Park & Nature Reserve

Durlston Country Park and National Nature Reserve

Guided walks and Mini-beast safaris, in Swanage, Dorset

Lighthouse Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2JL

Durlston Country Park and National Nature Reserve sits on the Jurassic Coast at Swanage, where visitors can explore landscapes, wildlife and Victorian history. Durlston Castle offers rooftop views, exhibitions, a cafe, a gallery and a shop, and the park is open daily. Its events programme ranges from exhibitions of photography, fine art and craft to guided walks, mini-beast safaris, live music and astronomy, and the park also provides parking, accessibility information, dog-friendly visits, family activities, and weddings and room hire.

What they offer

  • Guided walks
  • Mini-beast safaris
  • Live music events
  • Astronomy events
  • Art and craft exhibitions
  • Fine Foundation Gallery
  • Weddings
  • Room hire
  • Cafe
  • Shop
  • Parking
  • Family activities

Where to find them

Lighthouse Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2JL

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