Nature & gardens
Durlston Country Park
A clifftop country park and nature reserve just south of Swanage, with a Victorian castle housing a visitor centre, café and exhibitions. Family trails, minibeast safaris and a giant stone globe make it an easy, mostly free outing.
📍 Swanage, South West · BH19 2JL
Visitor information
- Typical visit
- Half day
- Address
- Lighthouse Road, Swanage, Dorset BH19 2JL
- Opening times
- Castle visitor centre daily 10:00-17:00 (official site, 2026-10-07).
- Website
- www.durlston.co.uk
Family facilities
Last checked 7 Oct 2026
- Café on site
- Toilets
- AccessibilityAccessibility guide on official site; dogs welcome.
- IndoorIndoor and outdoor areas
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Make a day of it
Durlston Country Park is a stop on this planned day out, with timings, lunch and what's nearby.
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