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
Durdle Door Hotel

Durdle Door Hotel

3 out of 5
West Lulworth House, Main Road, West Lulworth, Wareham, England
The price is AU$266 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$266
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (44 reviews)
Very charming
"Perfect little get away to the beach. The Durdle Door Hotel is super well located and easy to get to, even by public transport."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Durdle Door Hotel
The Knoll House

The Knoll House

3.5 out of 5
Ferry Road, Studland, Dorset, Swanage, England
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Swanage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"We had a great time at Knoll House - a truly old British affair - vintage and well loved, quirky, fun, v friendly and efficient staff, good dinner, excellent breakfast. Perfect for a family break with plenty of facilities and brilliantly located. We took our small dog who was welcomed by staff. By ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

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The Knoll House
Purbeck House Hotel

Purbeck House Hotel

3 out of 5
91 High Street, Swanage, England
The price is AU$261 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$261
12 Aug - 13 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! (327 reviews)
"All very nice although I think the property would benefit from a swimming pool ie built in the grounds where the old greenhouse is located"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Purbeck House Hotel
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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! (36 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
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (26 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
Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!

Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!

3 out of 5
Swanage
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Swanage. Enjoy free WiFi and a garden. Popular attractions Corfe Castle and Sandbanks Beach are located nearby.
Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!
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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