The Jurassic Coast

The shingled beach that lies at the foot of Durdle Door can be easily accessed via a footpath and steps over the hill from Lulworth Cove (2 miles) or down from the car park of Durdle Door Holiday Park. When heading down the steep hill to Durdle Door you will notice the spectacular Man O’War Cove to your left. As you approach the steps leading down to the beach you will be presented with a terri...

Departing from the car park at Lulworth Cove, there is only a short section of uphill trail before you reach the Durdle Door trailer park and parking lot. Your mile-long warm up will wear off at this point because you'll have to spend some time gazing at Durdle Door, an erosion-created arch in the sea, and reading various plaques about the areas history and creation. The SW Coastal Path continu...

There is plenty of parking options at Kimmeridge Bay, which is located just a mile from the village of Kimmeridge. Follow signs for the SW Coastal Path on the west side of the parking lot, and head away from the Clavell Tower on the opposite side of the bay. You'll soon pass an old (but still functioning) oil pump and reach the base of a sharp incline up your first hill. The path will become le...

From the car park in Studland village, take the lane (Manor Rd) down by the Bankes Arms pub (it should be on your right). Turn left by the public toilets on to the path signed for Old Harry. Continue along this path for approximately 30 minutes and you'll eventually reach the coast and Old Harry rocks. There are also various coastal lookout points along the way to your left (when heading to old...

Beginning at Peveril Point on the southwest edge of Swanage Bay, follow signs for the SW Coastal Path. This path is direct and easy to follow, but there are many sights and stops along the way to Kimmeridge.  After just less than 2 miles, you'll reach your first noteworthy landmark - the Anvil Point Lighthouse. This lighthouse was completed in the late 19th century, and is available for rent if...

The gorge is split into 2 sections, the north side and south side of the road – the north side is accessible year round, but the south side is subject to periodic closures and is worth checking with the entrance station if it is open (a general rule is that it is closed between march and June due to high tourism activity). Access to your chosen crag is super easy. There are many parking sp...