Purbeck District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Durdle Door featuring a sunset, a bay or harbour and rocky coastline
Lulworth Cove Beach showing boating and rugged coastline
Durdle Door which includes rocky coastline, tranquil scenes and general coastal views
Durdle Door featuring a bay or harbour, general coastal views and tranquil scenes
Purbeck District

Where to stay in Purbeck District

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Corfe Castle Village

Get to know Corfe Castle Village by checking out its beaches, restaurants and spas. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Isle of Purbeck or Studland Beach and Nature Reserve during your time in the area.

Corfe Castle Village
Purbeck House Hotel

Purbeck House Hotel

3 out of 5
91 High Street, Swanage, England
The price is AU$265 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$265
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Swanage. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (334 reviews)
"Fantastic place really interested about history i very like the place... Also the staff is very friendly . ....."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Purbeck House Hotel
Durdle Door Hotel

Durdle Door Hotel

3 out of 5
West Lulworth House, Main Road, West Lulworth, Wareham, England
The price is AU$241 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
AU$241
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Wareham. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), daily housekeeping, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Durdle Door and Lulworth ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (46 reviews)
Delightful Durdle Door Hotel
"Beautiful quaint hotel in a perfect location close to the beach and food places.Staff so friendly and accommodating."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025

Durdle Door Hotel
Kingston Country Courtyard

Kingston Country Courtyard

3 out of 5
Kingston Country Courtyard, Corfe Castle, Wareham, England
The price is AU$305 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$305
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Wareham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (183 reviews)
"Comfy bed, very clean, soft towels. Delicious cooked breakfast, fresh coffee, nothing is too much trouble."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Kingston Country Courtyard
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The Dorset Resort

The Dorset Resort

4 out of 5
Bere Regis, Wareham, England
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Wareham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Popular attractions Purbeck Shooting School and Monkey World ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"Amazing properties set in a beautiful tranquil setting. Wildlife everywhere and great for children to be outdoors, lovely walks and grounds."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

The Dorset Resort
Beachcomber Holiday Apartments

Beachcomber Holiday Apartments

3 out of 5
7 Ulwell Road, Swanage, England
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Swanage. Enjoy an outdoor tennis court. Popular attractions Corfe Castle and Sandbanks Beach are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (38 reviews)
Great for midweek break
"I went for a midweek break. Very clean, comfortable, bedding provided. Carol friendly and helpful. I stayed in top apartment (6) which is 4 short flights of stairs. Partial sea view from lounge. 2 mins walk downhill to beach."

Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2024

Beachcomber Holiday Apartments
Herston Caravan & Campsite

Herston Caravan & Campsite

2 out of 5
Washpond Lane, Swanage, England
Stay at this campground in Swanage. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Corfe Castle and Sandbanks Beach are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (27 reviews)
"Martin welcomed us and was friendly. You could see the team work hard to maintain the showers for so many people and the tent was peaceful and dark at night aiding restful sleep. It has lovely views and so many places to visit with easy driving distance. Great stay for families"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Herston Caravan & Campsite
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Popular places to visit

Durdle Door featuring a sunset, a bay or harbour and rocky coastline

Durdle Door

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

Durdle Door
Lulworth Cove

Lulworth Cove

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lulworth Cove during your travels in Wareham. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this quaint area.

Lulworth Cove
Corfe Castle which includes heritage elements, a ruin and tranquil scenes

Corfe Castle

Watch battle re-enactments among evocative medieval ruins and learn about the role this fort played in the English Civil War.

Corfe Castle
Durdle Door Beach

Durdle Door Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Durdle Door Beach during your trip to Wareham? Discover the countryside and bars in this quaint area.

Durdle Door Beach
Monkey World Ape Rescue Center

Monkey World Ape Rescue Center

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Monkey World Ape Rescue Center during your trip to East Stoke. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in the area.

Monkey World Ape Rescue Center
Swanage Beach

Swanage Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Swanage Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Swanage. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Swanage Beach

Cities near Purbeck District

Brownsea Castle which includes heritage architecture

Poole

Photo by Milly Larmer

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Dorchester which includes street scenes as well as a large group of people

Dorchester

Photo "Corfe Mullen" by John Palmer (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by John Palmer (CC BY-SA)

Corfe Mullen