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There’s so much to see in Dorset, why not get the most out of your visit and take a day trip to discover the county’s rich natural beauty and heritage?
And what better way to explore than by taking advantage of the many tour packages and day trips on offer…
The Jurassic Cycle Trails are safe, flat, family friendly and fun and make for a great day trip out.
There is a choice of 3 trails; the Lodmoor Trail, the Weymouth Trail or the Portland Trail (all round trips) with plenty of attractions and activities to enjoy along the routes including SandWorld and the SeaLife Centre.
With Jurassic Cycle Trails, it is also possible to combine your cycle hire with another activity such as sea kayaking, stand up paddleboarding or windsurfing – now that’s a day trip to remember!
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Boat Trip
Portland
Sailing daily from Portland - check website for availability and to book. Both novice and sailor can try classic tall-ship sailing around Southern England’s stunning Jurassic coastline and the fascinating chalk downlands of The Isle of Purbeck and…
Railway
SWANAGE
Enjoy a nostalgic steam-train ride on the Purbeck line. Trains run for most of the year - daily from April to October and most weekends throughout the year. Park at Norden then catch a train to travel 6 miles south to Swanage, passing through Corfe…
Boat Trip
POOLE
Cruises operate daily from Poole Quay and Swanage Pier (1st April - 31st October 2020). Check the website for winter sailings. We offer a wide selection of cruises along the Jurassic coast, trips to the Victorian resort at Swanage and the Steam…
Outdoor Pursuits
WEST LULWORTH
*LATEST UPDATE* Activities are suspended until further notice. Lulworth Outdoors are a passionate, lively group of outdoor pursuit instructors, based within the stunning and versatile Lulworth Estate. We have access to continuous footpaths,…
Country Park/Nature Reserve
POOLE
A beautiful island with wonderful views, history & wildlife including rare red squirrels and birds, and is also the birthplace of Scouting and Guiding.
Country Park/Nature Reserve
RINGWOOD
To inject a sense of fun into your family days out then head to Moors Valley Country Park and Forest to get active in the outdoors and have yourself a family adventure. You are sure to find something for everyone.
Children of all ages will love…
Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre
SWANAGE
Activities include: Coasteering, Kayaking, Climbing & Abseiling and Bushcraft amongst other things, plus outdoor corporate events, fun days and team building for business plus school and youth residential programmes and activity days.
Cycle Hire
CORFE CASTLE
Cyclexperience has now re-opened 7 days a week - combine tranquility, exercise and discovery on a bike and explore the woodland, heath, beaches and hills of Purbeck.
Activity Centre
Near Corfe Castle, WAREHAM
Located in the centre of the Isle of Purbeck in Dorset, Purbeck Park is a must visit location! Start here to explore nearby attractions and the coast by steam train, bike, bus or on foot.
Adventure Sport Centre
Studland, SWANAGE
Adventures include: kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, snorkelling, foraging, fishing, wild cooking, feasting, forest school, beach school, bushcraft, wild camping and mini expeditions.
Walking Tour
Hope Square, WEYMOUTH
Turn a regular day out in Weymouth into a full-blown adventure! The Weymouth Mystery Treasure Trail is a captivating challenge that combines mind-twisting clues and fascinating stories for anyone with a sense of adventure.
Food & Drink
Lytchett Matravers, POOLE
Join the vineyard owners for a fascinating tour followed by a delicious wine tasting, sampling the international 'Decanter World Wine Award' winning end product and discover the sensation delights that subtly different blends create on the nose and…
Walking Tour
Martin is now running private fossil walks (6 people max). There will be strict social distancing measures in place. Martin offers professional guided walks, tours and fossil hunts anywhere along the full length of the Jurassic Coast and surrounding…
Cycling Tour
The Carter Company’s gentle self-guided cycling holidays are a unique way to discover Dorset.
Get away from the crowds with our creative itineraries that take you along charming back roads and quiet paths; through forests and woods; countryside and…
Walking Tour
Sherborne Walks have re-started their guided walking tours for visitors with pre-booking and a maximum of 5 places available per tour. Cindy Chant will lead our historic town tour every Friday morning, starting 10.30 a.m. Meet outside the Tourist…
Country Park/Nature Reserve
SWANAGE
Durlston Castle and Country Park, situated 1 mile from Swanage in Dorset, is a fabulous 320 acre countryside paradise and National Nature Reserve, consisting of sea-cliffs, coastal limestone downland, haymeadows, hedgerows and woodland.
With…
Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre
SWANAGE
Walking (and Nordic Walking) is great fun and our team will not only ensure that you reach your health/fitness goals but that you have a great time doing it!
Garden
Exbury
Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway is currently closed for winter maintenance. We look forward to welcoming you back from 1st March 2021.
More than 100 years in the making, Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway is a spectacular collection of landscaped…
Boat Trip
West Bay, BRIDPORT
Exciting & exhilarating boat trips running from West Bay along the Jurassic Coast.
Fishing
SWANAGE
Based in Swanage on the stunning Jurassic coastline, we welcome both experienced and novice anglers, including children and families! This part of the world offers fantastic angling marks and a plentiful variety of fish for the table, plus the…
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