Purbeck District

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Flight around Corfe Castle in England - aerial view -aerial photography
Flight around Corfe Castle in England - aerial view -aerial photography
Durdle Door, Wareham, United Kingdom
Durdle Door, Wareham, United Kingdom
Durdle Door, Wareham, United Kingdom

Where to stay in Purbeck District

Corfe Castle is a fortification standing above the village of the same name in the English county of Dorset. Built by William the Conqueror, the castle dates back to the 11th century and commands a gap in the Purbeck Hills on the route between Wareham and Swanage.

Corfe Castle Village

Get to know Corfe Castle Village by checking out its beaches, restaurants and spas. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Isle of Purbeck or Studland Beach and Nature Reserve during your time in the area.

Corfe Castle Village
Purbeck House Hotel

Purbeck House Hotel

3 out of 5
91 High Street Swanage England
The price is RM379 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
RM379
RM454 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Swanage. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (380 reviews)
The room was spotless excellent views the staff could not be more helpful

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Purbeck House Hotel
Lulworth Cove Inn

Lulworth Cove Inn

4 out of 5
Main Road, West Lulworth Wareham England
The price is RM337 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
RM337
RM404 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Wareham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Durdle Door and South West Coast Path Section ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (159 reviews)
The room was very comfortable with charming decor.

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Lulworth Cove Inn
The Knoll House

The Knoll House

3.5 out of 5
Ferry Road, Studland Swanage England
Stay at this beach hotel in Swanage. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Very welcoming to pets but as we didnt have a dog we would have liked a pet free room

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

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The Dorset Resort

The Dorset Resort

4 out of 5
Bere Regis Wareham England
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Wareham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Popular attractions Purbeck Shooting School and Monkey World Ape Rescue ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Wonderful

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

The Dorset Resort
Beachcomber Holiday Apartments

Beachcomber Holiday Apartments

3 out of 5
7 Ulwell Road Swanage England
Stay at this apartment in Swanage. Enjoy an outdoor tennis court. Popular attractions Swanage Beach and Swanage Railway are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (42 reviews)
Nice apartment but not the best location

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Beachcomber Holiday Apartments
The Cabin

The Cabin

3 out of 5
Carradale Priests Way Swanage England
Stay at this golf cottage in Swanage. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Swanage 18 Hole Pitch and Putt and Swanage Railway are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Sunny Swanage
Amazing Cabin, which was super comfy and extremely clean. A little garden with 2 seats and table . A patio doors looking onto a very pretty garden. Right near to Swanage Beach which was perfect. Fully recommend.

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

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Popular places to visit

Durdle Door featuring a sunset, a bay or harbor and rugged coastline

Durdle Door

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

Durdle Door
Peaceful Sunrise at Lulworth Cove

Lulworth Cove

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lulworth Cove during your travels in Wareham. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this quaint area.

Lulworth Cove
Corfe Castle featuring a ruin, heritage elements and tranquil scenes

Corfe Castle

Watch battle re-enactments among evocative medieval ruins and learn about the role this fort played in the English Civil War.

Corfe Castle
The lovely chimpanzees called Freddy taking it easy.

Monkey World Ape Rescue Center

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Monkey World Ape Rescue Center during your trip to East Stoke. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in the area.

Monkey World Ape Rescue Center
#EndlessSummer , tank museum is a great place to spend a day looking at all the vehicle's . you even get to see the stars of the film "Fury"

The Tank Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at The Tank Museum during your trip to Bovington. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

The Tank Museum
View from the town

Swanage Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Swanage Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Swanage. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Swanage Beach

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