Dorset Popular Attractions

If you're looking to take a trip away from your caravan park, then take a look at some of the popular visitor attractions Dorset has to offer.

MONKEY WORLD - APE RESCUE CENTRE

Dorset is home to Monkey World, which although provides a really exciting day out for the many visitors, more importantly it provides an invaluable rescue service for primates across the world who have been the victims of abuse, neglect or even illegal trading, rest assured therefore when you visit that you will be helping a very worthy cause. That aside you will have many enjoyable memories to take away with you, including no doubt some very amusing stories – monkeys can be very naughty and are not known for respectable behaviour! A trip to Monkey world is very informative and educational, you will see for yourself how well they are cared for by the keepers and undoubtedly you will want to visit again and again. www.monkeyworld.org

WEYMOUTH SEA LIFE PARK & MARINE SANCTUARY

Don’t forget to make a visit to Weymouth SEA LIFE Adventure Park & Marine Sanctuary when you come to Dorset. You will see all different varieties of marine wildlife and will have the rare opportunity to view the tropical Shark Nursery with more shark’s than you can shake a stick at. There are informative talks, opportunities to visit the seal sanctuary and see a wide variety of other animals such as penguins, otters, turtles and not forgetting the National Seahorse Breeding and Conservation Centre. When you have exhausted all the available marine life exhibitions then it will be time to experience the latest addition to the Park namely the exhilarating Adventure Island ride. Visit website.

CORFE CASTLE

If you do nothing else when you visit Dorset then you must at least visit Corfe Castle. This 1,000 year old castle is all but a ruin but is still a true destination and once you have visited and experienced the thrill of climbing these ancient battlement walls you will be provided with memories of the stunning panoramic scenery and of the deep sense of following the historical footsteps of millions of others before you. There are still parts still standing, dungeons to explore, arrow-slit windows to look through and walls to climb, giving a true taste of life from a bygone age. Visit website.

SWANAGE RAILWAY

If you have already taken the opportunity to visit Corfe Castle you will have seen the Swanage Railway in action, views from the Castle encompass parts of the railway track and so a common sight is the steam train chugging along in the distance. This is one of the remaining few standard gauge steam railways that are still operating, and the Swanage Railway wends its merry way through the Isle of purbeck from Swanage to Purbeck to the delight of the many travellers. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience something really extra special - take advantage of the Swanage Railways dining services, you can enjoy a 5 course meal on The Wessex Belle, now that is something that you won’t do everyday! www.swanagerailway.co.uk

ATHELHAMPTON HOUSE & GARDENS

If you enjoy visiting historic houses and beautiful gardens then you will really appreciate a trip to Athelhampton House & Gardens. This beautiful 15th century house delivers everything that you would expect, spectacular interiors and furnishings, antiques and delightful paintings, but added to this delightful package is the amazing gardens with the topiary tree pyramids, pavilions, fountains, walled gardens and original 15th Century Dovecote. There is a gift shop to purchase that memento of your visit, the Topiary Restaurant for lunch and refreshments and a carvery on Sunday’s in the Long Hall. Don’t forget to visit the gardens so that you can go on the River Walk along the River Piddle.www.athelhampton.co.uk

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