An Introduction to Purbeck's
Countryside
Purbeck offers you a unique
experience. Where else in the world can you see peregrines,
Lulworth skippers and early spider orchids? Unfortunately this
marvellous countryside is under pressure. Your help is needed to
ensure that you and future generations can continue to enjoy
it.
Did you know:
- Internationally important
fossils, including dinosaur footprints, have
been found in Purbeck?
- The butterfly called the Lulworth
skipper was first discovered near Durdle Door in
1832?
- Durlston is one of the best places in the
country to see Dolphins?
- The Purbeck heaths support more sand lizards
and smooth snakes than anywhere else in the country?
- The first records of little egrets
breeding in England were on Brownsea Island?
Use the links to the left of this page for more
information about the different
types of
landscape found in Purbeck,
places to visit and how to get there
by
public transport, plus
walking and
cycling
routes.
Pick up a copy of the Purbeck Countryside Guide at Purbeck
Information and Heritage Centre, South Street, Wareham Tel: 01929
552740 or email: tic@purbeck-dc.gov.uk.
Alternatively download a copy for free below.
Documents:
Contact Details:
To request a large text version of the guide contact the Purbeck
Heritage Assistant. Email: heritage@purbeck-dc.gov.uk. Tel:
01929 557237.