~ The official tourism website for the pretty Saxon riverside town of Wareham in Dorset;
the ideal holiday base to explore and experience Purbeck and the Jurassic Coast ~
~ The official tourism website to the ancient Saxon riverside town of Wareham in Dorset; the ideal base to explore and experience Purbeck and the Jurassic Coast ~
- "Love Wareham! It has been included in our Dorset holiday for years"
- “I do visit Wareham whenever I can, it’s my happy place, the jewel in Dorset’s crown!”
- “Can't wait to visit your beautiful town again next Spring”
- “Perfect spot for all south Dorset attractions”
- “So much history in one town!”
– Quotes from Visit Wareham facebook page
A town for all seasons!
Welcome to Wareham! We have loads of useful and interesting information for your holiday or visit to Wareham in Dorset…
Find out about the amazing history of our Saxon walled town or read our guide to the many places to explore in and around Wareham. We also have some great ideas for places to visit and things to do nearby in Purbeck, and the Jurassic Coast.
Check out our list of local events happening near Wareham and Purbeck – updated weekly! Perfect for planning your holiday to Wareham in advance of your arrival!
We also have a selection of places to stay from quirky, independent hotels, to cosy bed and breakfasts or scenic, rural campsites.
And to make your holiday or visit to Wareham complete we also have our popular guide to the many fantastic places to eat, in and around Wareham, as well as a guide to our local shops including a fantastic range of good quality, independent retailers.
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Food & Drink
Things to do
Shopping
What's on
Accommodation
What's on around Wareham and Purbeck!
Events this Autumn!
What’s On in and around Wareham?
Calendar of events
Bournemouth: Arts by the Sea
Bournemouth, Dorset,BH1
Poole Museum: Hardy’s Wessex Exhibition
Poole Quay Poole BH15 1BW
Dorset Wildlife Trust Wild Seas Centre: High and Dry Art Exhibition
Kimmeridge Bay, Kimmeridge, WAREHAM, Dorset BH20 5PF
Official Visitor Guides OUT NOW!
AVAILABLE NOW from the new Visit Wareham Visitor Centre at the Not Just Sundaes Community Cafe, Trinity Church, South St.
Or find them in Wareham at Wareham Town Museum. Wareham Library, Antelope Inn, Garden Gate Tea Room, Duke of Wellington, The Bear Hotel, Harry’s Cafe, Horse and Groom, Creative Gallery, Purbeck Artisan Yard, The Italian Bakery.
