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- With its iconic rock arch Durdle Door is one of Dorset's foremost landmarks
Studland Beach
Studland Beach is recognised as one of the finest beaches in UK. Clean, sandy, long, backing onto a Wildlife reserve, what more could you ask for?Weymouth Beach
Weymouth beach is a long, fine sandy beach that has been awarded the Blue Flag award on several occasionsSwanage Beach
Swanage Beach is a fine sandy beach that has been awarded Blue Flag status for its cleanliness and amenities
Boscombe Beach
Boscombe Beach is really a continuation of the beach at Bournemouth. Pretty much the same - clean, safe etc - but a little less crowded
Southbourne Beach
Southbourne Beach is a Blue Flag beach to the west of Christchurch. As you would expect it offers clean, safe bathing and all the family facilities
West Bay Beach
West Bay Beach is located next to a bustling harbour to which extends eastwards and westwardsSandbanks Beach
Sandbanks Beach is backed by some of the most expensive property in Europe, this may give an indication of the quality of the beach. Long, sandy and winner of numerous blue flag awardsAlum Chine Beach
Alum Chine is a Blue Flag beach so has a good range of facilities including huts, disabled access, children's play area and paddling poolAvon Beach
A beach resort situated in Christchurch on a 1/4 mile long section of beach. Facilities including cafe, shop, beach huts and a variety of beach and sports equipment available for hire.
Ringstead Bay
Ringstead Bay is a small shingle / sand cove with interest to geologists and fossil huntersMudeford Beach
Mudeford Beach is a narrow strip of sand guarding the entrance of Christchurch harbour. It is well known for its extrodinarily expensive beach huts
Highcliffe Beach
Highcliffe Beach is Dorset's first or last beach depending on how you look at it!
Branksome Chine
A wide, sandy beach backed by a promenade. All facilities including beach huts, shop, bar and restaurant. Good disabled access and a safe swim zone.
Canford Cliffs
One of Poole's more tranquil beaches. Wide and sandy, with toilets and an ice cream kiosk. Village shops half a mile away.