Walks on the Isle of Purbeck
Jurassic Coast walks on the Isle of Purbeck
Explore the gems of the Jurassic Coast with us through our favourite walks. Browse or search by key word to find the perfect walk for you. Each walk includes a hand illustrated map, our notes of the things to look out for and of course the all important step by step instructions, starting point and stats.
You’ll find links to the Ordnance Survey (OS) map routes, which include GPX links that are handy for use on other apps such as Footpath or Strava. Taking an extra phone battery pack is usually a good idea, especially for longer routes when using apps. If you think you might be out of phone signal, you can download the OS maps before you go and print off our instruction sheets to take with you - a pencil might be handy to mark off points of interest along the way. Kids might like to colour the maps in when they get home.
Explore the gems of the Jurassic Coast with us through our favourite walks. Browse or search by key word to find the perfect walk for you. Each walk includes a hand illustrated map, our notes of the things to look out for and of course the all important step by step instructions, starting point and stats.
You’ll find links to the Ordnance Survey (OS) map routes, which include GPX links that are handy for use on other apps such as Footpath or Strava. Taking an extra phone battery pack is usually a good idea, especially for longer routes when using apps. If you think you might be out of phone signal, you can download the OS maps before you go and print off our instruction sheets to take with you - a pencil might be handy to mark off points of interest along the way. Kids might like to colour the maps in when they get home.
Before you head on your way - don’t forget to check out our disclaimer and to make sure you’re fully prepared for fun and safe day out! And finally don’t forget to plan for the tide times and the weather and always follow the countryside code!
I love to walk. Walking is a spiritual journey and a reflection of living. Each of us must determine which path to take and how far to walk; we must find our own way, what is right for one may not be for another
Edie Littlefield Sundby
Find your perfect walk
My Jurassic Coast Challenge - A guest walk from Swanage, ‘in honour of my dad’, by Lisa Gray
Join Lisa Gray on a glorious training route for the Jurassic Coast Challenge, in honour of her dad, Mike. Following the Priests Way to Worth Matravers Lisa then wends her way back to Swanage via Winspit, Dancing Ledge and Durlston.
Durdle Door to Ringstead on the Jurassic Coast
A longer route than most on Isle Walk Purbeck but a unique route encompassing the world famous arch at Durdle Door and the spectacular chalk cliffs towards Ringstead Bay.
Kimmeridge Bay and Houns Tout from Swyre Head
Coastal and rugged, this challenging walk from Swyre Head to Kimmeridge and back along the cliff path to Houns Tout is breathtaking and brilliant. Enjoy the panoramic views towards the Isle of Portland and stop off at the delightful Clavell's Cafe in Kimmeridge, before heading back along the coast path and the steep ascent of Houns Tout.
“Now shall I walk or shall I ride?
'Ride,' Pleasure said;
'Walk,' Joy replied.”
W H Davies