Highlights

• World Heritage Jurassic Coast
• Impressive Old Harry Rocks
• Superb cliff top coastal walk in Natural Nature Reserve
• Relax in Studland Bay - miles of white sand backed by sand dunes
• Boat trip and Open top bus ride included
• Old fashion Sandbanks Ferry

Itinerary

A quick train journey from London to the Dorset seaside resort of Bournemouth.
On the board of the Dorset Belle cruiser wet set the sail along the Jurassic Coast, one of the greatest natural wonder in Britain.

Our destination - Swanage, traditional seaside bucket & spade holiday resort on the Isle of Purbeck.
Upon arrival we answer our grumbling stomachs - there are plenty of fish restaurants, 'Chip Shops', pub grub, ice cream outlets and cafés and head out for more fun…

Superb cliff top walk along the coast - great views of the Swanage Bay, famous cliffs Old Harry Rocks and the Pinnacles.
Legend says that the Devil had a sleep on the rocks, which lead to the old euphemism of the Devil being called "Old Harry". Another possible source of the name is that the rocks were named after a famous Poole pirate, Harry Paye, who used to store his contraband nearby.

Relax on the beach - Studland Bay, gently shelving sandy shore with sparkling blue water, voted fourth top beach in the UK. Whole area is a National Nature Reserve. Restaurant and cafés facilities. Pedaloes, surf boards and canoes can be hired at the beach.

Open-top double-deck bus ride back to Bournemouth through narrow country lanes, crossing the sea on old fashion Sandbank Ferry.

Photos from Purbeck, Swanage and Studland Bay
gallery 1 & gallery 2

Difficulty: distance & terrain
>>> Our walking grades explained <<<
Grade of the walk: 8 km; difficulty: leisurely; terrain: hilly

What to take with you
Download your checklist, click here
Lunch: shops and refreshment facilities are available on the place.

Departure / Return

Departure
Meeting point: Waterloo railway station (look for your guide in green T-shirt with Minty Trips sign / download and print out the map of our meeting - click here)
Meeting date and time: 5/9/09, 7.45am

Return
To: Waterloo railway station
Return date and time: 5/9/09, 8.49pm (approx.)

Price & How to book the trip: £59

Price includes
• Boat trip from Bournemouth to Swanage
• Visit to holiday resort Swanage
• Guided walk along the South West Coastal Path
• Sandbank ferry
• Eco-friendly and comfortable transport (return train ticket)
• Service of an experienced guide
• Small organisational fee
• and a minty sweet surprise

Any question?

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