Walking in Dorset
Of all of the counties of England Dorset is better served than most for walking. Whether you are looking for a challenging hike or a simple stroll the variety available is astonishing. The star attraction is obviously the Jurassic Coast, which encompasses the South West coast path. This famous walking route passes through Somerset, Devon and Cornwall before entering the county of Dorset at fossil rich Lyme Regis. It switchbacks its walking over nearly 100 miles of stunning coastline before it reaches the mouth of Poole Harbour.
But the coast is not the only attraction: Dorset was never really industrialised so farming and in particular large family estates, such as the Weld Estate at Lulworth, have maintained a traditional landscape with sweeping views from the ridge paths.
As far as accommodation is concerned all Dorset Coastal Cottages are ideally located for walking. Walkers can be strolling in the countyside from every one of our cottages within five minutes of leaving the door. No need to leave the dog behind either as around half of our self-catering cottages accept dogs.
Various web sites and guidebooks give a huge variety of information, often handily associated with a pub as the start/end point.
Please note: Dorset Coastal Cottages cannot be responsible for the content of external websites
Jurassic Coast Walking
offers guided walks on the beautiful Isle of Purbeck. You can book a half day walk or walking breaks with accommodation. Walks are led by a local author and photographer who has written several books on the Jurassic Coast, including the Jurassic Coast Trust's walking guide.
www.jurassiccoastwalking.co.uk
Marshwood Trails Guided Walks
Marshwood Trails have designed a range of walking tours to help visitors to West Dorset discover what this beautiful area has to offers well as exploring spectacular landscapes, tours include opportunities to learn more about the area's vibrant history and sample some of the renowned local produce. Every tour is led by a knowledgeable guide. Marshwood Trails offers both scheduled and bespoke tours which can be booked for a single day or they can arrange a programme of different tours that run over consecutive days.
For more information, visit www.marshwoodtrails.co.uk or call 07796 135256.
Jurassic Coast
Uncover the many layers that make up the Jurassic Coast. Geology unfolds before your eyes as you discover the very distinct sections of coast and understand how they have been formed over millions of years - through geological events and later by coastal processes. www.jurassiccoast.com
Walks 4 Softies
The walks4softies.co.uk web site describes short easy to follow walks in and around Dorset using pictures and maps. Free to print out, then just walk and enjoy. www.walks4softies.co.uk
John Harris' Walking in Dorset
All the information you need to get walking in the beautiful Dorset countryside. www.walkingindorset.co.uk
Lulworth Range Walks and Tyneham Opening Times
Lulworth Range Walks and Tyneham Village are open most weekends to the public to enjoy a fantastic unspoilt section of the Dorset coastline. www.dorsetforyou.com
52 Listed Dorset Walks.
On this web site you can find details - and maps - for more than 1800 walks, rides and areas of open access provided under the Countryside Stewardship, Environmentally Sensitive Areas and Environmental Stewardship Schemes. cwr.naturalengland.org.uk/
11 Coastal Walks
www.southwestcoastpath.com/main/walk
