The area has many miles of footpaths and bridleways making it the ideal place for exploring for walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Swanage has a population of over 11, people and in the summer months this number nearly doubles.
A more detailed history of the area can be found in the Local History section. The town falls within the national constituency of South Dorset. Council services include beach and tourist information, sport and recreational facilities, off-street car parks, public conveniences, allotments and cemeteries. The council consists of twelve elected councillors, a town mayor and up to staff. Flavours of Swanage Sample the local fare in the quality bistros, seaview restaurants, traditional pubs and tearooms.
A firm favourite for visitors is our scrumptious traditional fish and chips. Exploring the coast and countryside No visit to Swanage is complete without walking a stretch of the Jurassic Coast.
Arts by the sea Many Artisans live and work in and around Swanage selling their creations in the studios, gift shops , galleries and workshops. Swanage's history Up to the early 19th Century, Swanage was a small fishing port. Download our Visitor Guide For further information and inspiration, you can download the Swanage Essential Visitor Guide please contact us for an accessible version of this Guide. Read More. Grand Hotel Located in the heart of the Isle of Purbeck, The Grand Hotel has stunning views across the bay and has direct access from the gardens to the private beach.
Isle of Purbeck Golf Club Restaurant Enjoy the stunning views from our panoramic dining room - watch the sunset over Poole Harbour or listen to live music in the lounge bar. The Pines Hotel We are an independently run, 43 bedroom cliff top hotel, enjoying stunning, panoramic views of Swanage Bay with our own private access to the sandy beach below.
Burnbake Forest Lodges Read the latest information about Covid Coast Restaurant - Grand Hotel The Coast Restaurant is fully air-conditioned with commanding views across Swanage Bay, offering fine dining with exciting and innovative cuisine, using fresh local produce where Swanage Railway Whatever the weather, take a journey back in time with an enjoyable day of excitement and nostalgia at the award winning Swanage Railway.
Christmas in Swanage Soak up the festive atmosphere in the Victorian seaside town of Swanage. Eating out What's our speciality? Seafood, ales or cider, scrumptious ice cream and chocolate. Self-catering Holiday parks, cosy cottages and apartments by the sea, we have it all. Things to do Boat trips to beach huts. Heritage attractions, nature reserves and the Jurassic Coast.
Adventure activities Find out about the exciting activities to try, here on the Jurassic Coast. What's On. Things To Do. Top Things to Do In Swanage. Swanage Map Map of Swanage town centre including coach parking information, places of interest, parking and Keep in touch with us.
The nature reserve of Durlston Country Park on the coast south of Swanage is another place worth visiting, covering more than acres of land. It is home to various species of animals, birds and reptiles. The reserve is popular with bird watchers and there are always sight-seers coming to watch the dolphins in the sea below the park.
Skip to main content. Old Harry Rocks. Church Hill. Swanage Pier view. Swanage Bay. Corfe Castle. Villages nearby Worth Matravers. Weather nearby. Light breeze, 6. Photos Swanage Mill Pond and Church. The gently sloping beach has a clearly marked designated swimming area. Although there are no lifeguards, beach wardens and RNLI lifeguards patrol in summer. You can also hire a cottage in the area with holidaycottages. For a full list of local options, visit our Accommodation page.
You can admire the beautiful chalk sea stacks of Old Harry Rocks to the north, the magnificent undulating rocks of Dancing Ledge to the west, and the precipitous drop of Durlston Head to the south.
Pick up a Purbeck OS Map from our online shop and plan your perfect day out. Durlston Country Park offers imposing views of limestone sea cliffs which sweep round into two bays, where rocks record the entire Cretaceous period.
Located one mile south of Swanage, the country park is a acre countryside paradise with stunning views, hay meadows and coastal downland, the historic Great Globe and a wealth of bird and wildlife including regular sightings of dolphins.
When you arrive, just follow the Timeline serpentine path from the car park as it winds its way gently to the Castle, taking you on a journey through 4.
Created more than million years ago, here you can stand where once roamed giant sauropods, leaving hundreds of impressions in the tidal lagoons of the late Jurassic period which have since dried and become preserved in limestone. The Jurassic Coast Trust runs regular guided walks to the quarry, led by our expert volunteer Ambassadors. For dates of upcoming walks, visit our online shop. Swanage has featured in a couple of works by notable British authors.
Places to Go. East Devon. West Dorset. Weymouth and Portland. Weymouth Portland Ringstead. Jurassic Coast Map. Walking the Jurassic Coast. Cycling the Jurassic Coast. Dog Friendly Beaches. Holiday Parks.
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