The Isle of Portland is a limestone tied island, 4 miles (6 km) long by 1.7 miles (2.7 km) wide, in the English Channel. Portland is 5 miles (8 km) south of the resort of Weymouth, forming the southernmost point of the county of Dorset, England. A barrier beach called Chesil Beach joins it to the mainland. The A354 road passes down the Portland end of the beach and then over the Fleet Lagoon by bridge to the mainland. Portland and Weymouth together form the borough of Weymouth and Portland. The population of Portland is 12,400.
Restaurants in Isle of Portland
5.0 based on 26 reviews
Come and experience the 'Jurassic Coast', England's only natural World Heritage Site. Take a personal tour where you can look, walk and view to suit yourself, take your time if sometime particularly interests you or extend your lunch or Cream Tea if you feel like it.Learn about the geology and history of the area. View the fantastic scenery and there is so much to see and do.
5.0 based on 12 reviews
We are set within Portland Marina, host to the 2014 Olympic games with some of the best facilities within the industry. As well as a fully stocked shop, we also have 2 dedicated hardboats complete with diver lifts. Other services include a dive school, full gas facilities and an active dive club. Dont take our word of it, come and take a look.
5.0 based on 22 reviews
The Official Test Centre (OTC) is a watersports specialist centre located right on the water’s edge, within the grounds of the National Sailing Academy on Portland, Dorset. Accessible at any tide state and exposed to the best wind statistics on the south coast, The OTC caters for windsurfing, kitesurfing, windfoiling, wing-foiling, kayaking and SUP and has an affiliated school (RYA/BKSA/AALA accredited) to cater for all abilities. The centre has the very latest equipment on hand to test and compare. And once you've chosen your match, it is available to purchase in their shop: Surfdoctor.com
5.0 based on 225 reviews
Moonfleet sails daily from Portland Marina in Dorset, out into Weymouth Bay and to remarkable destinations along Dorset's beautiful coastline! All trips depart from and return to Portland Marina - come down, see us and have a look around in between trips. Treat yourself to a day at sea sailing our classic Tallship, Moonfleet! Here’s a real opportunity for both novice and sailor to try your hand at classic tallship sailing around Southern England’s stunning Jurassic Coastline and the fascinating chalk downlands of The Isle of Purbeck and stone cliffs on The Isle of Portland. For those keen to have a go, our crew will provide an opportunity to try most activities that can be fitted into the short voyage, from weighing anchor to hoisting the mainsail - and even taking the helm! Or alternatively If you don’t yet have the confidence to be hands on, you may sit back to watch and enjoy the ride!
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Here at WPA we provide a host of outdoor and adventurous activities at fantastic prices.Try your hand in:Sailing,Kayaking,Paddle Boarding,Cycling,Climbing,Coasteering & Raft Building.We specialize in taster sessions but also provide equipment hire and progression sessions across all activities.We strive to provide the best possible experience for your first time trying them out.
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We are an indoor bouldering wall offering climbing facilities for all abilities and age groups, We have a small shop, refreshments, equipment hire, including bouldering pads, toilets and free WiFi onsite, we can offer 1-1 bouldering inductions aswell as birthday parties and private hire'
5.0 based on 78 reviews
With over 15 years experience of the travel industry and tour companies in America and the UK, Dorset Tours knows what it takes to provide you with a great day out! Being located on Portland in England, we are ideally situated as your tour start point to the south coast. We use new spacious air-conditioned vehicles with plenty of room to enjoy your tour with space for your bags. We only use local guides. We know the Jurassic Coast like no one else. We guarantee you will see more sights on the Jurassic Coast with us than any other tour company. We can't wait to host you here on the Jurassic Coast!
5.0 based on 124 reviews
Visiting Portland on a cruise? Then why not come on the best & friendliest local tour available & see the best of Dorset & the Jurassic Coast in ‘70s VW style(but with a better, modern engine!)!! We provide a far more bespoke & friendly tour than standard coach & minibus trips & certainly without spending most of the day on the road like some tours. See Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, magnificent castles, Roman ruins & picturesque villages!
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Join us for guided Alpaca walks around the beautiful Isle of Portland, let us take you for a leisurely stroll with exceptional views of the Jurassic coastline with our enchanting animals, for an experience you will not forget. Alpaca experiences are also available, join us for a hands on experience, learn fun facts, feed and interact with our friendly Alpacas. Please contact us for more details
4.5 based on 3 reviews
We provide small group, private tours and shore excursions across the South West. Tours include, Stonehenge & Salisbury Cathedral, Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, Corfe Castle, Lulworth Castle, Abandoned Tyneham Village, Broadchurch, The Tank Museum and many more. DayTrippa small group tours will take you beyond the tourist must-sees to see the real face of this unique country; experience charming and remote communities and enjoy plenty of free-time for exploration at your leisure ensuring you’ll benefit from a high degree of independence but without the responsibility of a self-guided tour.
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