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St Oswald's Bay Beach
Tourist attraction
😐 Don’t get fooled by edited photos. This isn’t as amazing at it seems in photos. I was there, and it was nothing like the beautiful photos. Looks can be deceiving especially when people photoshop their pictures!!!!! The coast is all rocky and no sand. That said, enjoy my deceptive airbrushed photos
4.90 (53 reviews)
(~9.24 km from centre)
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The Tank Museum
Army museum
Large display of tanks with interactive activities and regular exhibitions and events, plus a shop.
4.80 (13.1K reviews)
(~2.75 km from centre)
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Durdle Door
Scenic spot
An arch-shaped limestone rock formation draws crowds to this strip of coastline with striking views.
4.80 (7.8K reviews)
(~9.16 km from centre)
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Stair Hole
Tourist attraction
Small tidal pool with rock arches, pillars & caves formed by water erosion on limestone rock.
4.80 (380 reviews)
(~9.73 km from centre)
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Insight Activities (Dorset)
Outdoor activity organiser
👍👍 We done the Medieval Trio activity and we had an excellent experience trying each one out. We were shown how to use the equipment safetly then after training we could choose what section to play on more. My family really enjoyed the archery and cross bow.
It was a gorgeous day too which made our exp...
4.80 (110 reviews)
(~5.39 km from centre)
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St Nicholas' Church
Anglican church
👍 Beautiful church stunning windows . Nice colours inside and the windows really stand out. The Church grave yard up the road is the last resting place of T E LAWRENCE ( Lawrence of Arabia) . Limited parking on the road . Disabled parking by the Church.
4.80 (88 reviews)
(~0.21 km from centre)
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Tadnoll Nature Reserve
Nature preserve
👍👍 A quiet area of natural heathland, with gorgeous heather and native grasses. The area extends into some pretty woodland Some nice walks to suit most though it is very sandy in places and after rain can be boggy as well. Good walking boots best.
4.80 (33 reviews)
(~2.22 km from centre)
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Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre
Animal park
Visitors can view rescued & endangered primates in this open-air animal park with a gift shop.
4.70 (10.6K reviews)
(~4.46 km from centre)
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Lulworth Cove
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Fantastic, surreal, and breathtaking. The cove is about 5 min walk from the car park, which is expensive and begrudge paying, but forgot about it pretty quick as the views are worth it. You can also get a super boat trip to durdle door from the bay.
4.70 (7.4K reviews)
(~9.68 km from centre)
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Sculpture by the Lakes
Sculpture
Large park with sculptures by Simon Gudgeon set in landscaped gardens, an art gallery & a cafe.
4.70 (958 reviews)
(~2.5 km from centre)
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National Trust - Clouds Hill
Historical landmark
Austere brick and beamed cottage retreat of T.E. Lawrence, with original contents and exhibition.
$$ $$
4.70 (422 reviews)
(~2.57 km from centre)
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Lulworth Castle Wareham
Wedding venue
Festivals and re-enactments hosted in the grounds of a castle, plus 5 miles of Jurassic coast.
4.60 (1.7K reviews)
(~8.75 km from centre)
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Kingston Maurward Animal Park and Gardens
Garden
👍👍 I just want to start off by saying this place is free to get in. Where else is there that has free entry these days. We took the kids, and they absolutely loved it. Plenty of space for them to run around and lots of animals for them to see. The facilities are great. The toilets were nice and clean,...
4.60 (1.2K reviews)
(~9.15 km from centre)
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Athelhampton House & Gardens
Tourist attraction
Tours, dining & ballet performances at a Tudor mansion from 1485, with a classic English garden.
4.60 (948 reviews)
(~5.9 km from centre)
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National Trust - Hardy's Cottage
Tourist attraction
Thatched cottage where Thomas Hardy was born and penned some early novels, plus country garden.
4.60 (687 reviews)
(~8.12 km from centre)
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National Trust - Max Gate
Tourist attraction
Thomas Hardy's former townhouse, designed by him in 1885, with furnished rooms and a walled garden.
$$ $$
4.60 (613 reviews)
(~9.89 km from centre)
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Durdle Door Holiday Park
Holiday park
👍👍 We have just come back from a lovely week away staying in a lovely caravan. It was perfect. Loads of space for a family of 4, a great kitchen/lounge with a great size table to fit round. The rooms had so much space which is very uncommon in caravans. Really comfy beds. We had a travel cot and high c...
4.50 (1.7K reviews)
(~8.57 km from centre)
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Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum
Museum
👍👍 Very interesting museum and one that is informative of a subject which often isn't given much consideration. Not huge so don't plan a day - allow about 30 minutes. Runs on donations so do bring cash.
4.30 (418 reviews)
(~5.42 km from centre)