West Bay Beach
Instantly recognised as the filming location for hit TV series ‘Broadchurch’ (starring David Tennant & Olivia Colman, amongst other big named stars) West Bay offers something for everyone, with a shingled beach to the east and sand to the west, backed by the iconic yellow cliffs of the Jurassic Coast. Plus, it only happens to just be 5 miles away!
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Seatown
This lovely stretch of beach is home to ‘Golden Cap’ – the highest point on the South Coast. But don’t fret if you’re not up for climbing the 191 metre cliff, as the shingle beach itself stretches far and offers plenty of entertainment for all the family. Plus, with nearby public toilets, The Anchor Inn pub and regular food popups, Seatowan has everything covered.
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St Catherine's Chapel
Sitting high up on a hill, seemingly overlooking the village of Abbotsbury and with panoramic views for miles across the Dorset Coast, towards the Isle of Portland and Chesil Beach, is St Catherine’s Chapel. This 14th century ruin is still very much complete and still attracts worshipers, or walkers who simply want to appreciate this very special viewpoint.
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Abbotsbury Swannery
The sleepy village of Abbotsbury has plenty to offer, where you’ll find their renowned Swannery – “Home to the world’s only managed colony of nesting mute swans”. It’s hard to put this into perspective without visiting, but just imagine the most swans you’ve ever seen, ever! Set in a beautiful lake with gorgeous surroundings, it makes a perfect visit for all ages.
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