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Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Free Admission | Free |
Parking fee applies.
TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence 2019
- Excellent664
- Very Good312
- Average41
- Poor11
- Terrible8
Recent Reviews:
- B FManchester, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyMost interesting
Monday, 10th June 2019We were on an excellent tour and stopped at the Park which I’d never been to before. There is a lovely cliff top walk with wonderful sea views and very interesting bits of information. A globe, the... Read full review - Restless59Bournemouth, United KingdomTrip Type:Solo travelNice even in the DrizzleMonday, 10th June 2019Often park in Swanage & walk the coastal path up to Durlston Head for a coffee while sitting to admire the views from the cafe. Always good even if drizzling. Sometimes I head round to the lighthouse... Read full review
- charlotte rChelmsford, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyGreat views
Tuesday, 11th June 2019Several walks to take around Durlston all with wonderful views over swanage bay old harry rocks and the Jurassic coast Read full review
Map & Directions
Road Directions
From the west: Nearest major road is A351. Follow A351 from Wareham to Swanage, then follow Durlston Country Park signs through Swanage's one-way system and up hill to the car park.From the east: Nearest major road is the A35. Follow signs to Sandbanks and catch the car ferry over the Studland. Follow signs to Swanage, then follow Durlston Country Park signs through Swanage's one-way system and up hill to the car park.
Public Transport Directions
FROM THE WEST: the nearest mainline railway station is Wareham (on the London Waterloo to Weymouth line). Catch the number 40 or bus from Wareham Railway Station to Swanage Bus/Train Station. Transfer to the Durlston Explorer number 5 bus to the Country Park (the bus runs from 25 May until 21 September 2019).
FROM THE EAST: Catch the train to Bournemouth Railway Station then transfer to the number 50 bus to Swanage Bus/Railway Station. Transfer to the Durlston Explorer number 5 bus to the Country Park (the bus runs from 25 May until 21 September 2019).
JOURNEY PLANNING: Contact Traveline on 0871 200 2233 or visit their website: www.travelinesw.com to look up bus timetables. From 1st January 2019, calls cost 12p per minute plus your phone company's access charge.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users - tramper mobility scooters available for hire - please book in advance.
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted - on lead
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
- Picnic Site
Establishment Features
- Dogs Accepted - on lead
- Open All Year
- Toilets
Event Facilities
- Free Entry
Key Features
- Approx length of visit - 3:00 hours
- In countryside
- Indoor Attraction - Castle, Visitor Centre and Art Gallery.
- Open by appointment outside normal opening times
- Outdoor Attraction
- Smoking Some Areas
Parking & Transport
- On Bus Route - the number 5 bus runs from May until September.
- Parking (charge) - large car park. 2 spaces available for coaches
Payment Methods
- Delta accepted
- JCB accepted
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Solo accepted
- Special group rates
- Visa accepted
Specialist Features
- Family Fun
- Marketed towards children
- Marketed towards families
- Marketed towards senior citizens
- Marketed towards student/youth
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups - charge applies. Free coach parking included in tour price.
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted
Opening Times
| 2019 Opening (1 January 2019 - 31 December 2019) |
|---|
* Castle & Visitor Centre Opening Times: April to 31 October - 10:00 to 17:00 and November to 31 March - 10:30 to 16:00 (except Christmas Day).
The Park is open all year.
Related
Tuesday, 16th July 2019 - Tuesday, 16th July 2019
Tuesday, 13th August 2019 - Tuesday, 13th August 2019
Tuesday, 17th September 2019 - Tuesday, 17th September 2019
Monday, 23rd September 2019 - Monday, 23rd September 2019
Saturday, 17th August 2019 - Saturday, 17th August 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Mindfulness WalkMindfulness Walk- more info
Monday, 12th August 2019 - Monday, 12th August 2019
Saturday, 7th September 2019 - Saturday, 7th September 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: StargazingJoin the Wessex Astronomical Society for a short talk in the Learning Centre and a chance to use telescopes to view the night sky.- more info
Monday, 1st July 2019 - Monday, 1st July 2019
Monday, 29th July 2019 - Monday, 29th July 2019
Sunday, 21st July 2019 - Sunday, 21st July 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: 'Local Vocals-Outdoor Choir'Local Vocals-Outdoor Choir- more info
Wednesday, 24th July 2019 - Thursday, 8th August 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park:Ten Bays: Exhibition:Ten Bays: Exhibition- more info
Thursday, 25th July 2019 - Thursday, 25th July 2019
Monday, 5th August 2019 - Monday, 5th August 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Natural Woodcraft with David EwersNatural Woodcraft with David Ewers- more info
Thursday, 11th July 2019 - Thursday, 11th July 2019
Thursday, 22nd August 2019 - Thursday, 22nd August 2019
Thursday, 26th September 2019 - Thursday, 26th September 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Welcome to the Pleasure Grounds! Guided TourWelcome to the Pleasure Grounds! Guided Tour- more info
Saturday, 13th July 2019 - Saturday, 13th July 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Creative Countryside PhotographyCreative Countryside Photography- more info
Monday, 17th June 2019 - Monday, 1st July 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Walking the Land ExhibitionWalking the Land Exhibition- more info
Thursday, 4th July 2019 - Thursday, 4th July 2019
Thursday, 5th September 2019 - Thursday, 5th September 2019
Saturday, 21st September 2019 - Saturday, 21st September 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Live Music Capriccioso String QuartetLive Music Capriccioso String Quartet- more info
Friday, 21st June 2019 - Friday, 21st June 2019
Friday, 28th June 2019 - Friday, 28th June 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Seabird Boat TripSeabird Boat Trip- more info
Sunday, 30th June 2019 - Sunday, 30th June 2019
Sunday, 28th July 2019 - Sunday, 28th July 2019
Sunday, 25th August 2019 - Sunday, 25th August 2019
Sunday, 22nd September 2019 - Sunday, 22nd September 2019
Sunday, 29th September 2019 - Sunday, 29th September 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Purbeck Footprints Wildlife Photography WalkWildlife & Photography Walk:Purbeck Footprints- more info
Sunday, 4th August 2019 - Sunday, 4th August 2019
Tuesday, 18th June 2019 - Tuesday, 18th June 2019
Sunday, 21st July 2019 - Sunday, 21st July 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Drawing in the MeadowsDrawing in the Meadows 11am-1pm- more info
Sunday, 21st July 2019 - Sunday, 21st July 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Wildflower WalksWildflower Walks- more info
Saturday, 22nd June 2019 - Saturday, 22nd June 2019
Saturday, 6th July 2019 - Saturday, 6th July 2019
Saturday, 20th July 2019 - Saturday, 20th July 2019
Saturday, 3rd August 2019 - Saturday, 3rd August 2019
Saturday, 10th August 2019 - Saturday, 10th August 2019
Saturday, 17th August 2019 - Saturday, 17th August 2019
Saturday, 24th August 2019 - Saturday, 24th August 2019
Saturday, 31st August 2019 - Saturday, 31st August 2019
Saturday, 28th September 2019 - Saturday, 28th September 2019
Monday, 22nd July 2019 - Sunday, 1st September 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Ocean Wonders Children's TrailOcean Wonders Children's Trail- more info
Wednesday, 24th July 2019 - Wednesday, 24th July 2019
Wednesday, 31st July 2019 - Wednesday, 31st July 2019
Wednesday, 7th August 2019 - Wednesday, 7th August 2019
Wednesday, 14th August 2019 - Wednesday, 14th August 2019
Wednesday, 21st August 2019 - Wednesday, 21st August 2019
Wednesday, 28th August 2019 - Wednesday, 28th August 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Wild WednesdaysWild Wednesdays- more info
Sunday, 22nd September 2019 - Sunday, 22nd September 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Great Dorset Beach CleanGreat Dorset Beach Clean- more info
Tuesday, 6th August 2019 - Tuesday, 6th August 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park:Victorian WalkVictorian Walk- more info
Saturday, 14th September 2019 - Saturday, 14th September 2019
- Events at Durlston Country Park:Durlston and Beyond ExhibitionDurlston and Beyond Exhibition
- more info
Sunday, 8th September 2019 - Sunday, 8th September 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Durlston RocksDurlston Rocks
Take a stroll to discover more about Durlston's wildlife, history and geology with Shannon Dugdale- more info
Wednesday, 31st July 2019 - Wednesday, 31st July 2019
Friday, 5th July 2019 - Friday, 5th July 2019
Friday, 2nd August 2019 - Friday, 2nd August 2019
Friday, 6th September 2019 - Friday, 6th September 2019
Sunday, 23rd June 2019 - Sunday, 23rd June 2019
Sunday, 30th June 2019 - Sunday, 30th June 2019
Sunday, 7th July 2019 - Sunday, 7th July 2019
Sunday, 14th July 2019 - Sunday, 14th July 2019
Sunday, 21st July 2019 - Sunday, 21st July 2019
Sunday, 28th July 2019 - Sunday, 28th July 2019
Sunday, 4th August 2019 - Sunday, 4th August 2019
Sunday, 11th August 2019 - Sunday, 11th August 2019
Sunday, 18th August 2019 - Sunday, 18th August 2019
Sunday, 25th August 2019 - Sunday, 25th August 2019
Sunday, 1st September 2019 - Sunday, 1st September 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Park YogaStop Frame Animation Halloween Workshop with Richard Haynes- more info
Wednesday, 14th August 2019 - Friday, 30th August 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Zennor Box Paintings: ExhibitionZennor Box Paintings: Exhibition- more info
Thursday, 1st August 2019 - Thursday, 1st August 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Bushcraft BootcampBushcraft Bootcamp- more info
Sunday, 7th July 2019 - Sunday, 7th July 2019
Friday, 26th July 2019 - Friday, 26th July 2019
Sunday, 18th August 2019 - Sunday, 18th August 2019
Sunday, 29th September 2019 - Sunday, 29th September 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Walk With a RangerWalks with the Rangers- more info
Sunday, 23rd June 2019 - Sunday, 23rd June 2019
Thursday, 18th July 2019 - Thursday, 18th July 2019
Saturday, 14th September 2019 - Saturday, 14th September 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park:Park to Pier Walk: History and WildlifePark to Pier Walk: History and Wildlife- more info
Saturday, 3rd August 2019 - Saturday, 3rd August 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Introduction to OrienteeringIntroduction to Orienteering- more info
Sunday, 23rd June 2019 - Sunday, 23rd June 2019
Sunday, 14th July 2019 - Sunday, 14th July 2019
Saturday, 29th June 2019 - Saturday, 29th June 2019
Events at Durlston Country Park: Durlston Dog DayDurlston Dog Day 2019!- more info
Sunday, 11th August 2019 - Sunday, 11th August 2019
- Events at Durlston Country Park: Art Workshop: Drawing in Pen and PencilArt Workshop: Drawing in Pen and Pencil
- more info
Saturday, 27th July 2019 - Saturday, 27th July 2019
- Events at Durlston Country Park:Life in the Ocean Willow and Paper SculpturesLife in the Ocean Willow and Paper Sculptures
- more info
Thursday, 25th July 2019 - Thursday, 25th July 2019
Thursday, 1st August 2019 - Thursday, 1st August 2019
Thursday, 8th August 2019 - Thursday, 8th August 2019
Thursday, 15th August 2019 - Thursday, 15th August 2019
Thursday, 22nd August 2019 - Thursday, 22nd August 2019
Thursday, 29th August 2019 - Thursday, 29th August 2019
- Events at Durlston Country Park:Kids' EventsKids' Events-children must be accompanied by adults.
- more info
Sunday, 15th September 2019 - Sunday, 15th September 2019
- Events at Durlston Country Park:Sketchbook WalkSketchbook Walk
- more info
