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Dorset Beach Guide

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Dorset’s coastline comes with some very impressive credentials!  The Jurassic Coast - the only natural UNESCO World Heritage site in England - encompasses most of the coastline, as does the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.  

The rocks in the cliffs along the coast tell the story of 185 million years of Earth’s history and fossil hunting has been a popular activity here for over 200 years with collectors finds contributing to our understanding of both prehistoric life and geology.  Mary Anning, from Lyme Regis, was a well-known fossil hunter in the early 1800’s and her discoveries influenced Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution and changed scientific thinking.  

The coastline has famous natural landmarks such as Durdle Door (a limestone sea arch), Old Harry Rocks (chalk stacks and stumps), picturesque  Lulworth Cove and the most unusual Chesil Beach.  Chesil is a massive shingle structure - 17 miles long, up to 15m high and 200m wide.  However, as fascinating and beautiful as these landforms are, if you’re looking for Dorset beach huts, you’ll have to head elsewhere!  

There are many traditional seaside resorts to choose from including Lyme Regis, Weymouth, Swanage, Christchurch … and of course there’s glorious Pool Bay with the resorts of Bournemouth, Boscombe and Southbourne.  The beaches are predominantly golden sand and traditional activities such as Punch and Judy shows, donkey rides and sitting in deckchairs eating ice-creams all add to the fun. 

If you want more exclusivity, then head for stunning Sandbanks.  You need to be a millionaire to buy a house here, but beach hut hire is affordable to all!  

PROS

  • Great opportunities for fossil hunting - particularly at Charmouth and Lyme Regis
  • Award winning family beaches

CONS

  • Dogs not always permitted (or must be on a lead) - check before you go

Reviews for Dorset

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Based on 378 reviews
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5

Fantastic hut. Great facilities and lovely location.

Beach Hut 5

The beach hut had everything we needed - overall a really lovely experience

180

Had a lovely day plenty of chairs kettle which we forgot so was good. Near toilets play area for grandchildren. Water tap just next door. Beach hut situated in brilliant location.

Beach hut 2061

Not only was this such a beautiful place to stay, Andrew, the owner was so incredibly helpful and welcoming. He made everything so easy and the hut had everything we needed. We cannot wait to go back again.

Peach Hut (NO. 160)

Was such an amazing week! We enjoyed every second and it was in the perfect spot!! Will defo be booking again!

1129

We had a lovely day thank you, it was all really smooth - Greta beach hut, good position and good communication with host.

(H)utter Madness

An amazing beach hut, so well equipped! The beach hut has everything you’d need for a day at a beach including many helpful things we weren’t expecting like beach games, cooking implements and a frying pan.

2251

Amazing hut😍 tidy and a lot of facilities. I am looking forward to repeat the experience as soon as possible ❤️

328

First time in a beach hut. It was delightful everything at your fingertips. Close to all amenities was a bonus. Had lovely neighbours. Owner co-ordinated it perfectly too. Most enjoyable will be back thank you 😍

Beach Hut 352 : Bournemouth West
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