Dorset Family Day
Dorset / Jurassic Coast
Sandy beaches, a ruined castle and an easy clifftop walk for all ages.
Day
7h 10m
175 min drive
3 stops
nature
coast
castle
history
kids-friendly
parking
free-entry
dog-friendly
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140 min drive
1
Almost-circular cove carved from the cliffs — a geology textbook in stone.
1h 15m
Parking available
Visit the Heritage Centre for a fossil-hunting primer.
nature
coast
kids-friendly
parking
free-entry
20 min drive
2
Dramatic Norman ruin on a conical hill, slighted by Parliamentarians in the Civil War.
1h 30m
Parking available
Kids love exploring the ruined towers.
Book tickets
£7.50-£15.00
castle
history
kids-friendly
parking
National Trust
15 min drive
3
Four miles of sandy beach backed by heathland and dunes, with gentle swimming waters.
1h 30m
Parking available
Safe shallow waters ideal for paddling.
Book tickets
£6.00-£9.00
coast
nature
kids-friendly
parking
dog-friendly
National Trust
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