Nature in Dorset
Dorset is one of the premier counties in the south of England for providing opportunities to enjoy nature while on holiday. The RSPB has several reserves, the Arne Peninsular is a fine example and Dorset is well known as a major stepping point on the route of migratory birds as is Portland Bill a Mecca for bird watchers.
Dorset Coastal Cottages is a supporter of the Dorset Wildlife Trust and you can also contribute to their excellent work via a donation on our Booking Form. They maintain a variety of Wildlife Reserves throughout the county including the Purbeck Marine Nature Reserve at Kimmeridge Bay and Brownsea Island two of many that are close to Dorset Coastal Cottages.
The other charity supported by Dorset Coastal Cottages is the Jurassic Coast. The educational work undertaken brings to life the amazing fossil record, especially at Lyme Regis/Charmouth but also along the glorious 90 odd miles between there and Swanage/Studland.
Other more special interest nature watching is provided by the companies/websites listed below whether it is an evening badger watching or a trip to Brownsea Island to see the red squirrels.
Please note: Dorset Coastal Cottages cannot be responsible for the content of external websites
"Dorset Wildlife Trust was founded in 1961 to protect the wildlife and natural habitats of the county. It is now the largest voluntary conservation organisation working in Dorset, managing 40 nature reserves and supported by over 23,000 members. The aims are to create and enhance wildlife havens, inspire people about the natural world and foster sustainable living."
www.wildlifetrust.org.uk/dorset
Royal Society for Protection of Birds
Arne nature reserve: Arne nature reserve is the RSPB's flagship heathland reserve on the edge of Poole Harbour.
RSPB Work Centre, Arne, Wareham, Dorset BH20 5BJ.
Tel: 01929 553360.
E-mail: arne@rspb.org.uk
http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/a/arne/
Other RSPB reserves along the Dorset Coast:
Radipole: http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/r/radipolelake
Lodmoor: http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/l/lodmoor
Jurassic Coast
The Dorset and East Devon Coast World Heritage Site is England's first natural World Heritage Site - it is known as The Jurassic Coast. It covers 95 miles of truly stunning coastline from East Devon to Dorset, with rocks recording 185 million years of the Earth's history.
www.jurassiccoast.com
Jurassic SafarisSit back and relax on a Land Rover Safari as you are taken off the beaten track for a taste of Dorset's secret beauty. Jurassic Safaris will get you up close to some of the most spectacular views and wildlife the Jurassic coast has to offer. Their carefully chosen routes include unspoilt country lanes, ancient byways and deep river crossings hidden and inaccessible to most people. www.jurassicsafari.co.uk |
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Dorset Birding and Wildlife Walks
- Tailormade guided walks for bird-watching and wildlife enthusiasts. |
Fossil Hunting
Fossils and rocks can be found easily with a little patience and the knowledge of where to look and what to find. The UK Fossils network covers a large number of locations that are suitable for fossil collecting, complete with what fossils you can find, thousands of geological and fossil photos.
http://www.ukfossils.co.uk/dorset.htm
Fossil Hunting
http://www.discoveringfossils.co.uk/locationsSW.htm
Charmouth Fossil centre
http://www.charmouth.org/
Butterflies
http://www.dorsetbutterflies.com
National Trust
Brownsea Island
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Studland
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Durlston Country Park, Swanage
http://www.durlston.co.uk
The Blue Pool, Wareham
http://bluepooluk.com
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