Holidaying in Dorset #2

Here is the second part of our Dorset holiday album. We set off very early in the morning (as Zachary was up early and we thought we'd make the most of it). After a short walk down the cliff path, we arrived at Durdle door. It was only 8.30am, but already it was starting to feel very warm.

Zachary enjoys the view

Then onward we went to Lulworth Cove, enjoying a stroll along the cliff walk until the route descended to the beach below. Lulworth Cove is a famous Dr Who location, where they filmed 'The Curse of Fenric'.

Stopping for a view of the boats; Zachary with his protective sunshade as he refused to wear a hat

We had to walk down a lot of steps to get the best view of the cove

We then visited Lulworth Castle which unfortunately was gutted by fire but the ground floor has been renovated and made it into a museum. We climbed to the top of one of the towers to see the wonderful 360⁰ view. 

 

Walking in the gardens (sweltering!)

We finished the day with a trip to the beach. Zachary had never been in the sea before and he didn't like it much. He didn't mind the sand too much but eventually decided he didn't like that, either. 

Zachary claps for Mummy while she goes in for a swim

A lovely wander along the seafront

Zachary always screams for ice cream

The following day we travelled to Corfe Castle on the Isle of Purbeck. We attempted to follow a walking route but got lost and turned back towards the castle. We climbed up the hill and wandered around the ruins, enjoying the stunning views from the top.

Lost in a graveyard!

Halfway up - nearly there!

We later followed a more reliable walk along the coastal path to Old Harry Rocks, which glistened beautifully amidst the deep blue ocean. 

Satisfied after a long walk in the heat

The next day we journeyed to Winchester to visit some of Swithun's relatives but we made the most of the trip and also had a look around the centre of the city. 

An old archway at the top of the High Street

We attempted a visit to the Great Hall, but Pinewood studios were filming 'Posh', so we couldn't go in

Cooling off at Winchester Cathedral

Swithun finds his favourite part of Winchester

We had a lovely meal with Ann and Gerald, then enjoyed a relaxing afternoon at their house with good conversation, tea and cakes. 

Zachary snuggles up in the middle