Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve









Durlston Country Park, National Nature Reserve and Castle, situated 1 mile from Swanage in Dorset, is a fabulous 280 acre countryside paradise, consisting of sea-cliffs, coastal limestone downland, haymeadows, hedgerows and woodland.
With stunning views, walking trails, the historic Great Globe, superb geology, fascinating wildlife there is always something different to see and do.
Durlston Castle features interactive exhibits for all the family about the wildlife and geology of Durlston and the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, while the Fine Foundation Gallery, within the Castle, host an everchanging series of art, craft, scientific or historical exhibtions and a varied programme of performance and other events.
Venue Type:
Garden, parklands or rural site
Additional info
An offroad wheelchair and Tramper electric buggies are available for less mobile visitors - to book or for more information, please call 01929 424443, visit www.durlston.co.uk or email info@durlston.co.uk

‘Purbeck Footprints' Wildlife Photography Walk
- 29 April 2018 From 10:30am
Join wildlife photographer Julian Sawyer to develop' your photographic skills.
Please Book. £5
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
£5.00
Website
http://www.durlston.co.uk/index.php?nid=141&id=4

Dementia Friendly Stroll
- 28 April 2018 From 2:30pm
Dementia Friendly Stroll
A gentle stroll for people with dementia and their carers.
Supported by Stepping Into Nature.
Donations welcome
Meet at the Learning Centre
Admission
Donations Welcome

Clifftop Tour
- 25 April 2018 From 10:30am
Clifftop Tour
A gentle half-hour stroll along the clifftop.
Donations welcome.
Meet at Durlston Castle
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Donations Welcome
Website
http://www.durlston.co.uk/events.aspx
Getting there
By car or bike: From Swanage, follow the brown tourist information signs.
On foot: From Swanage town centre, follow the South West Coast Path or Victorian Trail signs
Bike racks are located in the car park nearest Durlston Castle
Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve
Durlston Country Park NNR
Lighthouse Road
Swanage
Dorset
BH19 2JL
England
Website
Telephone
01929 424443