what to shoot in the isle of purbeck

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hi all

im off to the isle of purbeck (dorset) in a couple of weeks and would like some idea's of what to shoot i have trips planned to durdle door and kimmeridge bay lined up but are there any hidden gems i should add to the list im staying in west lulworth

thanking you in advance
 
Hi Michael. Right, where do I start ? First thing, the Army. They have a few firing ranges in the area so some locations may be out of bounds. Best to check the Firing times.
http://www.mod.uk/DefenceInternet/A...AccessRecreation/SouthWest/LulworthRanges.htm

Ok. Where to go. Personally I find, (Durdle Door excepted), from Lulworth the east of the Purbecks more interesting.

Tyneham. a derelict village commandeered by the army in WW2. Never given back!! It is in the firing ranges so check its opening times.

There is a great walk from Kimmeridge to Gad Cliff. Stunning views both towards the sea and into land.

The village of Kingston is worth a visit, magnificent church, good pub with an outlook over the vale towards Corfe Castle. From the village there is a walk to Chapmans Pool. A small bay with lots of fossils embedded in the shale.

Another village, Worth Matravers is very nice, pretty, little cottages and a very good pub. There are walks from here down to the sea, Seacombe Cliffs and Winspit. Fantastic locations when theres a storm on.

Swanage is a nice little unspoilt resort. Swanage pier is always being photographed. Take a steam train from here up to Corfe Castle and get up on the hills overlooking Corfe.

There is so much to do, you`ll not be disappointed. :clap:

Cheers Gary
 
In addition to endorseing what has already been said, Portland and Weymouth are worth a visit.

Morton Church has some impressive etched glass which is different, it also is near the grave of Lawrence of Arabia. There is also a good tea room here.

There are also loads of nature, photography opertunties in Dorset, do you have any particular photograpic interests.
 
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