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12 Weymouth WeymouthTHE ALL NEW CRITERION Stroll along the picturesque harbour which boasts pubs, MobilityRESTAURANT RUDEi 18 restaurants and of course the ever – alluring fish and chip shops or Ship To NOT TO 10 visit the sandy beach where you can find sailing, walking, eating and drinking and so much more. With its fine Georgian seafront Shore Post Office and palm trees the views from the bay are quite spectacular 06 stretching along the World Heritage Jurassic Coast. 13 07 03 Weymouth i 04 Sands20 09 Bed & Breakfast08 17 Map of Weymouth LOTS TO SEE AND DO 11
WEYMOUTH HAS IT ALL 02 With many events cancelled this year why not take the opportunity to enjoy 15 some of the other things Weymouth has to offer. A walk along the esplanade down to Overcombe or a stroll along the harbour and down to stone pier with 05 a spot of crabbing along the way. A chance to take in the wonderful scenery 14 or maybe take to the water for a swim or to enjoy the variety of i Tourist Information Point watersports on offer
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Abbotsbury Wareham DISCOVER Weymouth 33 Studland Corfe Castle 22 Portland Swanage Portland 25 26 The unique nature of the isle of Portland Many sporting events are held on Portland, means that, while it is connected to the such as the Round the Rock 10km, where mainland by a scenic causeway, it is the runners challenge themselves with the steep perfect escape from everyday hustle and gradient of this tilted table of limestone. bustle. Quarrying is still an industry on Portland and Made up of Chiswell, Fortuneswell, the stone is highly valued. It has been used in Castletown, Southwell and Easton, each area 23 many London landmarks, including St Paul’s of this small island-just four and a half miles long and one and three quarter miles wide- Cathedral and the National Gallery. has something different to offer. Shoppers will be intrigued by the range of 28 Walkers revel in and around the island coast independent shops on offer in Easton. path. Take the scenic stretch leading to the With many of them dotted around Easton most southerly point of the island at Portland Square, the colourful backdrop of Easton Bill, where you will see the famous lighthouse Square Gardens offers a perfect outdoor spot and two lesser known lighthouses. 33 for relaxation after a shopping session. 27 Or you can walk along the old Portland railway from Castletown to Fortuneswell and Portland is rife with history. Look out for pirate reward yourself with breathtaking views of graves as you make your way to Church Ope 29 32 Chesil Beach from the Heights viewpoint after Cove, often thought to be the island’s most the steep climb. scenic bay.
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D-Day GREAT PLACES TO VISIT AND EXPLORE JurassicCOAST Museum 31 SOUTH DORSET & THE JURASSIC COAST
A World Heritage site stretching from Exmouth in East Devon to Studland bay in Dorset covering a distance of 96 miles, The Jurassic Coast is a World Heritage Site of truly stunning coastline. Hunt for fossils, visit a museum or take in the amazing scenery on a walk, there is plenty to do when visiting the area. The Jurassic Coast road goes from Weymouth to Bridport with amazing views over Adventure in Weymouth and Portland the countryside and coast. Further inland there are quaint villages and the county town of TAKE A CHALLENGE OR ENTER A LOCAL SPORTS EVENT Dorchester to explore
For land lovers we have it all! Cycling road and off-road, adventure walking, paragliding and rock climbing. Experience it all within the magnificent Dorset countryside and stunning World Heritage Jurassic Coastline.
30 A perfect location to Want to get your feet wet? enjoy your favourite Experience sailing, activity, learn a new wind-sailing, paddleboarding challenge or enter and kayaking with many Map of Portland some of the many facilities, courses, local sports events. Supplied by Weymouth & Portland Borough Council equipment and advice to suit all abilitites.