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5 Scenic Walking Areas in Swanage That You Shouldn't Miss
Swanage was a popular seaside resort in Victorian times, and families today continue to enjoy its shallow, calm beach. The recently restored Swanage Pier is a popular spot for fishing. Diving trips and boat tours also depart from here. Don’t miss a trip through the local countryside on the Swanage Steam Railway.
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1. St Aldhelms Head - South West Coast Path walk
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 78 reviews
A 5.1 mile South West Coast Path walk with a round-up of assorted fascinating features around a limestone headland where the chalk grasslands are rich in wildflowers. The angular caves and tunnels in the vertical cliffs are home to the equally rare greater horseshoe bat, as well as doubling as distant planets in various sci-fi films.
Reviewed By VioletT_13 - Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Stopped for snack at the Square and Compass Pub Great service and very friendly staff.Walked to StAldhelms Head Fantastic Views. Would have walked further but weather was so hot and we needed a drink
2. South West Coast Path - Dancing Ledge and Langton Matravers
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 56 reviews
A 4.7 mile pastoral route taking in the South West Coast Path by hay meadows and flower-filled chalk grasslands, with the possibility of seeing puffins, bats and even dolphins. The steep cliffs have been hollowed out by quarrying of Purbeck limestone, shot through in places with important fossils, and the route follows ancient lanes through crumbling stone boundaries dating back hundreds of years.
Reviewed By SP609 - London, United Kingdom
We walked roughly 10-12 miles along this coastline every day, taking in different areas and it was absolutely stunning. We hope to do it again next year.
3. Agglestone Rock
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4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By places2seeplaces2go - England, United Kingdom
Have wanted to walk to Agglestone Rock for some time. Finally in September 2020 we did the circular walk from Studland to Agglestone & back. Parked in a nearby lay-by . But there are plenty of other places to start your walk from. A great walk, not too taxing & plenty to see. The rock itself is huge & quite bizarre. Its like its been dropped from space. Beautiful views.
4. Chapman's Pool
5. Swanage Beachfront
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4.0 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By K3842VGjohnb
Swanage has a long stretch of soft sand. There is sufficient beach to provide good Social Distancing. There are toilets at each end of the beach, lots of Ice Cream outlets and within walking distance of Fish and Chips or other take away food. The Beach has a Lifeguard station that is manned throughout the season.
