Nearby

Coombe Keynes is an excellent base for exploring Dorset and the surrounding Purbeck area, with its magnificent unspoilt coastline, clean beaches and coastal walks.

We are in close proximity to many attractions like Lulworth Castle, Bovington Tank Museum, Monkey World, Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door. Along the coast to the West there is Weymouth & Portland (venue for the 2012 Olympic sailing events).

There is certainly something for everyone! Please see the links below for more information:

Historic houses and castles - Athelhampton and Kingston Lacy.
Leisure pursuits - Golf, walking, horse riding, cycling, sea kayaking, bird watching, clay shooting, boat trips, fishing, water sports...
Literary connections with Thomas Hardy, TE Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia) and others...
Bovington Tank Museum
Lulworth Castle
Purbeck District Council

Jurassic Coast Info
Overview of Durdle Door coastal area
Lulworth Cove based sea kayak tours
Chesil Beach & the Isle of Portland
Horse Riding
Purbeck Shooting School
Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre
Corfe Castle
Swanage Steam Railway