Activities in Dorset

Dorset is perfectly suited for those with a spirit of adventure and a love of the great outdoors! Our mix of glorious countryside and superb coast makes the ideal setting for a great escape, so come and recharge your batteries in our stunning natural environment and you'll return home fully refreshed and invigorated.

These boots are made for walking!

Dorset is a walker’s paradise!  The South West Coast Path runs the length of the county, walk a small section or if you’re a bit of pro why not hike its entirety? Whichever you choose, you’ll be rewarded with stunning views along the way.

Inland in northern Dorset, way-marked walking trails let you explore an area of unspoilt beauty.

Tee off in Dorset

Golf enthusiasts can tee off from a number of superb courses in Dorset, all offering a different challenge in some spectacular settings.  Whatever your handicap, both experienced golfers and novices will find a course to suit their level with many courses open to members and visitors alike.

Or if you're just out for a bit of family fun then Dorset has some great pitch and putt and crazy golf courses.

Pedal Power

Cyclists can take their pick of challenging hill climbs over rough track or gentle meanders through winding lanes to remote villages and rural pubs for a lunchtime ploughman’s and a pint of local ale!

Discover Dorset on Horseback

With our expanses of open countryside and beautiful beaches here in Dorset, the county is perfect for horse riding. Explore the network of trails and bridleways in Dorset which make their way through our un-spoilt countryside taking in some stunning scenery and imagine galloping along the sand with the sea breeze in your hair.

The equestrian experience in Dorset is exhilarating and offers hacks to suit all levels of rider.

Feeling Adventurous?

Turn to the sea for adrenaline kicks as you zoom down the coast in a speedy RIB or try your hand at coasteering, you’ll certainly be left feeling exhilarated!  Hire a kite surfer to leap across the waves or even abseil down steep cliffs!

Inland, you can have a go at shooting clays, quad biking or even an army assault course!

Cast a Line

The varied landscapes here in Dorset make fishing an incredibly popular pastime. Wile away the hours at serene lakeside settings or gushing rivers.

Cast off from Chesil Beach at sunset and reel in some mackerel or experience the thrill of angling out at sea with boat trips out from most of our coastal resorts. Dorset also offers some great rockpooling spots and what could be more fun than crabbing at the harbour on a hot summers day?

So what are you waiting for? Get out and active in Dorset!