Swanage
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Swanage is a small seaside town situated in the south east of Dorset, England. The town is at the eastern end of the Isle of Purbeck, a peninsular that borders the English Channel.
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The town is accessible via road or train from Wareham or across the Sandbanks Ferry from Poole.
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Swanage is a popular tourist destination with award winning sandy beaches and beautiful countryside.
Swanage is also the first town at the eastern end of the Jurassic Coast, England's first world heritage site.
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Enjoy a meal in one of the many restaurants and cafes, have a drink in one of the local pubs or bars or shop in one of the businesses offering local food in the Isle of Purbeck.
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Ride the heritage railway with the 6 mile long line which joins Swanage, Herston Halt, Harmans Cross, Corfe Castle and Nordon Park & Ride, the railway follows the route of the old Purbeck line.
Noteable events include:
Swanage Carnival
Purbeck Arts Festival
Swanage Fish Festival
Check out Virtual Swanage for up to date info!
