Wareham attractions
... there's something for everyone!
It’s no wonder that thousands choose beautiful Wareham as their preferred holiday destination: it’s got something for everyone. Wareham isn’t just a gateway to the Isle of Purbeck, it is one of the most beautiful, and ancient, riverside towns in the country. There’s so much to enjoy in Wareham itself. Here’s our guide to Wareham’s attractions…
There’s so much around Wareham for you to visit and enjoy – a 1000 years of places !
Wareham has plenty to offer, from boat hire and riverside walks to retail therapy!
Places to visit
Swanage Railway
Located a short drive from Wareham, the Swanage Railway is the perfect place to enjoy …
Wild Woodbury
A 170 hectares of former agricultural land acquired by Dorset Wildlife Trust in 2021 just …
The Rex Cinema
The Rex has been showing films since the 1920’s, it is one of the oldest …
Kilwood Nature Reserve
A few miles outside Wareham, you will find this wonderful nature reserve managed by Dorset …
Wareham Quay River Cruises
Hear the colourful history of Saxon Wareham with a 40 minute river cruise. Travel up …
Arne RSPB Nature Reserve
Set against the backdrop of Poole Harbour the 565 hectares of Arne is famous for …
Holme for Gardens
Landscaped Gardens, Cafe, Farm Shop and Garden Centre Holme is a family business. More than …
Clouds Hill
A tiny isolated cottage in the heart of Dorset which Lawrence furnished to his own …
Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door
Lulworth is world famous for its unique geology and landforms. A UNESCO World Heritage Site …
Stonehill Down Nature Reserve
Nextdoor to Kilwood is Stonehill Down nature reserve with its stunning views across Purbeck, also …
Purbeck Park
Located in the centre of the Isle of Purbeck in Dorset, Purbeck Park is a …
Wareham Boat Hire
Offering self drive motor boats, kayaks, canoes, rowing boats, boat trips and stand up paddle …
Birdlife at Middlebere
Middlebere is one of the harbour’s premier birding sites, offering a stunning variety of birds, …
Lulworth Castle
Built in the 17th century, this magnificent building is steeped in history. Originally built as …
