Step back in time as you explore the historic locations along the Jurassic Coast. From ancient castles and mediaeval churches to Victorian seaside resorts and historic harbours, the coast is steeped in history.
Visit the birthplace of Mary Anning in Lyme Regis, explore the time-worn ruins of Corfe Castle, or stroll through the historic streets of Dorchester.
Each site offers a unique window into the past, allowing you to walk in the footsteps of pirates, poets, and prehistoric creatures.
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Jurassic Coast
Visit Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre to see our amazing fossil collections and find out how to discover your own fossils on the beach. Our guided fossil hunting walks are a…
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Jurassic Coast
At the Fairlynch Museum (one of only a few thatched museums in the UK), you can find out about the ancient red cliffs of Budleigh Salterton which bridge the Permian/Triassic…
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Jurassic Coast
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Jurassic Coast
At Sidmouth Museum you can see rare reptile fossils and amphibian bones which have been found on the beaches, including the remains of the Rhynchosaur, a curious herbivore reptile.
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Jurassic Coast
The Etches Collection: Museum of Jurassic Marine Life opened in the village of Kimmeridge in October 2016. The museum houses the remarkable collection of one man’s passion, bringing to life…
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Jurassic Coast
Wareham Town Museum's geology display shows how the Wytch Farm oil field (the largest onshore oilfield in western Europe) is closely linked to the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site.
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Jurassic Coast
Enjoying a stunning seafront location on the world-famous Jurassic Coast with fantastic views over Lyme Bay. At Lyme Regis Museum you’ll find fossils galore in the new interactive geology gallery,…
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Jurassic Coast
The rocks exposed at Orcombe Point embody the opening paragraphs of the story contained within the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. The Geoneedle monument found here marks the official start…
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Jurassic Coast
Hidden away in Purbeck, within a stone's throw of the Jurassic Coast, is the Spyway Dinosaur Footprints. Nestled alongside a working quarry, and easily accessible from the Priest's Way walking…
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Jurassic Coast
In the Swanage Museum and Heritage Centre, formerly the old seafront market building, you can see dinosaur footprints and discover more about the local stone industry, as well as the…
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Jurassic Coast
Taking a short walk west along Monmouth Beach at low tide will bring you to the Ammonite Pavement - a number of limestone ledges, washed clear by the sea.
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Jurassic Coast
Come to the Fine Foundation Heritage Centre Beer to discover the story of the local geology, from the pebbles on the beach to the famous Beer Stone, used in buildings…
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Jurassic Coast
Dorset Wildlife Trust’s Wild Seas Centre sits on the shoreline of beautiful Kimmeridge Bay in the Purbeck Coast Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ), created to protect the very special marine life…
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Jurassic Coast
Discover over 60 hidden sculptures in Tout Quarry, one of only two remaining on Portland where the famous Portland Stone was quarried using old methods.
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Jurassic Coast
West Bay Discovery Centre tells the story of West Bay past and present featuring information, static and interactive displays, oral history and walking trails. There is something of interest for…
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Jurassic Coast
Beaminster Museum in West Dorset is a small museum of local history, which visitors from far and wide have declared "delightful" and "fascinating", with plenty to see and do for…
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Jurassic Coast
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Jurassic Coast
Come and explore 250 million years of history at the Dorset Museum! Located in the centre of Dorchester, this award-winning Museum is one of the cultural centres of Dorset with…
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Jurassic Coast
The displays, animations and films in the Lulworth Cove Visitor Centre tell the story of Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, two of the most iconic geological features on the Jurassic…
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Activity type: History & Heritage
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Jurassic Coast
Visit Portland Museum and find out about the history of quarrying on Portland, and the world renowned building stone which has been used in many iconic buildings around the world…
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Activity type: History & Heritage
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