Purbeck District
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Corfe Castle Village
Corfe Castle Village is well-liked for many features, particularly its beaches, restaurants, and spas. Though there might not be top sights in Corfe Castle Village, consider a stop by Isle of Purbeck or Studland Beach and Nature Reserve, located nearby.
Durdle Door Hotel
Excellent front desk staff
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025
The Knoll House
We love the location and have stayed here on a few occasions. We love how the hotel is so pet friendly. It’s accessible to Bournemouth and Swanage, plenty of walks from the hotel and close to the beach (especially for an early morning/ evening swim). Our dinner was lovely and the breakfast is ...
Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025
Grand Hotel Swanage
Somewhat old fashioned with some charm.Not much varience with dinner,no specials on half the evenings.Breakfast all one price even for continental!Scrambled egg made ahead of time and not acceptable.Staff were consistently helpful and friendly but little outside information available.
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025
The Dorset Resort
Wonderful
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025
A beautifully furnished, stone cottage in Swanage with garden and parking.
Family friendly; good location;
Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025
2 bedroom accommodation in Holton Heath
The lodge was spacious & well equipped. Think for us it’s a late check in > 4pm ( our lodge wasn’t ready by that time either) and an early check out @ 10 am. So realistically it’s only a 3 day stay. But a clean site.
Reviewed on Aug 31, 2025
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Popular places to visit
Durdle Door
Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.
Lulworth Cove
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lulworth Cove during your travels in Wareham. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this quaint area.
Corfe Castle
Watch battle re-enactments among evocative medieval ruins and learn about the role this fort played in the English Civil War.
Durdle Door Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Durdle Door Beach during your trip to Wareham? Discover the countryside and bars in this quaint area.
Monkey World Ape Rescue Center
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Monkey World Ape Rescue Center during your trip to East Stoke. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in the area.
Swanage Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Swanage Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Swanage. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
