The Local Area

Nestled at the foot of the Purbeck Hills at the end of the Purbeck Peninsula, Swanage and its surrounding area the ‘Isle of Purbeck’ has so much to offer visitors. Whether you are planning to stay for a week, a fortnight or longer there will always be something to do and see. The area is one of outstanding natural beauty, part of a designated World Heritage Site as eastern gateway to the Jurassic Coast. Swanage boasts a Blue Flag award beach, an award-winning steam railway, some of the best diving spots in the UK, a rich Victorian history, miles of walks with breath-taking views and more....