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The Jurassic Coast Trust team are always busy, working to protect and conserve the UNESCO World Heritage Site. We would like to provide you with regular updates on our ongoing work. Read the latest here. 

The patrons, trustees and staff of the Jurassic Coast Trust extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Professor Denys Brunsden, affectionately known as the ‘father of the Jurassic Coast’.

The Finalists have been announced for this year’s Dorset Tourism Awards which will be presented in Weymouth Pavilion on 1 February 2024.

With an abundance of coastal walks, the Jurassic Coast is a great place to walk your dog, but what about visiting the beaches? Not every beach is welcoming all year around, some have restrictions and others are happy for you and your furry friends to enjoy to their heart’s content!

Here are some of our top suggestions for dog friendly beaches to explore in 2024.

The National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) has become an official ‘Coast Path Passport’ stamping point partner, working with the charity which cares for the UK’s longest and most popular National Trail, the South West Coast Path.

Of course we’re biased and think you should spend all your time exploring the Jurassic Coast, but if you’re sat at home wondering what adventures to plan for 2024, here are some of our top reasons why you should visit the Jurassic Coast over the next 12 months.

Join our team and help us protect England’s only Natural World Heritage Site!

We are looking for a dynamic, motivated, and enthusiastic…

Community Fundraising and Volunteer Manager

You might think the best time to visit the coast is the summer, but just because the sun has left us for a few months doesn’t mean that you have to stay home. It isn’t just about relaxing on the beaches, there are plenty of reasons to visit the Jurassic Coast during the winter months – here are some of the things you can expect to enjoy on the coast in December.

The Jurassic Coast Trust is lucky to have a great team of volunteers and ambassadors who readily give up their time to support us over a huge range of fundraising activities. From running guided walks to helping at Dinosaur Sleepovers they are always there, cheerful and friendly, engaging people with the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. 

This time of year is one of the best times to visit the Jurassic Coast and explore the various coastal walks that can be found there. The landscape takes on a whole different atmosphere in the winter, giving it an almost mystical feel. If you fancy seeing a new side to the Jurassic Coast, try out some of these popular walks.