Visit the Jurassic Coast

Lyme Regis Accommodation is a small family run self catering business in Lyme Regis, the Pearl of Dorset on the Jurassic Coast. We have been…

Set in unspoiled countryside, we are only 3 miles from the market town of Bridport. We offer comfortable, well appointed accommodation for families and groups…

Notice from Beaminster Museum: Our building project continues into Spring 2021.  Although building our two-storey extension at the rear is complete, COVID restrictions are hampering…

For over forty years Oakdown Holiday Park in Devon has been carefully fashioned by the Franks family, from the open Devonshire meadowland to its current…

Summer Lodge is a 5 Star Country House hotel based in the heart of West Dorset, half an hour from the World Heritage Jurassic Coast.

Splashdown is on Tower Park in Poole, at the eastern gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage designated, Jurassic Coast that begins beyond one of the…

These two characterful and stylish holiday cottages in the popular village of Chideock are right next door to each other and within a 15 minute…

Tangerine Cafe & Gallery is located in Beaminster, just 7 miles from the coast. A small town of 3,000, Beaminster boasts a…

A warm welcome awaits you at the 5 star Higher Moor Farm Campsite, Dorset, where we have been farming for 40 years. We are a…

Andrewshayes is an award-winning holiday park set in beautiful East Devon countryside. The park welcomes touring caravans, motorhomes and tents and also has three cosy…

Lyme Bay RIB Charter is a Multi Award Winning company based in West Bay Harbour, Dorset. Running three bespoke built passenger carrying RIBs, (rigid inflatable…

When you are looking to spend a truly relaxing holiday on the Jurassic Coast, Dorset Hideaways can help you find the perfect self-catering holiday…

Moonfleet sails daily from Portland Marina in Dorset, out into Weymouth Bay and to remarkable destinations along the Jurassic Coast, Dorset’s beautiful coastline! The Moonfleet…

Westover Farm Cottages and Campsite have been welcoming new and returning visitors for many years. The Monarch’s Way footpath leads through our fields, alongside the…

Set in a tranquil rural village just 2 miles from the beaches of the World Heritage Jurassic Coast in West Dorset near Lyme Regis. Guests…

Established in 1980, here at Lyme Bay Holidays we can offer a wonderful collection of  around 350 properties along the Jurassic Coast with homes in…

Head to the beach, armed with nets and buckets, to ply rock pools and find fossils. Sip coffee and nibble cake as the little ones…

Classic Cottages have many a perfect place to stay along the length of the Jurassic Coast. We’ve been handpicking holiday cottages since 1977, and only…

Set tails wagging with a holiday to the Jurassic Coast - where your dog will be just as welcome as you are! With Canine Cottages,…

We specialise in bringing people together. Our collection of luxury large houses and group accommodation span the globe and are perfect for any occasion. If…

Set in rural idyllic Dorset Countryside, Pineapple Farm Holidays is an adult-only, wildlife friendly holiday location providing an opportunity to experience the peace and tranquillity…

From the best hidden beaches and the best surfing and walking spots to some of the top restaurants and plenty of things you probably never…

With a varied landscape, inspiring views and something for everyone, England and Wales is a must for all. Discover the best areas of these two…

Set beside the River Otter in one of Devon’s most beautiful valleys , a warm welcome awaits you at Otterton Mill. Milling has taken place…

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…

Exmouth is the western gateway to the Jurassic Coast. It lies on the east bank of the mouth of the River Exe, about 12 miles…

Budleigh Salterton is a tranquil and historic seaside town situated midway between Exmouth and Sidmouth. Situated within…

The picturesque seaside town of Sidmouth nestles beneath majestic Triassic red cliffs and the green hills of the glorious Sid valley. As with many settlements…

The cliffs at Beer offer the last glimpse of chalk for anyone travelling west. The striking white cliffs, nestling amongst the red rocks of the…

The popular coastal resort of Seaton lies just to the west of the Axe estuary, one of the most beautiful and unspoilt parts of East…

Between Axmouth in East Devon and Lyme Regis in Dorset the geology of the coast has helped create one of the…

The historic seaside town of Lyme Regis nestles in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty at the point where the rugged West Dorset and East…

The attractive seaside village of Charmouth lies in the heart of Jurassic Coast fossil hunting country. The large shingle beach and…

What does the Jurassic Coast look like from 190m above the sea? Find out at Golden Cap. This famous landmark rises to 191m or 627 feet, making…

At West Bay, crumbling golden cliffs of sand reveal falling sea levels from some 175 million years ago. Here the mighty Chesil…

Like a great meal, Hive Beach is made of the finest ingredients nature has to offer. The rugged, tranquil scenery and open sky are best…

Abbotsbury is a very old village, settled amongst the hills behind the great Chesil Bank, and is one of Dorset’s finest, with a history going…

“It is above all an elemental place, made of sea, shingle and sky, its dominant sound always that of waves on moving stone: from the…

Weymouth has long been one of the most popular seaside resorts in Britain – holidaymakers have been flocking to this corner of Dorset since King…

The Isle of Portland is the Jurassic Coast’s most southerly point, and is joined to the mainland by just a thin strip at the southern…

Dorchester is a Roman jewel in the heart of Dorset. This accessible county town boasts a rich heritage and is scattered with visible remnants of…

Durdle Door is one of the Jurassic Coast’s most iconic landscapes. It is a natural arch, formed from a layer of hard limestone standing almost…

Lulworth Cove is a beautiful secluded pocket of the Jurassic Coast whose existence is owed to the collision of continents and the birth of the…

The sweeping beauty of Worbarrow Bay is outmatched by the awesome sweep of time caught in its geology. From the hard Portland limestone on its…

Kimmeridge Bay, half a mile south west of the village of Kimmeridge via a toll road, features some of the most important geology anywhere on…

Chapmans Pool is a tranquil bay, held snug in a hollow of Kimmeridge Clay and sheltered by the towering cliffs of Houns Tout and Emmetts…

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…

Swanage is the most easterly town on the Jurassic Coast, and its gently shelving sandy beach and sheltered waters have made it a popular destination…

Here, at the eastern end of the Jurassic Coast, the white chalk of Old Harry Rocks gleams brightly in the sun. Passing boats and walkers…

The beautiful beaches of the Jurassic Coast; the iconic red and white stripes of Portland Bill Lighthouse on the Isle of Portland, wonderful ancient landmarks…

Island Cottage Holidays offer over 45 quality holiday cottages across the Purbeck area of Dorset, with many found along the final stretch of the Jurassic…

Four large luxury safari tents with internal bathrooms, set amongst 10 acres of meadow and new woodland with stunning views across the Axe Valley. Only…

Locations don't come better than the one you'll find here at our family holiday park situated on a spectacular expanse of beach, on Dorset's Jurassic…

Sykes Holiday Cottages have over 25 years’ experience in letting exceptional self-catered holidays. We are the leading UK holiday cottage booking company and are experts…

The Heights Hotel is set at the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Coastline on the summit of the Isle of Portland, Dorset. There are…

Based close to the historic harbour in the bustling coastal town of Weymouth, Dream Cottages are Dorset’s leading self-catering cottage agency. With…

Graston Farm Holiday Cottages are situated on a working farm nestling in the tranquillity and beauty of the Bride Valley. Our cottages are within easy…

We are the ideal base if you envisage spending time exploring the 95 miles of Jurassic coastline, located centrally between Exmouth and Swanage near to…

Sweetcombe Cottage Holidays offer over 160 coastal and rural holiday cottages throughout East Devon and along the Jurassic Coast. Here you will discover some of…

Sammii Gs overlooks the historic Bridport Harbour. To our left is the iconic East Cliff, recently made famous with its appearance in the Broadchurch TV…

Lower Keats Farm offers an exclusive holiday experience in Devon – Posh camping known as Glamping in our beautifully appointed large canvas lodges. Immerse yourself in a…

holidaycottages.co.uk offers a beautiful selection of holiday cottages along the Jurassic Coast with properties throughout Dorset and South Devon.  Each unique location provides…

RED Rock Leisure are a Windsurfing and paddle board school situated in Exmouth Devon. They teach schools, groups, juniors and adults from beginners to advanced.…

Swanage Coastal Park offers stunning scenery, peace and quiet and all that this beautiful secluded part of Dorset has to offer. The park has been…

Dorset Cottage Holidays is a family-run business, staffed by local people with a close connection and passion for this beautiful county. Over 55 Dorset holiday…

Exmouth is the gateway to the oldest section of the Jurassic Coast, offering a fantastic display of 250 million year old Triassic…

Sandyholme Holiday Park is situated in the countryside, pleasantly secluded and peaceful on the edge of the villages of Owermoigne and Moreton - a great…

Graston Copse Holiday Park is the definition of peace and quiet. Get away from it all at this idyllic park in the countryside…

This award winning family run campsite in Dorset is located on the World Heritage Jurassic Coast. Highlands End Holiday Park sits high…

Dorset Coastal Cottages is a small, family owned and run business located in the heart of the Jurassic Coast. As we are a local agent…

City Cruises Poole have a variety of cruises on offer to the public, departing from Poole Quay. From trips around Europe’s largest natural harbour with…

The Higher Wiscombe cottages, all rated at Five Star Gold by Visit England, combine luxury with sustainability. Winner of Holiday Cottage of the Year and…

Golden Cap Holiday Park is located in the heart of the Jurassic Coast, with the park entrance just 150 yards from Seatown Beach.…

At the centre of the Jurassic Coast, Hensleigh House provides friendly relaxing bed and breakfast just 300 metres level walk from the famous fossil beach…

Cumulus Outdoors run exciting and fun filled residential trips on the Jurassic Coast for schools and youth groups, choose between our hard-top Residential…

Durdle Door Holiday Park is in a stunning location on the Jurassic Coast with direct access to Durdle Door and its sheltered beaches. Well maintained…

Hedgehog Corner offers two self-catering cottages - The Retreat Cottage & Acorns Garden Apartment. Each come with their own private Hot Tub and Wi-Fi.

The campsite is situated in the beautiful Marshwood Vale, Dorset a few miles from Bridport. We are a Camping and Caravanning Club Certified site with…

The history of the village of Beer revolves around the Beer Quarry Caves, which have been worked by hand since Roman times. Work in…

The small Jurassic Coast gallery in Bridport Museum boasts some wonderful specimens of local fossils including ammonites, starfish and even a plesiosaur. All of these…

We are currently open everyday 10.30am-3.30pm, with last entry 3.20pm. Visit the Centre to see our amazing fossil collections and find out how to discover…

After one of the most successful exhibitions ever hosted at Dorchester, Dippy on Tour, the Museum is now closed for major refurbishment until the summer…

Durlston Country Park offers imposing views of Jurassic limestone sea cliffs which sweep round into two bays where rocks record the entire Cretaceous period. Located…

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…

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…

Now Open Daily from 10am - 4pm At The Fine Foundation Chesil Beach Centre, you can learn more about the formation of this huge barrier beach…

Fossils from the inland area near Honiton are much younger than those just a bit further south on the Jurassic Coast. At Honiton Museum come…

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…

The displays, animations and films in the Lulworth Cove Visitor Centre tell the story of Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, two of the most…

There really is something to delight and inspire everyone at Lyme Regis Museum. Enjoying a stunning seafront location on the world-famous Jurassic Coast with fantastic…

Find out about the history of quarrying on Portland and the world renowned building stone which has been used in many iconic buildings around…

Now open every Wednesday to Sunday, 11am to 4pm until 1st November 2020.

Dorset Wildlife Trust’s Wild Seas Centre sits on the shoreline…

Seaton Jurassic will reopen on Friday 28th May 2021 at 10am.

Seaton Tramway operates narrow gauge heritage trams between Seaton, Colyford and Colyton in East Devon's glorious Axe Valley, travelling alongside the River Axe estuary through…

Discover the lost world of the Triassic period by travelling back 235 million years when life-sustaining rivers flowed through the deserts and allowed the earliest…

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,…

Discover over 60 hidden sculptures in Tout Quarry, one of only two remaining on Portland where the famous Portland Stone was quarried using old…

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…

Mazzard Farm offers 4* Gold luxury self catering, in beautiful surroundings, and with a strong emphasis on young families. We proudly hold the highest green…

The Hive Beach Café offers a selection of locally sourced produce, from home made cakes to high quality fresh local seafood, caught from across Lyme…

“Look round and read great nature’s open book” Durlston Country Park occupies a headland just south of Swanage. Within its grounds lie beautiful wildflower…

As the Jurassic Period drew to a close, sea levels were falling. Shallow tropical seas gave way to coastal plains and for a brief period…

A famous natural arch and a beautiful secluded cove; their existence owed to the collision of continents and the birth of the Alps. If you…

Portland has been a source of fine building stone for centuries, and the island bears the scars of efforts to pull it from the ground.…

The Jurassic Coast is famous the world over for fossils. Fossil hunting and collecting is a tradition that goes back centuries in the area around…

The geology of the Jurassic Coast shows that the period of Earth’s history known as the Triassic was a time of hardship, with deserts stretching…

The Jurassic Coast is one of the most important sites in the world for fossils from the Triassic period. Through the study of bones, teeth…