Countryside

Avon Heath, Durlston and Moors Valley country parks offer beautiful countryside and stunning views.

Beaches, harbours and quays. Information about walking dogs on Dorset's beaches and the Dorset Coast Forum.

Dorset is a beautiful county to explore at any time of year. With nationally important country parks and acres of woodland, heathland and grassland, there is something for everyone.

Dorset has many open spaces, ranging from allotments, beaches and gardens to country parks and recreation grounds.

We offer a wide range of tailor-made learning experiences at four diverse centres.

There are almost 3,000 miles of public rights of way in Dorset, made up of approximately 4,700 footpaths, 1,700 bridleways and 37 byways open to all traffic.

Educational resources available to teachers, families and individuals.

Dorset offers a unique variety and diversity of landscape and wildlife. To keep this landscape in good condition for wildlife and safe for you it has to be managed.

Important sites are often recognised by being given statutory protection.

Dorset's history and archaeology is rich and varied. There are may ways to explore and enjoy the county's spectacular historic environment and achieve careful and sensitive development within it.