Family Days out in Dorset

Dorset is the ideal holiday location whether you're young or simply young at heart. With beautiful gardens, golden beaches and exciting attractions Dorset has everything you need for a great break . Below are just a small selection of family attractions that are well worth adding to any holiday itinerary in Dorset.

Abbotsbury Swannery. Get up close and personal with the only colony of free flying mute swans in the World. A must at hatching time (May/June). B&B search>>	Avon Heath Country Park. Nearly 600 acres of heathland with Pine and Birch woodland. Great for walking and cycling and children oriented special events. B&B search>>
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve.Vast area of sandy beaches and heathland. A haven for rare birds and other native wildlife, embraces two national nature reserves. B&B search>>	Corfe Castle. Thousand-year-old castle rising above the Isle of Purbeck. Extensive country estate to discover and explore. B&B search>>
Farmer Palmer's Farm Park. An original dairy farm now especially designed for families with children 8 years and under. Facilities to encourage children to explore, learn and gain confidence in the fresh air B&B search>>	Swanage Railway. An award winning standard gauge preserved steam railway. Currently operates on the six miles of track between Swanage and Norden. B&B search>>
Brownsea Island. Peaceful island of woodland and heath with wide variety of wildlife. Fine walks and spectacular views of Poole Harbour B&B search>>	Lulworth Castle . Lulworth is most famous for its Cove, a natural horseshoe-shaped harbour. Nearby, the Lulworth Estate also has much to offer including a castle, park and farm. B&B search>>
Wimborne Model Town. Built well over 50 years ago, the superb 1/10th scale model allow you to get really close and even touch the buildings. Check out the minute detail of over 100 shop window displays. B&B search>>	Monkey World. Set amongst the woodland of Dorset lays 65 acres of sanctuary for over 150 primates. There are currently 56 chimpanzees at Monkey World, which makes it the largest group outside Africa. B&B search>>
Brewers Quay. This redeveloped Victorian brewery nestles a unique Shopping Village packed with specialist shops and attractions. Set within the historic Hope Square, alive with cafes, bars and bistros, Brewers Quay offers a unique experience for the whole family. B&B search>>	Tank museum. World's finest indoor collection of armoured fighting vehiclesincluding World War II tank. Action displays can be seen in the summer. B&B search>>
Oceanarium. Explore the secrets of the ocean in an adventure that will take you to some of the world's most amazing waters. B&B search>>	The Dorset Teddy Bear Museum. The Dorset Teddy Bear Museum, Dorchester's unmissable family museum, plus Teddy Bear House, a unique family house with people sized bears. B&B search>>

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Family Days out in Dorset

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