Jurassic Coast

Branscombe Beach sunrise ion a misty day — Branscombe Beach sunrise on a misty day

A wintry sunny day with views across the cliffs — A sunny winter's day on the Jurassic Coast

View from Salcombe Hill looking down to Sidmouth and the Jurassic coastline — In almost every direction there are snap-worthy views

A view of the Jurassic Coast at dawn from Golden Cap, with bright pink flowers in the foreground — The magic of a sunrise viewed from Golden Cap

95 miles of Devon and Dorset coast with great walks, beaches, cliffs, hills and villages

Places to visit

Map Loading...

A view looking at Golden Cap from St Gabriel's Mouth looking East, Dorset — Enjoy the stunning landscape along the Jurassic Coast, Dorset

Golden Cap Dorset

Important safety notice about the risk of cliff falls

Important safety notice. Following the cliff and rock falls along the coast, we urge you to stay well back from the edges when using the coast path along the cliff top, and away from the undercliff when on the beaches. Please take heed of safety signs on site – these cliffs are unstable and liable to rock falls at any time.

How to stay safe on the Jurassic Coast

Three places to visit on the Jurassic Coast

Branscombe

Explore Branscombe to discover a restored mill and working forge in this quaint village.

Golden Cap

The coast and countryside of the Golden Cap Estate offers ample opportunities for getting outdoors and active, including walking, running, geocaching, orienteering and swimming.

A cow looks over a dry stone wall near Spyway

South Purbeck

With its towering sea cliffs and quarrying heritage, South Purbeck is a landscape built on stone in more ways than one.

The garden at Killerton looks glorious in the winter sun.

Find a place to visit

In the South West you're never far from a National Trust garden, house or countryside walk.

Search for a place

Morning view over the Plym Estuary running through Saltram Park — Saltram Park offers sweeping vistas across the estuary with Plymouth beyond

Mayflower 400: Tide and Time

Commemorating the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower sailing from Plymouth to America, through a series of cultural events, exhibitions and stories in city of Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall.

See all things Mayflower

Studland Bay

Doggie splash and stroll

Thu 30 Jan 2020

+ 4 other dates

11:00-12:00

A free group event for any dog lover at Studland

Studland Bay

Mindfulness Meanders

Sun 02 Feb 2020

+ 4 other dates

09:00-12:00

A brand new calming experience at Studland

Studland Bay

Coastal Change walks

Mon 03 Feb 2020

+ 1 other date

13:30-15:00

Learn about the changing coastline of Studland with a National Trust expert.

Branscombe

Winter apple tree pruning day in the Old Bakery orchard

Wed 05 Feb 2020

10:00-15:00

Pick up your loppers and secateurs and help the rangers care for the fruit trees growing in the Old Bakery orchard at Branscombe.

Studland Bay

Nordic Walking on the Jurassic Coast

Sat 08 Feb 2020

+ 1 other date

09:30-13:00

An introduction to Nordic Walking followed by a historical walk out to Old Harry Rocks

Corfe Castle

History walk and talk tours

Sat 08 Feb 2020

+ 1 other date

10:00-15:30

Pam White, Corfe Castle historian revisits the castles rich history on walk and talk tours.

What's on

There are hundreds of events happening across the South West, including wassailing, volunteer open days and kids trails.

Find an event

Planning a holiday?

Shedbush Farmhouse viewed from the front garden on a sunny day

Find a holiday cottage

Walk on the coast and stay a while with our Jurassic Coast Holiday Cottages. Visit historic coastlines and quaint villages waiting to be discovered.

Camping on the Jurassic Coast

Camping is the perfect way to enjoy far-reaching sea views and abundant wildlife on this special stretch of Dorset coastline - here's our guide to camping on the Jurassic Coast.

Winter wellbeing

Four ways to help wildlife over winter

Winter; a time to snuggle up in front of the fire? Not anymore. Here's four traditional techniques our rangers, volunteers and fellow conservation charities get up to over winter to help keep the countryside healthy, beautiful and rich in wildlife.

The joy of being somewhere

Why do we go for a walk? When every corner of the world is accessible within three key word searches, and every view beautifully presented in social media posts, why do we still feel the want to be ‘out there’? Alexa St John Palmer explores why it's so important to see the world with our own eyes and feel it about us.

Health and well-being in the South West

If you're looking to kick off the New Year by giving your mind and body some care, we've got everything from walking trails to organised runs and even wassailing to help get 2020 off to a great start.