Dorset (Jurassic Coast), United Kingdom • English Channel

Durdle Door Beach

England's most famous natural wonder on the UNESCO Jurassic Coast, featuring a colossal 140-million-year-old limestone arch rising out of the sea.

Durdle Door Beach in Dorset (Jurassic Coast), United Kingdom

Photo: Saffron Blaze (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

Local Notes & Setting

  • Swim through the massive natural limestone arch on calm summer days
  • Walk along the cliff path to the perfectly circular sheltered cove of Lulworth Cove
  • Part of England's only natural UNESCO World Heritage Site with 185 million years of geological history

Water & Beach Specifications

Peak Summer Sea Temp 17.4°C (Peak Air: 21°C)
Monthly Sea Temps (May–Oct) May: 12.8°C · Jun: 15.2°C · Jul: 16.8°C · Aug: 17.4°C · Sep: 16.5°C · Oct: 14.6°C
Best Months June, July, August, September
Sand & Shoreline Pebbles / Shingle • Gradual Drop
Water Clarity Deep Azure (Clarity: 4.5/5 • Scenery: 4.15/5)
Daily Cost Guide €40/day (Sunbeds: €0)
Coordinates 50.6211°N, -2.2767°E

Explore complete 12-month NOAA climatology curves for this coastline in our United Kingdom Sea Temperature Guide →

Amenities

Watersports: Active
Naturist: Textile Only
Free Parking: Paid / Limited
Bathrooms: Available
Showers: None
Food / Tavernas: Available
Good for Kids: Safe Entry
Lifeguard: Unsupervised
Sunbed Rentals: None
Natural Shade: Exposed
Wheelchair Accessible: Inaccessible

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Dorset (Jurassic Coast), United Kingdom.

Frequently Asked Questions about Durdle Door Beach

What is the water temperature at Durdle Door Beach?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Durdle Door Beach averages 17.4°C (63°F), based on 30-year NOAA OISST satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Durdle Door Beach?

Durdle Door Beach is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Dorset (Jurassic Coast), United Kingdom.

Is Durdle Door Beach good for families with kids?

Yes, Durdle Door Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Durdle Door Beach?

Parking arrangements vary locally. Restroom facilities are present.

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