Go Wild at Durlston!

The Durlston Bus

Coast Path is Open

There are loads of events for children and families this month - visit our Events page for details... 

Why not catch the new Shuttle Bus from Swanage to Durlston - every day until the 26th September...more 

The Coast Path between Durlston Head and the Car Parks is open once again....more
Durlston Country Park, situated 1 mile from Swanage in Dorset, is a fabulous 280 acre countryside paradise, consisting of sea-cliffs, coastal limestone downland, haymeadows, hedgerows and woodland. With stunning views, walking trails, the historic Great Globe, superb geology and fascinating wildlife there is always something different to see. Latest: News / Sightings / Photos Heritage Lottery Fund - Lottery Funded

Durlston's visitors, wildlife and landscape

Conservation For Public Enjoyment

This superb site in Purbeck, owned and managed by Dorset County Council, is governed by the ethos of 'Conservation for Public Enjoyment'.

Gateway to the Jurassic Coast
Durlston is a gateway to the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site which runs from Exmouth in the west to Old Harry Rocks at Ballard Down.  We are also designated as Heritage Coast, Special Area of Conservation, Site of Special Scientific Interest, Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and National Nature Reserve. Our offshore waters are part of the Marine Research Area. 

Visitor Centre
Our accessible Visitor Centre is popular with families and children. It features sounds from the seabed, live video pictures of seabird colonies, seasonal displays and a Daily Diary of wildlife sightings. We also stock guide books, maps, souvenirs, drinks and snacks. Open every day 10am - 5pm

The Durlston Project
During 2010, Durlston Castle will be transformed and restored, to become a world-class facility for visitors to Durlston and the Jurassic Coast. Find out more about the Project here.