Monkey World

The Tank Museum

Our exhibitions tell the story of armoured warfare from World War One to the present day.

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.

Watersports in Lulworth Cove

Lulworth RIB Rides  Come and join us for a trip along the beautiful Jurassic Coast.

Walking and Rambling around Lulworth Cove

Get back to nature and stride out on foot to explore the beauty of this part of the country.

Watersports in Litton Cheney

This lovely area is great for water sports. The Jurassic Kayak Tours offer accompanied treks past Durdledoor and to the East and West of the cove.

Athelhampton House & Gardens

Magnificent 15th Century Tudor Manor House with spectacular gardens.  Don't miss the striking Pyramid shaped yew trees. Visit the House website

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

Corfe Castle

Uncover the secrets of Dorset's iconic medieval monument and discover how royalty, warfare and nature have shaped the castle.

Watersports in Swanage

In Poole Harbour you can try your hand at something less 'wet'...parasailing!

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 dram

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!

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

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.

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.

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.

Cycling in Swanage

Cycling is very popular in Dorest, 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.