Purbeck District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Flight around Corfe Castle in England - aerial view -aerial photography
Flight around Corfe Castle in England - aerial view -aerial photography
Durdle Door, Wareham, United Kingdom
Durdle Door, Wareham, United Kingdom
Durdle Door, Wareham, United Kingdom

Where to stay in Purbeck District

Corfe Castle is a fortification standing above the village of the same name in the English county of Dorset. Built by William the Conqueror, the castle dates back to the 11th century and commands a gap in the Purbeck Hills on the route between Wareham and Swanage.

Corfe Castle Village

Get to know Corfe Castle Village by checking out its beaches, restaurants and spas. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Purbeck Mineral and Mining Museum or Isle of Purbeck during your time in the area.

Corfe Castle Village
The Knoll House

The Knoll House

3.5 out of 5
Ferry Road, Studland Swanage England
Stay at this beach hotel in Swanage. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Friendly staff. Family and dog friendly. Very clean but some areas and furniture quite worn.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

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The Knoll House
Lulworth Cove Inn

Lulworth Cove Inn

4 out of 5
Main Road, West Lulworth Wareham England
The price is 2.608.916 ₫ per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
2.608.916 ₫
3.130.699 ₫ total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Wareham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (164 reviews)
Super venue in a super location and a beautiful sea view. Room was lovely and immaculate, cleaning was impeccable and it was great to have all toiletries provided and plenty of toilet rolls which isn’t something you get everywhere. Staff were lovely and nothing was too much trouble, we even given ...

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Lulworth Cove Inn
Purbeck House Hotel

Purbeck House Hotel

3 out of 5
91 High Street Swanage England
The price is 2.665.422 ₫ per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
2.665.422 ₫
3.198.647 ₫ total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Swanage. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (387 reviews)
great room and beautiful decor in the main hotel, bathtub was a luxury, good choice of food for the continental breakfast, friendly staff and relaxed atmosphere.

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

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The Dorset Resort

The Dorset Resort

4 out of 5
Bere Regis Wareham England
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Wareham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Popular attractions Purbeck Shooting School and Monkey World Ape Rescue ...
The Dorset Resort
Beachcomber Holiday Apartments

Beachcomber Holiday Apartments

3 out of 5
7 Ulwell Road Swanage England
Stay at this apartment in Swanage. Enjoy an outdoor tennis court. Popular attractions Corfe Castle and Swanage Beach are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (42 reviews)
Nice apartment but not the best location

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Beachcomber Holiday Apartments
Herston Caravan & Campsite

Herston Caravan & Campsite

2 out of 5
Washpond Lane Swanage England
Stay at this campsite in Swanage. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions Corfe Castle and Swanage Railway are located ...
Herston Caravan & Campsite
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Popular places to visit

Durdle Door showing a bay or harbour, rugged coastline and a sunset

Durdle Door

Explore the great outdoors at Durdle Door, a lovely green space in West Lulworth. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Durdle Door
Peaceful Sunrise at Lulworth Cove

Lulworth Cove

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lulworth Cove during your travels in Wareham. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this quaint area.

Lulworth Cove
Corfe Castle which includes heritage elements, building ruins and tranquil scenes

Corfe Castle

Corfe Castle is just one of the places to see in Corfe Castle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Corfe Castle
The lovely chimpanzees called Freddy taking it easy.

Monkey World Ape Rescue Center

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Monkey World Ape Rescue Center during your trip to East Stoke. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in the area.

Monkey World Ape Rescue Center
View of the white cliffs of the Jurassic Coast of Dorset, England, UK

Durdle Door Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Durdle Door Beach during your trip to Wareham? Discover the countryside and bars in this quaint area.

Durdle Door Beach
#EndlessSummer , tank museum is a great place to spend a day looking at all the vehicle's . you even get to see the stars of the film "Fury"

The Tank Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at The Tank Museum during your trip to Bovington. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its cosy cafes.

The Tank Museum