Small enclosed cove surrounded by spectacular rocky cliffs, showcasing thousands of years of geological activity in one place. The viewpoint on the clifftop gives a good perspective, but to fully appreciate the rocks it's a moderately challenging scramble down the bank. The rock formations on display here are some of the UK's finest, with incredible folded layers of rock, archways and blowholes in the cliff. It's a must see if you're walking the coast path between Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door. There are comprehensive visitor facilities at Lulworth Cove, including a café, gift shop and toilets. Plenty of parking is available at a minimum £10 charge for 4 hours. It may seem steep but there's plenty to fill that time between here and...
Read moreThis is a fascinating natural feature located near Lulworth Cove on the Jurassic Coast. This geological wonder is known for its dramatic rock formations, sea caves, and blowholes, which have been carved out by the power of the sea over thousands of years.
The view from the top is breathtaking, offering a glimpse of the layers of ancient rock that make this area so unique. It's a great spot for geology enthusiasts, photographers, and anyone who appreciates the raw beauty of nature.
Although it's a small site, Stair Hole's rugged landscape and striking features make it a must-see when visiting the...
Read moreThe rocks here are sedimentary, and, as you might expect, they once lay in nice, neat, horizontal layers made up of hard limestone alternating with soft mudstone.
The Crumple was produced when the tectonic plates carrying Europe and Africa crashed into one another about 65 million years ago. The force of the impact folded up parts of the land to form the Alps and the Pyrenees after a fashion that was not totally dissimilar to the way in which a car hood - or bonnet, as we like to call them in England - will bend in a...
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