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South West England

Swanage Beach – Durlston Castle loop from Swanage

Hiking trails & Routes

South West England

Swanage Beach – Durlston Castle loop from Swanage

Moderate

4.9

(7)

102

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Swanage Beach – Durlston Castle loop from Swanage

02:03

7.36km

140m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

Tips

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Dorset National Landscape

Waypoints

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1

436 m

Swanage Beach

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Quaint Victorian Seaside Resort

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984 m

Swanage Waterfront Promenade

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Svanage, the harbor and the waterfront are very clear.

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1.78 km

Peveril Point Coastwatch Station

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Peveril Point at the southern edge of Swanage Bay is made from a resistant shale and limestone rather than the clay to the north. The promontory formed is a good …

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4

2.46 km

Prince Albert Gardens Amphitheatre

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Also known as Prince Albert Gardens. It was established in 1996.
The site was originally open grazing land. Prior to being established as a park, Prince Albert Gardens was the site of a miniature golf course.

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5

4.15 km

View of Porthcawl Bay

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Located just below Durlston castle as you head down to the globe. nice to stop here and admire the views of the bay

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6

4.32 km

Durlston Castle

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Near Durlston Castle there is a hiking trail high above the sea. There are wonderful views of the rocky cliffs.

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4.39 km

The Great Globe at Durlston Country Park

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This casting size world globe is impressive. The information on it and the existing stone slabs is difficult to read due to weathering.

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7.36 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.01 km

2.68 km

1.48 km

170 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.27 km

2.07 km

1.89 km

526 m

510 m

< 100 m

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