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Dorset’s Jurassic Coast has iconic cliffs, fantastic resorts and famous beaches, towns, villages and hamlets, each with interesting anomalies to discover.


A wide variety of accommodation includes some with excellent amenities and entertainment, and large holiday parks open to non- residents.


Lulworth Cove


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Purbeck to Christchurch From Dorchester to the Isle of Purbeck the towns, villages and hamlets have their own idiosyncrasies, anomalies and attractions, to appreciate the area a tour will not disappoint. Take a look at Moreton to see St. Nicholas Church with its etched glass windows and Moreton Gardens, just south of the village are the tranquil Tadnoll and Winfrith Heaths.


The Jubilee Trail, Lawrence Trail and Lawrence Cycle Ride pass through Moreton. Nearby Clouds Hill was the home of Lawrence of Arabia. The Lawrence Trail starts at the Tank Museum and follows the history of T.E. Lawrence.


Going toward the coast Winfrith Newburgh and Chaldon Herring (also known as East Chaldon) are two small villages in the south west of Purbeck, close to the Purbeck Way West linking Winfrith Newburgh to Coombe Keynes and Wareham to the east, with West Lulworth, Lulworth Castle and Lulworth Cove to the south. The South West Coast Path from Chaldon Herring leads to Durdle Door with its iconic arch and sandy beach.


West Lulworth is where you will find Lulworth Cove with eateries, boat trips and kayaking, a short walk along the South West Coast Path brings you to Durdle Door.


Lulworth Castle and Park with its beautiful grounds and chapel is found in East Lulworth. Cycling from Wareham on the East Lulworth Ride is popular.


There is an extraordinary cliff top lake named Stair Hole and the beaches are superb. More information can be obtained from the Visitor Information Centre at Lulworth Cove.


Another gateway to the Isle of Purbeck is Wareham. The focal point of this market town is its quay, once a busy bustling place and a port for large ships under sail, now it is one of the most relaxing places in Purbeck.


There are boat trips, craft to hire, many shops a farmers market every fourth Thursday at the Corn Exchange, plus a market on the Quay every Saturday.


Near Wareham at Longthorns (BH20 6HH) is the world famous MONKEY WORLD APE & RESCUE CENTRE.


For that special place to stay THE SPRINGFIELD COUNTRY HOTEL is situated just ve minutes from Wareham train staon. There is a Leisure Club & Health Spa with ample on site car parking. The rooms have complimentary WiFi, and there are breakfast, lunch and dinner opons. Guests enjoy free entry to Monkey World and free golf; with so much hospitality it is easy to see why The Springeld is the rst choice when vising this part of Dorset.


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