Welcome to Dorset
The first UNESCO natural World Heritage Site with over 200 million years of history to explore.
Explore Jurassic CoastBest in local produce
Renowned for its fresh fish & local produce, many celebrity chefs have made Dorset their home.
Food and drinkSouth West Coast Path
Dorset is a haven for walkers with miles of stunning coastline and breathtaking scenery to explore.
Places to exploreCoastal fun
Dorset offers water sport fun to suit all, from fishing to activities that'll set your pulse racing.
Water sportsFestival & Events
Dorset has a lively annual events calendar to celebrate all that’s great about the coast.
Dorset eventsDorset Seaside Holidays and Short Breaks
England’s first UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site covers 95 mind-blowing miles of dramatic coastline from Purbeck in the east, to Lyme Regis in the west and continues to the eastern edge of Devon.
So if you’re after clean air, sweeping cliff walks breathtaking views and snug towns brimming with restaurants and shops to explore, Dorset’s Jurassic Coast is for you. All along the coast, you’ll unearth enticing towns from the buzzing Georgian seaside town of Weymouth, stunning scenery of Purbeck and the historic town of Lyme Regis, not forgetting all of the picture postcard villages in between.
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Find out moreMore Coastal escapes
North Devon & Exmoor
Discover North Devon & Exmoor , some of the most stunning coastal scenery in the country.
Hull and East Yorkshire
Visit the coast and countryside of East Yorkshire and discover somewhere magical.
Suffolk
Roam the diverse and stunning landscapes, beaches and areas of outstanding natural beauty along Suffolk's heritage and famous coastline.
Isles of Scilly
The Isles of Scilly are a beautiful cluster of islands, just off the coast of Cornwall.
More about Dorset
Accommodation
Whatever type of holiday accommodation you are looking for, Dorset has a great deal to suit all budgets and tastes.
Things to do
Dorset has such a wealth of great activities and attractions you’re sure to be kept entertained.
Social Media
Feeling social? Keep up to date with all that’s happening in Dorset through our social media channels.
Download the Dorset App
The new Dorset Official Visitor Guide app is now available to download on iPhone and Android.
