YHA Swanage
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Free parking on premises
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WiFi
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Cycle store
Bournemouth
Overview
Serious shopping and entertainment centre. Tethered balloon flights, great beaches and top concerts throughout the year.
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What makes it special
- See Bournemouth from above on a tethered balloon ride
Hostels nearby
YHA New Forest
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WiFi
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Free parking on premises
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Café
Other things to do nearby
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve
One of the UK’s finest beaches and extensive nature reserve. Enid Blyton lived here, so look for Policeman Plod’s thatched cottage!
Brownsea Island
The perfect day’s adventure, this island wildlife sanctuary is easy to get to but feels like another world from the moment you step ashore. The island sits in the middle of Poole Harbour, with...
Watersports in Swanage
In Poole Harbour you can try your hand at something less 'wet'...parasailing!
Arne Nature Reserve (RSPB)
A special landscape where you can enjoy the vast open heathland with an opportunity for bird watching. A fantastic place for family walks at any time of year. One of the few places in the UK where all...
Mowlem Theatre
Opened in 1967, the Mowlem Theatre is situated on the sea front at Swanage and has over 200 film productions a year as well as 60-100 nights of live theatre.
Swanage Steam Railway
Explore the beautiful countryside around Swanage on the old steam trains that chuff along to Corfe Castle and beyond. Visit the website
Walking and Rambling in Swanage
The whole of Purbeck area, a lot of which is An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is just waiting to be explored. Swanage is on the South West coast path that stretches from Poole harbour to...
Swanage
A friendly, colourful seaside town with an award winning beach, amazing chalk pillars of Old Harry's Rocks and a very English Victorian pier.
Nordic social walk from YHA Swanage
Saturday 20th September 2025 Distance: 7 - 9 miles (12-15 km) Duration: 3 - 4 hours Led by: Steve Ellis, British Nordic Walking National Trainer Skills and confidence This circular walk on both...
Cycling in Swanage
Cycling is very popular in Dorset, thatched villages and quiet lanes make it easy to get off the beaten track and explore the tranquil terrain. Here the pace is leisurely and the going is easy. This...
Go Ape Moors Valley
Nestled between the New Forest and the south coast beaches, Moors Valley Country Park is a picture-perfect location for an active day out near Bournemouth. With plenty of fun-filled outdoor activities...
Liberty's Owl, Raptor and Reptile Centre
6 miles Home to a large collection of birds of prey and reptiles. Watch the birds flying free and reptiles up close during the spectacular displays. Visit the website
Corfe Castle
Uncover the secrets of Dorset's iconic medieval monument and discover how royalty, warfare and nature have shaped the castle.
Mountain Biking in Swanage
There are some great routes including Chalk Ridge between Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks, it's quite steep at first but suitable for all levels and there's stunning views on either side. Bike hire...
Forest Leisure Cycling
0.1 miles Just 5 minutes walk from the YHA and situated in the traditional village of Burley. We recommend Forest Leisure Cycling for cycle hire, repairs and cycling accessories. Open 7 days, all year...
Nordic social walk from YHA New Forest
Sunday 21st September 2025 Distance: 7-9 miles (12-15 km) Duration: 3-4 hours Led by: Steve Ellis, British Nordic Walking National Trainer Skills and confidence This circular walk on both countryside...