Isle of Purbeck

A complete lapse in navigational skills resulted in an impromtpu trip to Purbeck. One minute we're heading for Christchurch and the next the GPS has decided the quickest way there is via the very picturesque ruins of Corfe Castle and the long winding road to Studland where we entered an enormous National Trust owned nature area complete with nudist beach. The views from the car windows were simply stunning with an enormous variety of trees in all theri autumnal glory, an abundance of wildlife and birds everywhere you looked. Armed with their wildlife spotters guide our daughters were ecstatic. Clearly visible were Old Harrys Rocks, two chalk stacks jutting ...  Read the complete review

Purbeck is not really an island, it is a peninsular on the South Coast of England near Bournemouth, Dorset. It is a place of natural beauty which is wonderful for family holidays or a quiet break away. Not far from London (2 1/2 hours by train), Purbeck is an area with many places of natural beauty. Swanage and Wareham are the main towns. Swanage is on the coast and there you will find guest houses or campsites. Purbeck is great for walking especially along the coast with beautiful views and unspoilt countryside. The famous Old Harry rocks are just off the coast and the white cliffs are a dramatic backdrop for birdwatching. The walks are quite gentle though fairly ...  Read the complete review