Dorset / Jurassic Coast
Dorset Coast Weekend
Limestone arches, a ruined castle and seaside charm — a weekend exploring the Jurassic Coast's greatest hits.
Weekend
6h 10m
55 min drive
4 stops
nature
coast
walk
castle
history
beach
village
parking
free-entry
kids-friendly
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Stops on this route
1
Iconic natural limestone arch on the Jurassic Coast, reached by a steep path from the cliff-top car park.
1h 30m
Parking available
Day 1. Arrive early for the walk down — it's steep but worth it. Quieter before 10am.
nature
coast
walk
dog-friendly
parking
free-entry
2
Almost-circular cove carved from the cliffs — a geology textbook in stone.
1h 15m
Parking available
Just around the headland. Walk the coast path between the two or drive 5 minutes.
nature
coast
kids-friendly
parking
free-entry
3
Corfe Castle
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4
Swanage
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