Two miles of golden sand and safe swimming make this a popular beach. There are also a number of attractions in Dawlish Warren, including children’s rides and amusements, making this the perfect day out by the sea. The nature reserve is one of the regions protected spots with rare wildlife including flowers and birds, it is ideal for ramblers and those who enjoy wildlife.
The fossil bearing Jurassic limestone on this beach contains an abundance of pink crystals, which are striking in appearance. Access to the beach is good, but the rocky terrain makes walking difficult.
From the extensive pine woodlands and heathlands in the Wareham and Ringwood areas, to the beautiful beech woodlands of Cranborne Chase, the forests of Dorset are a delight to discover.
Berry Head to Sharkham Point is a haven for several nationally rare and threatened species which are dependent upon the thin limestone soils, mile climate and exposed conditions of the headland.
A quiet sand and shingle beach situated in an attractive rocky cove. There are lots of rock pools to explore at low tide and some of the shells on the beach have been washed up from the Caribbean on the Gulf Stream.
