Things to do

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Welcome to Seals Cove, Bridport – one of the area’s most popular indoor family days out!

Holidaymakers at any of our parks can get half price access to the Gym at New Body Fitness in Bridport

An award-winning cider maker, offering tours and tastings in the Dorset countryside

A modern, unique and spacious venue at Highlands End Holiday Park

A family-run children's animal farm and tearoom with countryside views

A unique and modern museum with an amazing collection of Late Jurassic fossils from Kimmeridge Bay

An award-winning attraction for children and adults alike, with buckets of fun!

A great spot to enjoy the sun, right on the beach in the heart of West Bay

A two-AA Rosette Restaurant located right on Chesil Beach in the village of West Bexington

Hive Beach Cafe is an award-winning eatery right on the beach at Burton Bradstock.

Award-winning boat trips from West Bay Harbour

Farmer Palmer's Farm Park is Dorset's award-winning farm park for children aged 0-8.

Monkey World is a 65-acre ape and monkey sanctuary and rescue centre

Located high on the clifftop at West Bay, this golf club enjoys stunning coastal views.

A collection of over 300 military machines awaits at The Tank Museum in Bovington!

An outdoor muddy adventure trail with obstacles, suitable for all ages

A woodland waterpark spread over 2 lakes with obstacles, near Corfe Castle

A tour around the only thatched brewery in the UK

An 18 hole crazy Foot Golf Course with obstacles, located at Highlands End Holiday Park!

The UK's largest collection of motorcars from around the world.

Bunches & bouquets, a gift shop with local crafts, events and the best views from a cutting garden ever at Abbey Farm Flowers!

Experience a Toptracer Driving Range on the clifftop overlooking West Bay

An outdoor BBQ cooking school, feasts, takeaways, catering and well-being retreat at High Grange, Devon

A stunning 18 hole golf course with outstanding views over Lyme Bay. Lyme Regis Golf Club is one of the best in the county.

Wookey Hole Caves is one of the UK's largest cave systems and most popular visitor attractions.

Jurassic Journeys offers fully guided, bespoke tours, day trips and activities across the Jurassic coast for 2 to 7 guests

A beautiful privately owned shingle beach, next to Golden Cap Holiday Park.

Lyme Regis, known as the 'pearl of Dorset' is an historic town with sandy beach, promenade, harbour, shopping and great places to eat

West Bay is a small fishing village with picturesque harbour with places to eat and golden cliffs.

Durdle Door is a limestone arch formed over millions of years and one of the most iconic landmarks in the UK.

Lulworth Cove is a famous shell-shaped cove with an array of small shops and eateries.

Coastal Educational Experience involving fossil hunting, sea creatures and mushroom hunting.

A great bar, food and wine are at the heart of The Ollerod life, with an ever-evolving menu and influences from all over the world.

Enjoy a historic country pub in an idyllic Devon setting, right next to the River Axe Estuary and some great nearby attractions.

Relax at a seaside pub in Lyme Regis – The perfect place to eat, drink and stay, just moments from the spectacular Dorset coastline.

Relax at a family-friendly pub and restaurant in Wareham, Dorset, with stunning views of the River Frome and Corfe Castle

The Smuggler's Inn is the perfect spot to eat and drink, just moments from the spectacular Jurassic Coast

Discover unrivalled views of this famous cove, in a cosy traditional coastal pub setting at the Lulworth Cove Inn

A stunning pub and restaurant with rooms located in the heart of the Poundbury community.

A small seafront gift shop in Lyme Regis, raising funds for millions to enjoy their national heritage.

A guided visit of Hall & Woodhouse will give you the chance to explore the Badger brewery and discover more about the art of brewing.

One of West Dorset's many excellent pubs, well-known for quality food and great-tasting beer.

Chideock Manor Gardens is a beautiful manor house garden set in 12 acres of Dorset countryside in North Chideock

A friendly and welcoming country pub in the heart of the village of Eype, a 5 to 10 minute walk from 2 of our Holiday Parks

Hearty Italian food from Luciano Marco Pierre White, located in Brewery Square in the county town of Dorchester

A picturesque body of water in between Chesil Beach and the mainland. Home to an abundance of wildlife and marine life.

Litton Lakes is a beautiful family-owned activity lake in the Bride Valley, near our Graston Copse & Larkfield Holiday Parks

A family-run farm in the beautiful Marshwood Vale, with great views of the surrounding area and coastline

Chideock is a small village in West Dorset, between Bridport and Lyme Regis, with picturesque cottages and excellent pubs.

A restored walled Victorian Garden - a welcoming space that aims to inspire a return to nature

Eype Beach Garden Cafe is an eat-in and takeaway cafe next to Eype Beach in Dorset

Learn all about beekeeping and how honey is made at The Dorset Bee, in the picturesque Dorset countryside

An indoor skate park in Bridport and one of a just a few indoor supervised facilities on the south coast

Our on-park fishing lake at Golden Cap Holiday Park

A small bakery and shop selling locally-sourced and high quality produce from Dorset and the South West.

Wake up your senses with this woodfired, sauna right on the beach at Seatown, next to Golden Cap Holiday Park!

Great value, straight forward, stand up paddle board hire from their base on the iconic Jurassic coast in Dorset.

A family-run farm shop on the edge of Bridport, stocking a range of local produce.

Morden Bog is a National Nature Reserve with open heathland and bogs

SUP Lessons, Adventures, Hire, Kids Club, Fitness & Yoga

A Manor House with amazing views over Chesil Beach.

The Olive Tree is a Bridport Restaurant serving local food.

Beautiful themed gardens with a picnic area, cafe and plant & gift shop.

Flights over the Jurassic coast from Dunkerswell.

This country park has a visitor centre, model railway and pitch and putt golf course.

This hotel and pub is situated on the beach by the harbour at West Bay.

The history of the Abbey and people who lived here are brought to life in this museum

This Jurassic Coast fossil museum was built on the site of Mary Anning’s home in Lyme Regis

Woodland walks and cycling

Visit this estate for self or guided tours around the vineyards and see the stages of production followed by some wine tasting.

A 450 acre Nature Reserve of unspoilt Dorset countryside. It's particularly worth a visit in Spring to see the wildflowers!

A tiny Grade 2 listed cottage in Dorset which was the home of T. E. Lawrence also known as Lawrence of Arabia.

A modern museum with an exhibition telling the Martyrs story in four sections.

A little station house & WW1 train carriage serving local and fresh seafood.

A challenging 7 mile work passing through the Axmouth to Lyme Regis Undercliffs National Nature Reserve

A 120 acre woodland site with paintball, archery, laser tag, axe throwing and more

This activity centre has 28 different climbing walls a cave, zip line and a cafe.

This 16th century fort overlooks Portland Harbour.

Walking trails with beautiful scenery.

You can hold a starfish or touch lobsters and crabs at this Jurassic Coast marine aquarium.

Lulworth Castle is a magnificent 17th Century building, originally built to entertain royalty

Built in the 12th Norman century it's ruins can be seen today on this historic site.

Dinosaur Fossilised Footprints

Wine tastings, sales and tours are available at Furleigh Estate.

The Fine Foundation Chesil Beach Centre has stunning sea views and a panorama which includes Portland and the Fleet Lagoon.

At Dive Beyond you can book a dive with experienced divers.

City Cruises Poole offers the best views of southern UK with a variety of harbour and island excursions.

Donkey Walking in Beaminster

Shopping for all the family at this craft centre in Dorset.

Restaurant in Bridport producing locally-sourced food, their own roasted coffee, a retail shop, takeaway counter and outdoor dining space

Scale 3 of Dorset's most prominent landmarks with our walking/running challenge.

Tea rooms in West Bay serving cream teas and cakes.

Wimborne Model Town is a 1/10th scale of the centre of Wimborne as it was in the 1950s which opened in August 1952.

A unique fun museum that will charm and delight teddy bear lovers of all ages.

Hill forts with fantastic views over the Marshwood Vale countryside and great for walks

Pilsdon Pen is an iron-age hill fort with spectacular views and walks

Flower’s Barrow is an Iron Age hillfort, built over 2500 years ago, above Worbarrow Bay in Dorset on the south coast of England.

The highest point in Dorset with fantastic views and a beautiful display of bluebells in spring

Dancing Ledge is a natural shelf of rock, popular with climbers, wild swimmers and wildlife enthusiasts

Brassica Beaminster is a family-run restaurant based in West Dorset.

An 18-hole mini golf set in the Lister Gardens overlooking Lyme Regis seafront

The Clock Inn is a warm and inviting, 16th Century pub with local, homecooked dishes

Kingston Maurward Animal Park & Gardens: Free family fun with animals, play areas, and stunning gardens in historic Dorset.

West Bay Canoes - guided canoe river trips

A place of Christian worship dating from Anglo-Saxon times

Maiden Castle is the largest Iron Age hill fort in Europe and covers an area of 47 acres.

Church Ope Cove is a secluded south-facing beach on the Isle of Portland, sheltered and safe for swimming, snorkelling and diving.

Adventure 4 All are one of Dorset's leading outdoor adventure activity providers. Coasteering, kayaking & SUP sessions.

Bennetts Water Gardens is a popular visitor attraction in Weymouth. The highlight is a Monet style Japanese bridge.

The Devon village of Branscombe is found on the South coast of Devon between Seaton and Sidmouth and is one of the most relaxing and picturesque villages on Jurassic Coastline.

Thomas Hardy was born in 1840 in this small cob and thatch cottage, which was built by his great-grandfather and is little altered since the family left.

The beautiful picturesque village of Beer is located on the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast in Devon.

Hot air balloon rides over the Dorset countryside with Aersosaurus Balloons. Admire the incredible scenery from above.

Executed for arson. Transported for asking for fair pay. Given six months hard labour for stealing clothes. 200 years of justice, injustice, crime and punishment are brought to life at Dorchester’s Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum.

A prominent National Trust-owned statue with fantastic views and walks.

Spend a day on Brownsea Island, the largest of eight islands in Poole Harbour. Wildlife haven with a range of habitats to explore.

Explore the ruins of Abbottsbury Abbey during your holiday in Dorset. Benedictine monastery dating back to 1044.

Budeligh Salteron is a picturesque town in East Devon. It is best known for its beautiful pebble beach and red sandstone cliffs.

Exmouth is a popular seaside resort in Devon. It boasts 2 miles of beautiful golden sandy beach

A beautiful wooded valley with footpaths, springs, waterfalls, grottos and lakes to explore, with plenty of wildlife.

Showcasing over 300 years of history over 4 floors, The Keep is an informative museum for all ages to learn about what our soldiers went through during their battles.

Thorncombe Beacon, near Highlands End Holiday Park, is one of the highest clifftops on the Dorset Coast, offering amazing views

Fossil hunting in Dorset and guided walks with the Dorset International Visitor Experience of the Year

A treasure trove of West Bay stories, activities and information at West Bay Discovery Centre

64 acres of gardens spanning nearly 300 years of history

Take a tour of a 2,000 year old network of caves

An exhilarating high-ropes woodland course through the trees

The Tunnel is a target sports centre providing a range of shooting experiences

Get up close with alpacas on this family-run farm in East Devon

A new Dorset attraction in the Frome Valley with over 100 birds on display

A beautiful area of deep Dorset countryside, surrounded by iron age hillforts

A bouldering centre, close to Highlands End Holiday Park, and a great rainy day activity

A free activity for all the family with this 2.5 mile walking activity

A fire engine themed soft play at our Highlands End Holiday Park

A Palmer's pub and restaurant in the heart of the fishing village of West Bay overlooking the river

A modern and interactive museum in the heart of Bridport Town Centre

Europe's largest naval aviation collection of helicopters and fixed wing aircraft

An iron-age hillfort with spectacular views across North Dorset

A coastal town and gateway to the Jurassic Coast with some fantastic attractions

A countryside haven home to an abundance of wildlife next to the River Axe

A superb crazy golf course with life-sized dinosaurs

A beautiful oasis of tranquility with sculpted works of art in landscaped surroundings on the River Frome

Discover 1000's of amazing creatures including sharks, turtles, penguins and more

A spectacular recreation of Tutankhamun's tomb and treasures

A seaside resort caught in a timeless charm, with gardens, shopping, beaches and more

A multi award-winning Quad Biking experience for all the family

140 acres of parkland, great for families, walkers and dog owners plus entry is free!

Weymouth's historic sea fort on the Jurassic Coast

Learn the watersport of Stand Up Paddleboarding - a great activity with beautiful views of the Jurassic Coast

A fantastic hands-on museum with dinosaur skeletons and much more!

A multi award-winning Alice in Wonderland themed family attraction in Bournemouth

A 2,500 year old hillfort with some of the best views anywhere in Dorset

A local farm shop in the beautiful Bride Valley close to Burton Bradstock

A beautiful location for shopping, food & drink and a walk up Colmer's Hill

A 14th century chapel with stunning views over Chesil Beach and the Jurassic Coast

A 3 mile heritage tramway through nature reserves and beautiful Devon countryside

A sculpture park and nature reserve in an old abandoned quarry - a great free place to visit

A traditional village inn offering great food, fine ale and a warm welcome

A unique and informal cafe bar located right on the riverside in West Bay

The West Bay is an iconic 18th Century Palmer's Inn, a stone's throw from the beach

A Palmer's Brewery pub in the village of Chideock, a short walk from Golden Cap Holiday Park

A beautiful and bright restaurant located at Groves Garden Centre in Bridport

An 8,500 acre estate with a lavish 17th Century Propert, iron-age hillfort, bluebell wood and more!

A spectacular woods with bluebells around April/May each year

An 18th Century Corn Mill next to the River Stour and owned by the National Trust

An iron age hillfort popular with walkers and with great views of the Dorset countryside

A stunning headland with a beautiful clifftop walk and great views

Described as the "Nation's finest manor house" by Countrylife Magazine

A vibrant shopping and leisure destination in the county town of Dorchester

A friendly & traditional village pub. Enjoy great food with a warm welcome at The Three Horseshoes, Burton Bradstock!

The Anchor Inn at Seatown is a quintessential Dorset experience that blends breathtaking Jurassic Coast views with award-winning hospitality

The UK's original Safari Park, visit the astonishing kingdom

A family theme park with over 60 rides and attractions!

Little Bredy Walled Garden is a hidden treasure nestled in the Bride Valley

Open 365 days a year, there are hundreds of donkeys waiting to meet you!

One of the treasure houses of England

A picture postcard branch line from Corfe Castle to Swanage.

A superb Manor House and gardens

7 miles of golden sandy beaches and an extensive range of entertainment facilities

The highest point on the south coast of England with magnificent views over the Jurassic Coast

A small village abandoned during World War II

A spectacular cliff formation at the very eastern end of the Jurassic Coast

Castle, Country Park and National Nature Reserve

Forde Abbey is a stunning example of history and a great day out for the family

Experience some superb plants, trees and shrub specimens at Abbotsbury Sub Tropical Gardens

A traditional museum with more than 13,000 specimens on permanent display.

The Cerne Abbas Giant is a 180 foot chalk hill figure

Sturminster Newton Mill is one of a series of ancient flour mills built on the River Stour

Sturminster Newton is an attractive, small market town in North Dorset

Abbotsbury Swannery is a unique sanctuary which allows you to interact and learn about these magnificent birds

Henley HIllbillies is an off-road driving and shooting centre

One of the largest indoor entertainment centres in Dorset

Visit Splashdown Poole, the South's favourite all-action waterpark!

A restaurant and bar in a pretty village location near the sea

An iconic cone-shaped hill with stunning views across the Dorset countryside

Learn about fossil hunting and the Jurassic Coast at the Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre.

Idyllic market town with a wonderful history. Famed for 'Gold Hill' and beautiful views over Blackmore Vale.

Corfe Castle is perched high on the Dorset Hillside. It is thought to be one of the first castles built in England.

Lively market town with excellent independent shops and cafes.

A family-run farm shop selling everything from local produce to takeaway food

A quaint and pretty village with some great attractions including a swannery

A charming rural village in West Dorset close to the River Brit.

Iconic lighthouse perched high above the cliff with impressive views of the coastline and English Channel.

Small market town situated on the edge of the River Frome

A wetland and heathland a short walk from Sandyholme Holiday Park

Dorset's number 1 boat trip, with fishing trips for all abilities from Lyme Regis Harbour

With four miles of fine golden sand and views out to Old Harry Rocks, the beaches along Studland Bay are a big draw to visitors.

As the largest town in Purbeck, Swanage is traditional seaside resort with stunning natural beauty.

Chapman's Pool is a remote but beautiful cove. The reward of this wild beach is well worth the effort.

If rock pooling and snorkelling is your thing then head over to Kimmeridge Bay. The sheltered bay and clear waters are teeming with marine life.

An unspoilt beach flanked by rolling Purbeck hills. The beach is located via the village of Tyneham which was abandoned in 1943.

A quieter beach with stunning views over to Weymouth Bay and the Isle of Portland.

A hidden gem of a beach which reveals giant prehistoric marine reptiles and a picturesque pub.

A traditional seaside town with a beautiful sandy beach and historic harbour.

A natural phenomenon stretching 18 miles from Portland to West Bay.

Get up close to over 1,000 creatures at Sea Life

Artisanal ice cream made from local produce, available at West Bay and Lyme Regis.

A quiet section of Chesil Beach, off the beaten track.

A lesser known stretch of Chesil beach popular amongst anglers.

Burton Bradstock is a pretty village with a shingle beach, village pubs, seafood cafe and beautiful walks

A wonderful beach and small village, famed for its abundance of fossils.

The county town, with good shopping, museums and restaurants.

Eype is a quaint village and secluded beach in Dorset near our Eype Beach and Highlands End Holiday Parks.

A short woodland walk with bluebells in spring

Durdle Door's secret sister bay

St Peter's Church, frequently home to wonderful exhibitions from local artists

One of the most scenic driving routes in the country!

River Cottage Restaurant, holiday cottage and B&B

Authentic wood fired pizza overlooking the beach in Lyme Regis

Scenic walks overlooking Lyme Bay from The Golden Cap Estate.

The Royal Oak, Charmouth is a well-known and popular local pub, situated on the Jurassic Coastline.

Nestled just under the local landmark Colmers Hill, this 15th century village pub, the Ilchester Arms Symondsbury, is the perfect place to enjoy some local food.

For novices to advanced game/clay shooters, this 80 acre site is one of the best shooting schools in the country.

The Town Mill is a unique, historic visitor attraction in the heart of Lyme Regis

A beautiful independent shop catering for new borns and children up to 6 years old! Visit the Baby Boutique on your next visit to Lyme Regis!

Visit the Shoreline Sauna on Lyme Regis beach, before taking a revitalising dip!

Bring the essence of Black Cow Vodka to life with a cocktail, tasting or shopping at the Black Cow Saloon in Lyme Regis!

Pressure free football fun sessions for all ages and abilities, close to our Holiday Parks at the Football Fun Factory

Guided Fossil walks by qualified and local guides from Lyme Regis and Charmouth with Lyme Regis Fossils

Freshly prepared and made to order sandwiches, baguettes other savoury snack along with hot and cold drinks at the Lyme Bay Sandwich Co

Embark on a trip along the stunning Dorset Coastline in a 1930's tall ship

A’ scent’sational experience awaits as you explore a scent wall, crystals, candles and more at Ria's Scent Lab

Try a 2 or 3 hour ‘Taster Class’ with local artist Jools Woodhouse

SUP Yoga on the sea in Lyme Regis

Paddle Boarding Lessons 1:1 or small groups

FootGolf on the eXe is a family-friendly Football Golf course designed to promote fun, no matter the age or ability.

Capture your special memories with a family photo shoot on the Dorset coast

Boat trips, sightseeing, fishing, deep sea fishing, in Lyme Regis on the Jurassic Coast, with Nick's Fishing trips!

Poppies Tearoom is run by a local Mum and Daughter, located in Bovington, Dorset

A yoga and massage in a cosy home studio and calming therapy room in Weymouth

Swanage Golf Games is an 18 hole course, laid out for pitch and putt, football and frisbee golf

Jurassic Discovery is a Soft Play with Cafe and interactive dinosaur exhibition

Monart Spa is a tranquil, luxurious and relaxing spa, located in Poundbury, Dorchester

Glastonbury Tor is a spiritual and iconic landmark and a great place for a day out.

Tours and tastings at a scenic vineyard in the Dorset countryside with Bride Valley Vineyard Tours

Traditional style town centre pub with food, drink and live music

Waterfalls, lakes, woodland, nature and family fun await at Canonteign Falls!

Embark on a swashbuckling adventure at Smuggler's Cove Adventure Golf, Bournemouth's premier mini-golf destination

The Hen Shed, Lyme Regis is the town's first fried chicken takeaway

Hatha Yoga and Paddleboard Yoga in Lyme Regis with Samudra Yoga

A 1920s theatre and cinema in the heart of Bridport

Weymouth Pavilion is Weymouth's top venue for live entertainment all year round...

The Pymore Inn is a Bucolic Country Pub with an eclectic food menu

Take a historic trip on Weymouth's award-winning land train around the harbour and seafront.

Visit the cider orchards for a free tasting and walk in the sunshine!

Charming seaside dining with stunning views, locally sourced cuisine, and a welcoming atmosphere awaits at The Seaside Boarding House.

Miller's Farm Shop is a bustling and popular farm shop and cafe in the lovely village of Kilmington, Devon

Trinity Hill Nature Reserve is a tranquil and diverse wildlife haven located in East Devon, near the town of Axminster.

Discover the thrilling world of Viking Village, Bridport – a truly one-of-a-kind entertainment, games and live sports venue.

Welcome to The Red Lion Pub and Smokehouse in Dorset

The Bayside Sauna offers a unique wellness experience that blends Scandinavian sauna traditions with the natural beauty of the English seaside.

Meet and greet gorgeous Highland Cows!

A sparkling blue lake set amongst woodland sculpture trails

The ultimate glow-in-the-dark mini golf adventure in Weymouth town centre

Wild Partridge Farm Shop is a welcoming, family-run independent farm shop