the Dorset countryside to cruising along the Jurassic Coast and enjoying open-top bus…
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So summer is just around the corner, and you look like you need a holiday! And unless you’ve been in deep hibernation or haven’t yet sobered up from the Christmas break you can’t help but notice all the holiday adverts doing the rounds. The choice is endless, and the lovely old world your oyster…
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Jurassic Coast
So summer is just around the corner, and you look like you need a holiday! And unless you’ve...
