Old Harry Rocks
Walk from Swanage or Studland to see this remarkable piece of geological history
Explore this iconic landform
Swanage Railway
Spot the steam and diesel locomotives chugging through Purbeck’s countryside
Ride the railway
Swanage Beach & Bay
Swanage beach is the jewel in Swanage's crown, with its golden sand and enclosed bay
Dip your toes in
Swanage Pier
Stroll along the restored wooden boards of our Grade II listed Victorian pier
Visit the pier
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Meet the animals, have a tractor ride, race around the pedal go-kart track and let off steam in the soft play zone at Salt Pig the Farm, Putlake. Located just outside Swanage in Langton Matravers, the farm is a traditional, family-run working farm with...
Swanage Lifeboat Station has been a central part of the seaside town and community of Swanage since its inception in...
The Mowlem is one of Swanage’s most prominent features – a beachfront cinema, theatre and function rooms right in the heart of...
Located centrally in Swanage’s Square and right by the sea, is Swanage Museum & Heritage Centre – a pocket-sized vault of Purbeck...
Visit the striking limestone arch - one of the most-loved and visited landmarks on Dorset's Jurassic Coast.
Home to the annual Camp Bestival, Lulworth Castle also hosts weddings & other events and is open to the public to explore.
The Ranges, which include Tyneham village, are open whenever no military activity is taking place.
This beautiful cove and its adjacent village is steeped in Jurassic geological history.
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A new cafe at The Focus Centre in Swanage, Dorset, run by the youth group Allsort’d, is all set to open at the end of May 2026 but funds are desperately needed to pay for the finishing touches including kitchen equipment
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Glorious sunshine over the Easter holidays in Swanage, Dorset, trumpeted the start of the new summer season with visitors flocking to Swanage Museum and joining a guided walk detailing the town’s interesting history
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The Environment Agency is promising further action after work to stop foul smells from the Trigon Hill landfill site wafting across Wareham in Dorset, has proved ineffective
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Explore the pretty villages, secret coves and iconic landscapes surrounding Swanage
Being the only official town on the Isle of Purbeck, Swanage is ideally situated as a base for its exploration. While Swanage has it all: a beautiful bay with a golden, sandy beach; a lively town buzzing with festivals and events throughout the year; and thriving watersports, arts and culinary scenes... Its surrounding areas are also treasures waiting to be unearthed.
