Sika Lodge - Local Guidebook
Sightseeing
Swanage is a small seaside town about a 20-minute drive from Wool. It is part of the Jurassic coastline and a World Heritage Site and has fabulous award-winning sandy beaches and pier, along with a wide range of attractions and beautiful countryside.
It offers many sports and activities; walking, cycle routes, rock climbing and water sports. There are several restaurants and cafes, as well as many bars. There is an old steam railway where you can catch a train to Corfe Castle.
There are plenty of carparks in and around Swanage.
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Swanage
Swanage is a small seaside town about a 20-minute drive from Wool. It is part of the Jurassic coastline and a World Heritage Site and has fabulous award-winning sandy beaches and pier, along with a wide range of attractions and beautiful countryside.
It offers many sports and activities; walking, cycle routes, rock climbing and water sports. There are several restaurants and cafes, as well as many bars. There is an old steam railway where you can catch a train to Corfe Castle.
There are plenty of carparks in and around Swanage.
The quaint village of Worth Matravers has some wonderful walks in addition to an award-winning pub, The Square and Compass, famous for its top quality live music, homemade pasties ,cider and ales and fossil museum.
Check out their website for some great events such as stone carving, sausage and cider festival.
A great place visit after a coastal walk - sit and have a drink while enjoying spectacular views.
There is a carpark just around the corner - a short walk to the pub.
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The Square and Compass
Worth MatraversThe quaint village of Worth Matravers has some wonderful walks in addition to an award-winning pub, The Square and Compass, famous for its top quality live music, homemade pasties ,cider and ales and fossil museum.
Check out their website for some great events such as stone carving, sausage and cider festival.
A great place visit after a coastal walk - sit and have a drink while enjoying spectacular views.
There is a carpark just around the corner - a short walk to the pub.
Studland beach boasts 4 miles of sandy beach river ches and is worth a visit in all seasons. It is a fabulous place to walk, relax, swim, snorkel, walk or have a go at water sports. There are several beaches all with parking and some have a cafe with a selection of hot food and drinks.
The car-parks can get fairly busy so best to get there early in the morning during the summer weeks.
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Knoll Beach Studland
Studland beach boasts 4 miles of sandy beach river ches and is worth a visit in all seasons. It is a fabulous place to walk, relax, swim, snorkel, walk or have a go at water sports. There are several beaches all with parking and some have a cafe with a selection of hot food and drinks.
The car-parks can get fairly busy so best to get there early in the morning during the summer weeks.
The historic village of Corfe Castle not only boasts a castle but also a model village, cafes, a steam train and some great walks. A favourite haunt for all ages the romantic castle ruins have breathtaking views across Purbeck.
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Corfe Castle
The historic village of Corfe Castle not only boasts a castle but also a model village, cafes, a steam train and some great walks. A favourite haunt for all ages the romantic castle ruins have breathtaking views across Purbeck.
Monkey World - I-Centre ye-Ape Rescue
LongthornsA great day out
Tyneham Village
I-Tank Museum
Linsay RoadBeach
Ringstead Bay
Mupe bay is a secret beach that is well worth a visit. If you are looking for a small secluded beach, less travelled then this is where to go. Park at Lulworth car park and head east. It’s about a 45minute walk. Look out for the wild orchids and fossil forest.
It is only accessible when the MoD are not using the firing range (Tues & Thurs). All other days in the week and weekends is the time to go.
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Mupe Bay Beach
Mupe bay is a secret beach that is well worth a visit. If you are looking for a small secluded beach, less travelled then this is where to go. Park at Lulworth car park and head east. It’s about a 45minute walk. Look out for the wild orchids and fossil forest.
It is only accessible when the MoD are not using the firing range (Tues & Thurs). All other days in the week and weekends is the time to go.
Food scene
Crab House Café
Portland RoadThe Pig on the Beach
Manor RoadThe Cabin
Burlington RoadThe 29029 Restaurant
Sandford RoadGreat Indian food
Enjoy lunch or just coffee sat by the river in Wareham
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Old Granary, Wareham
The QuayEnjoy lunch or just coffee sat by the river in Wareham
The 1859 Pier Cafe & Bistro
Swanage PierWalking
Old Harry Rocks
Sika Trail car park
A great place to walk or cycle