Activities near the sea in West Dorset. Activities near the beach in West Dorset - cinemas, museums, galleries, castles, swimming pools, gyms and golf courses on the Dorset coast UK.
Attractions near the West Dorset coast. Find attractions by West Dorset seafront - theatres, aquariums, theme parks, night clubs, stadiums and coach tours of West Dorset seaside. Find Attractions in Lyme Regis, Weymouth, Portland, Abbotsbury, Mangerton, Bridport.
Literary Lyme Walking Tours - Lyme RegisGuided walking tours of Lyme Regis exploring the area through authors who have used its setting in their literary works including Jane Austen and John Fowles.PricesFrom:£5**Per Tour, per personMore Information
Radipole Lake Nature Reserve - WeymouthWeymouth reserve and visitor centre. Watch wildlife from the large viewing windows. Two walking trails. Refreshments available and gift shop. Disabled access.More Information
Dinosaurland - Lyme RegisLyme Regis Jurassic fossil museum. Boasts fossil shop, museum containing 8000 specimens and exciting exhibitions. Privately owned, children and families welcomeMore Information
Sharkeys Indoor All Weather Play Area - WeymouthIndoor play centre in Weymouth for children includes soft play, laser zone, lounge area and a 7ft cuddly shark! Open 7 days a week, parties and groups welcome.More Information
Portland Bill Lighthouse - PortlandFamily friendly Portland lighthouse. Enjoy a guided tour of the Trinity House Lighthouse. Tours available lasting 45 minutes. Parking available nearby.More Information
Nothe Fort - WeymouthWeymouth award winning visitor attraction offering cheap entry & great value. Built by the Victorians to protect Portland Harbour. Wheelchair accessible & shopMore Information
Childrens Farm and Smugglers Barn - AbbotsburyAbbotsbury Childrens farm and soft play with a smuggling theme for children under 11 years. Activities include rabbit and guinea pig cuddling. Pony rides.More Information
The Electric Palace - WeymouthWeymouth family entertainment centre brings the latest in electronic entertainment, gaming machines, mini tenpin bowling and over 18s area. Disabled…More Information
The Town Mill - Lyme RegisRestored working watermill in Lyme Regis. Regular demonstrations of milling. Art galleries, pottery, craft studios, restaurant, gift shop and bakery.More Information
Bennetts Water Gardens - WeymouthWeymouth gardens boasting 8 acres of oust anding displays. Water lilies in summer, Monet style bridge and gazebo. Nursery, gift shop and tearooms. Free parking.More Information
Portland Castle - PortlandPortland coastal fort well preserved and built by Henry VIII to defend Weymouth harbour. Exhibition: 400 years of the castle's history. Disabled access.More Information
Lyme Regis Museum - Lyme RegisLyme Regis museum telling the story of Lyme and its ever changing landscape. Some areas wheelchair accessible. Schools and groups welcome.More Information
Jordan Hill Roman Temple - WeymouthRemains of a small Romano-Celtic temple in Weymouth. Ruins with free access. Pets welcome on site. Beautiful countryside views.More Information
The Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA) - PortlandPortland wpnsa offers successful sailing school and venue for events and training. Ideal for families, groups and corporate. Weddings catered for also.More Information
Brewers Quay and Timewalk Journey - WeymouthWeymouth Victorian brewery converted into speciality shopping village, restaurant and Timewalk attraction. Museum and children's play area. Free and cheap.More Information
Abbotsbury Sub Tropical Gardens - AbbotsburyAbbotsbury Subtropical Gardens boasting twenty acres of woodland valley. Exotic plants, colonial teahouse and gift shop. Children's play area, free parking.More Information
Mangerton Mill - MangertonBridport 17th Century working water mill and Museum of Rural Bygones. Tea room, homemade fare and local crafts. Disabled facilities and parking.More Information
St Catherine’s Chapel - AbbotsburySt catherine's Chapel in Abbotsbury Abbey. Set high on a hilltop this sturdy, barrel-vaulted 14th-century chapel was built by the monks as a retreat. Free entryMore Information
Weymouth Golf Club - WeymouthGolf club in Weymouth offering 18 challenging, scenic holes with visitors welcome. Special deals and packages available, pro shop on-site.More Information
Abbotsbury Swannery - AbbotsburyAbbotsbury Swannery is a unique place where up to 1,000 swans can be visited during nesting/hatching. Audiovisual presentation & Ugly duckling trail. AccessibleMore Information
Bridport Leisure Centre - BridportBridport leisure centre open 7 days a week Facilities include a 25 metre swimming pool, learner pool, sports hall, squash courts, aerobic studio & fitness gym.More Information
Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre - BridportBridport Visitor centre offers information about fossils and hands-on displays. Guided walks and activities throughout the year and free entry.More Information
Bridport Museum - BridportBridport museum with a multiple focus from Romans to rope-making. Also learn the town history, a gateway to the World Heritage Jurassic Coast. Groups welcome.More Information
Maiden Castle - PortlandDorchester Iron Age hill fort, the largest in Europe. Boasting the size of 50 football pitches and occupation remains from over 6000 years ago. Free admission.More Information
Kingston Russell Stone Circle - AbbotsburyBronze Age stone circle in Abbotsbury; accessible by foot at no charge. Dogs welcome on site. Limited parking nearby.More Information