This circular walk of just under seven miles takes you away from the coast and along country lanes, through woodland and heathland. Parking is available at the museum but you will be required to visit the museum if you use the car park.
Enjoy walking through open heathland and old oak woodland here with views overlooking Poole Habour. Park in the RSPB car park and choose from a one mile easy flat walk called the Coombe Trail or the two and a half mile Shipstal Trail (or even put the two together for a more adventurous four mile walk!). Look out for the rare Dartford Warbler and if you are lucky you will see roe and sika deer.
Head to Arne Nature Reserve and enjoy woods, heathland and wetland, a haven for wildlife and flora and fauna.
A collection of workshops, set in an old milk factory next to Corfe Castle railway station, sees talented artists, potters and sculptors in action. You can wander around and meet the artists, in particular Frances Pollard, a founding member who works with ceramics, and Tony Viner, founder of the Purbeck Film Festival.
This is a family run ferry service providing an opportunity to explore the Dorset coastline. The well equipped boats have buffet facilities and a bar and can be hired for private functions too!
Explore the Jurassic Coast and Isle of Purbeck by bike. There's over 100 miles of cycle routes to choose from and bikes are specially chose for the terrain of Purbeck. Ring for further details and bookings.
In a geat location near the water's edge, this restaurant offers all things Italian and a take away service. Children are welcome.
With a team of qualified instructors, there's a plethora of activities on offer including climbing, coasteering, mountain biking, kayaking, windsurfing and sailing. All take place in and around Poole Harbour, New Forest and Purbeck Hills. The perfect opportunity for an adventure during your holiday to the south west.
Take a tour of the scenic Jurassic Coast area by minibus. Tours pick up from all over the area and visit places such as Old Harry Rocks, Durlston Country Park, Tilly Whim Caves and Corfe Castle. Enjoy the freedom of Discover Dorset for yourself.
Golden crispy chips and flakey white cod at a waterside setting? Yum. Takeaway with a full menu that doesn't just feature fish, or sit in and enjoy the view.
A few years ago, the Classic Cottages team started writing about where we live and why we love it. Over time these have evolved into the Classic Guide.
17 April 2019
This circular walk of just under seven miles takes you away from the coast and along country lanes, through woodland and heathland. Parking is available at the museum but you will be required to visit the museum if you use the car park.
Enjoy walking through open heathland and old oak woodland here with views overlooking Poole Habour. Park in the RSPB car park and choose from a one mile easy flat walk called the Coombe Trail or the two and a half mile Shipstal Trail (or even put the two together for a more adventurous four mile walk!). Look out for the rare Dartford Warbler and if you are lucky you will see roe and sika deer.
Head to Arne Nature Reserve and enjoy woods, heathland and wetland, a haven for wildlife and flora and fauna.
A collection of workshops, set in an old milk factory next to Corfe Castle railway station, sees talented artists, potters and sculptors in action. You can wander around and meet the artists, in particular Frances Pollard, a founding member who works with ceramics, and Tony Viner, founder of the Purbeck Film Festival.
This is a family run ferry service providing an opportunity to explore the Dorset coastline. The well equipped boats have buffet facilities and a bar and can be hired for private functions too!
Explore the Jurassic Coast and Isle of Purbeck by bike. There's over 100 miles of cycle routes to choose from and bikes are specially chose for the terrain of Purbeck. Ring for further details and bookings.
In a geat location near the water's edge, this restaurant offers all things Italian and a take away service. Children are welcome.
With a team of qualified instructors, there's a plethora of activities on offer including climbing, coasteering, mountain biking, kayaking, windsurfing and sailing. All take place in and around Poole Harbour, New Forest and Purbeck Hills. The perfect opportunity for an adventure during your holiday to the south west.
Take a tour of the scenic Jurassic Coast area by minibus. Tours pick up from all over the area and visit places such as Old Harry Rocks, Durlston Country Park, Tilly Whim Caves and Corfe Castle. Enjoy the freedom of Discover Dorset for yourself.
Golden crispy chips and flakey white cod at a waterside setting? Yum. Takeaway with a full menu that doesn't just feature fish, or sit in and enjoy the view.