Visit Durlston Bay
Durlston Bay just south of the resort of Swanage, on the Isle of Purbeck in Dorset, is a rocky beach backed by cliffs. This beach is a well known fossil hunting spot and attracts experienced fossil hunters throughout the year.
Access to the beach is from the coast guard tower, at Peveril Point. There is risk of cliff falls here so care must be taken when on this beach.
The Durlston Country Park and National Nature Reserve backs the beach and has a visitor centre and gallery in the stunning renovated Victorian castle.
This beach is …
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Photo by UK Beach Days
Getting To Durlston Bay
Beach Location
Parking
There is a carpark close to the beach
Nearest Train
Station
Taking a trip to the beach. Get there by train or car.
Map of Durlston Bay
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What’s On along the Coast
Throughout the year there are a series of events and festivals taking place along the Coast. Find out What’s On from food festivals to cultural and sporting events.
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