12 of the Best Beaches in Dorset for Families
Your guide to the best kid-friendly beaches in Dorset for families this summer – all with safe swimming and plenty of amenitites.
Emily is a Dorset-based travel writer and the author of Lonely Planet’s Devon & Cornwall guidebook. She's the founder of Dorset Travel Guide and loves sharing insider tips to help visitors explore her home county. Follow Emily’s Dorset adventures on TikTok.
Your guide to the best kid-friendly beaches in Dorset for families this summer – all with safe swimming and plenty of amenitites.
Your guide to the best sandy beaches in Dorset, England – with all the details you need to know about visiting. Written by a local!
A short guide to the nudist/naturist beaches on the Dorset coast. These discreet spots are perfect for clothing-optional sunbathing…
This short, fairly easy circular walk from Kingston takes you around Hounds Tout for stunning views of Chapman’s Pool.
A mostly easy, 6.2-mile circular walk from Kingston to Chapman’s Pool Beach via Encombe woods and Houns Tout.
This 4-mile circular walk around Portland Bill is a lovely, short coastal walk which takes in some of the key features of the area.
A complete directory of all museums and art galleries around Dorset, ordered by location – with a map.
A local’s guide to the best short, scenic walks in the Dorset countryside – all under 4 miles, and all offering beautiful views!
Discover the top attractions and things to do in Lulworth Cove, with insights from a local expert. The ultimate guide to exploring this coastal gem!
Explore Lulworth Cove on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast with insights from a local expert – your ultimate guide to this stunning coastal gem!
A quick look at the best free car parking options near Durdle Door (if you don’t mind a walk) – insider tips from a local.
Our in-depth guide to the car parking situation at Durdle Door – this is everything you need to know when planning your visit!