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Durdle Door

Lulworth

A natural limestone arch on the Dorset coast near West Lulworth, on land managed by the Lulworth Estate. The sea cut through the Portland limestone about 10,000 years ago.

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Where to stay

  • West LulworthVillage nearest the arch
  • WarehamTown about 20 minutes away by car
  • DorchesterCounty town about 30 minutes away by car
  • WeymouthSeaside town about 35 minutes away by car
  • SwanageSeaside town about 45 minutes away by car

Getting there

  • Sat nav postcode for Durdle Door is BH20 5PU, West Lulworth
  • Durdle Door car park takes cars and motorbikes only; coaches can unload but not park
  • Lulworth Cove car park takes cars, motorbikes and coaches
  • A cliff path leads down to Durdle Door beach
TipDo not enter the sea-carved caves at the base of the cliffs, because cliff falls are common. Beach access is not permitted after 9pm or dusk, and some paths are steep and occasionally unstable, so wear sensible footwear.

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Questions people ask

Where is the best place to stay near Durdle Door?

West Lulworth: Village nearest the arch. Wareham: Town about 20 minutes away by car. Dorchester: County town about 30 minutes away by car. Weymouth: Seaside town about 35 minutes away by car. Swanage: Seaside town about 45 minutes away by car.

How do I get to Durdle Door?

Sat nav postcode for Durdle Door is BH20 5PU, West Lulworth. Durdle Door car park takes cars and motorbikes only; coaches can unload but not park. Lulworth Cove car park takes cars, motorbikes and coaches. A cliff path leads down to Durdle Door beach.

Any tips for visiting Durdle Door?

Do not enter the sea-carved caves at the base of the cliffs, because cliff falls are common. Beach access is not permitted after 9pm or dusk, and some paths are steep and occasionally unstable, so wear sensible footwear.

Which airport is closest to Durdle Door?

The nearest airport on this site is Bournemouth Airport, about 21 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.