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South West Tourism Excellence Awards 2019/2020 GOLD WINNER for Visitor Information service of the Year!
Dorset Tourism Awards 2019 GOLD WINNER for Visitor Information Service of the Year!
Delivering a wealth of information for visitors and residents alike, we stock helpful leaflets all about Swanage and Purbeck area including heritage and countryside walks.
A great selection of books and souvenirs plus walking and cycling leaflets for sale.
Booking agents for: National express, beach huts, local boat trips and local events.
Contact us for suggestions on local accommodation.
2021 Opening (2 January 2021 - 24 December 2021) | ||
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Day | Times |
* Swanage Information Centre is wheelchair accessible and dog friendly.
We are currently open six days a week, during the following hours:
Monday 10:00 - 16:30
Tuesday 10:00 - 16:30
Wednesday 10:00 - 16:30
Thursday 10:00 - 16:30
Friday 10:00 - 16:30
Saturday 09:00 - 16:30
Sunday CLOSED
From The West: Follow the A351 to Swanage into Victoria Avenue. Turn right at the junction with Shore Road. We are located on the right.
From The East: From the ferry follow the B3351 through Studland village, turn left towards Swanage and continue on the Ulwell Road to Shore Road. We are on the seafront on Shore Road opposite the beach.
From The West: The nearest mainline railway station is Wareham (on the London Waterloo to Weymouth line). Catch the number 40 bus from Wareham Railway Station to Swanage Bus/Railway Station. At times when the Swanage Railway is running: Travel on the seasonal number 30 or 40 bus to Corfe Castle (East Street stop) then catch the steam train from Corfe Castle Station to Swanage. Tel: 01929 425800 or visit their website: www.swanagerailway.co.uk
From The East: Catch the train to Bournemouth Railway Station then transfer to the number 50 bus to Swanage Bus/Railway Station.
Journey Planning: To plan your journey by public transport visit the Traveline website: www.travelinesw.com.
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