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The Jurassic Coast is a 95-mile long stretch of coastline in southern England, situated within the counties of Dorset and Devon. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognised for its outstanding rocks, fossils and landforms. The Jurassic Coast is one of the most popular destinations in Britain, drawing millions of visitors from all over the ...
- Fossil Collecting
Enjoying a stunning seafront location on the world-famous...
- What is The Jurassic Coast
The Dorset and East Devon Coast, known as ‘The Jurassic...
- What's On
The Jurassic Coast plays host to an outstanding selection of...
- Maps / Brochures & Guides
Shown below is a downloadable Jurassic Coast Map. This shows...
- Things to Do
The Jurassic Coast is home to an almost overwhelming variety...
- Where To Stay
The Jurassic Coast is home to a superb selection of holiday...
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There is so much to discover on the Jurassic Coast. Begin...
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The Jurassic Coast is home to some superb food and drink...
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The Jurassic Coast (also Dorset and East Devon Coast) is a World Heritage Site on the English Channel coast of southern England. It stretches from Exmouth in East Devon to Studland Bay in Dorset , a distance of about 96 miles (154 km), and was inscribed on the World Heritage List in mid-December 2001.
- Where Is The Jurassic Coast?
- 1 – Old Harry Rocks
- 2 – Corfe Castle
- 3 – Lulworth Cove
- 4 – Durdle Door
- 5 – Weymouth
- 6 – Abbotsbury
- 7 – West Bay
- 8 – Charmouth Beach
- 9 – Lyme Regis
The Jurassic Coast is a designated stretch of coastline in southern England that spans approximately 95 miles (150 kilometers) from East Devon to Dorset. It’s renowned for its geological significance and encompasses popular destinations such as Exmouth, Sidmouth, Lyme Regis, Charmouth, Bridport, Weymouth, and Swanage.
Old Harry Rocks was once two white limestone rocks standing proud at the eastern end of the Dorset Coast. Unfortunately, Old Harry’s wife crumbled into the sea at the end of the 19th century. Old Harry remains – joined by other white stone monoliths that have now been carved out along the coast. It’s hard to choose between our Seven Sisters cliff w...
In 1066 the Normans invaded England, crossing the English Channel from France. They quickly conquered the country and set about building castles to secure their new lands. Corfe Castle was one of the earliest built and today it stands in dilapidated glory overlooking the Dorset hills. It is one of the finest ruined castles and an interesting place ...
Lulworth Cove is a beautiful circular cove surrounded by a sweeping arc of pebbles and backed by steep cliffs. When the tide is high it is one of the most attractive beaches in the UK. When it’s low, rock pools are revealed, bursting with all sorts of strange animals. Just above the cove is another interesting phenomenon, the Lulworth Crumple. Sitt...
Durdle Door is the iconic image of the Jurassic Coast. Over time, crashing waves have eroded most of the limestone leaving a glorious natural arch stranded in the sea. It’s a fantastic sight and an easy 5-minute walk from the Durdle Door car park. his part of the Jurassic Coast has some of the finest scenery anywhere in Dorset. Just beside Durdle D...
Many English seaside towns have seen better days, but Weymouth is high on a streak of rejuvenation. Home to many greatfestivals and events, this is an old English gem not to be missed. The old harbour contains a well-preserved mix of old and new. Old warehouses perched on the sea walls are now cool pubs and hotels. Vintage breweries form the backdr...
With the possible exception of the villages of the Cotswolds, Abbotsburyis as traditionally English as they come and an ideal Jurassic Coast road trip stop. It was even the setting for films of Thomas Hardy’s ‘Far from the Madding Crowd’. Explore its village shop, post office, independent stores, and tea rooms before heading up to St Catherine’s Ch...
As you head west along the Jurassic Coast the limestone disappears to be replaced by sandstone. AtWest Bay, instead of towering white cliffs, rippling waves of honey-coloured rock rise above golden shingle beaches. It’s a magical sight. Plan your trip to arrive in the early morning or late afternoon light when the mist of the crashing waves creates...
Every year bits of the cliff along the Jurassic Coast tumble into the sea. The softer the rock the quicker it crumbles. The cliffs by the village of Charmouthare softer than most. Fortunately, these rocks made of mud, silt, and clay are packed full of fossils. Each time the rock crumbles to the ground, new fossils are revealed. One of the best thin...
If you only choose one town to visit on the Jurassic Coast, make it Lyme Regis. Its historic Cobb Harbour set against moody cliffs is well-preserved, while the beachfront (untouched by major roads) is backed by colourful huts and cute houses. The high street is home to independent, interesting stores. Ammonite Fine Foods has an excellent range of l...
Aug 1, 2022 · The Jurassic Coast also has an extensive public transport network for those who want to explore without a car. Bus services are fairly frequent and call at most of the major destinations. The Jurassic Coaster buses (First Bus X52, X53 and X54) run between Axminster and Poole, while the Purbeck Breezer (More Bus) services connect Bournemouth and Poole with Swanage, Wareham and the Isle of Purbeck.
The Dorset and East Devon Coast, known as ‘The Jurassic Coast’, lies on the South Coast of England in the United Kingdom. It is a hugely diverse and beautiful landscape underpinned by incredible geology of global importance. In 2001 the Jurassic Coast was inscribed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for the Outstanding Universal Value of ...
The Jurassic Coast was granted UNESCO status for its outstanding geology and reveals 185 million years of Earth's history along its 95 mile stretch of coastline. It is well known for being one of the richest heritage sites for prehistoric remains. The rocks and fossils found along the Dorset stretch of the Jurassic Coast are from the Jurassic ...
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The “Jurassic Coast” is named after the Jurassic period, which is one of the three geological time periods (Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous) represented in the area’s rock formations. The coastline is particularly renowned for its extensive and well-preserved Jurassic period fossils.
