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Sunday, 14 June 2015
Saturday, 13 June 2015
Lulworth Cove
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We took a trip to Lulworth Cove whilst on holiday in Bournemouth. It is absolutely beautiful location, we walked over the hill to see Durdle Door and I'd seen one guide which suggested that this walk - is a == "strenuous walk."
They weren't kidding actually - don't do this unless you are reasonably fit. It may only be a mile, but the hill is very steep and the stone steps, where they exist - are really slippery, having been worn away by thousands of footsteps. In other places, the path is stony and so it is easy to slip. Don't attempt this in flip-flops!However, having said all this - it is worth going! Fab! It is a phenomenal piece of geology to see, breathtaking(!) and the waves are amazing!
Being a coastal area it's always worth being prepared for it to be windy and if it is sunny, warm day - take plenty of water as once you leave Lulworth Cove the nearest place to get a drink is to go back the way you've come.
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website map:
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See the detailed walk directions.
This walk can take much longer than expected as there is so much to see and enjoy. Allow time to explore the Heritage Centre, Lulworth Cove and surrounding area, then maybe spend some time on the beach near Durdle Door.
Please check our walk preparation guide.
Find accommodation near this walk with bedsearcher.
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http://walks4softies.co.uk/Jwa05/Lulworth/Walk1/index.html
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Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove set in the timeless and stunning Jurassic Coast - this gem of a bay is a great place. It can get very busy during holiday times but out of those or towards the end of the day you can enjoy the cove in some relative peace and quiet and admire this natural spectacular scenery and sunsets on the coast.
We enjoyed a local produce Dorset ice cream from the delicious ice cream shop located on the roundabout at the top of approach road.
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crime...
Although many people may not want to admit it, there are still
dangerous high crime in Bournemouth city that make very dangerous for the average citizen to live in.
Many different factors can contribute to making certain city dangerous to live or work in. There can be issues with drug addicts, homeless, armed robberies, lack of police funding, gang related violence and much more that contributes to the lack of safety within city limits.
Those pictures were taking by me from 'roundhouse' hotel window, an yearly morning - robbery and assault at bus stop.
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Bournemouth, on balance and relative to many other places in UK, is not so bad, this city has a split personality: it wants to present its self as a clean, sunny and family oriented place with values, but it's sometimes very unfriendly, unwelcoming & very dangerous and a bit rough...
Stay safe and sound!
dangerous high crime in Bournemouth city that make very dangerous for the average citizen to live in.
Many different factors can contribute to making certain city dangerous to live or work in. There can be issues with drug addicts, homeless, armed robberies, lack of police funding, gang related violence and much more that contributes to the lack of safety within city limits.
Those pictures were taking by me from 'roundhouse' hotel window, an yearly morning - robbery and assault at bus stop.
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Bournemouth, on balance and relative to many other places in UK, is not so bad, this city has a split personality: it wants to present its self as a clean, sunny and family oriented place with values, but it's sometimes very unfriendly, unwelcoming & very dangerous and a bit rough...
Stay safe and sound!
Friday, 12 June 2015
Bournemouth, Weymouth and Swanage
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Strolling along the sun-licked promenade of Bournemouth beach it’s easy to get lost in the majesty of a glorious summer day – but what more do you need to know about Bournemouth beachfront?
Bournemouth’s coastline, in the natural beauty of Dorset, is the focal point of a Victorian obsession with the “Great British summer“. From 1889 and onwards tourists have flocked to Bournemouth which is entwined with a history which can bamboozle and wow.
Put away your bucket and spade and stop digging, we have the Top Ten need-to-know facts:
1 – The Beach Polo Championship 2013 will be held at Sandbanks on the beachfront, in high-intensity equine action on Bournemouth sands.
2 – Beach Hut #2359 is the oldest hut, dating back to 1909.
3 – Of the 2000 (approx.) huts on Bournemouth sands 70% of them are privately owned.
4 – The first house in Bournemouth was built in 1810 by a man named Tregonwell, who was persuaded to settle here by his wife’s love of the Bournemouth coast.
5 – The first local train station was Boscombe in 1897, and kick-started Bournemouth’s beach tourism trade.
6 – The population of Bournemouth in 1901 was 51,000 – the council puts the current figure at 183,500.
7 – The tourism traffic each year, however, is thought to stand at 4.7 million people
8 – Electric trams ran through the town centre during the early 20th century, funnelling tourists about the town.
9 – 16th August 1947 saw the highest record temperature in Bournemouth of 33.9°C
10 – Poole Harbour is the second largest natural harbour in the world, the largest is Sydney.
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The day we visited Weymouth beach was supposed to be one of the hottest of our journey, but sadly turned out to be cloudy, so we had to enjoy the sun in between the clouds.
Weymouth beach itself was clean, tractor clears the beach every morning, very soft to the right gradually changing to pebbles, very shallow and crystal clear water and there are lots food and beverage stands along the front and also the usual seaside attractions - donkeys, funfair etc...
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Strolling along the sun-licked promenade of Bournemouth beach it’s easy to get lost in the majesty of a glorious summer day – but what more do you need to know about Bournemouth beachfront?
Bournemouth’s coastline, in the natural beauty of Dorset, is the focal point of a Victorian obsession with the “Great British summer“. From 1889 and onwards tourists have flocked to Bournemouth which is entwined with a history which can bamboozle and wow.
Put away your bucket and spade and stop digging, we have the Top Ten need-to-know facts:
1 – The Beach Polo Championship 2013 will be held at Sandbanks on the beachfront, in high-intensity equine action on Bournemouth sands.
2 – Beach Hut #2359 is the oldest hut, dating back to 1909.
3 – Of the 2000 (approx.) huts on Bournemouth sands 70% of them are privately owned.
4 – The first house in Bournemouth was built in 1810 by a man named Tregonwell, who was persuaded to settle here by his wife’s love of the Bournemouth coast.
5 – The first local train station was Boscombe in 1897, and kick-started Bournemouth’s beach tourism trade.
6 – The population of Bournemouth in 1901 was 51,000 – the council puts the current figure at 183,500.
7 – The tourism traffic each year, however, is thought to stand at 4.7 million people
8 – Electric trams ran through the town centre during the early 20th century, funnelling tourists about the town.
9 – 16th August 1947 saw the highest record temperature in Bournemouth of 33.9°C
10 – Poole Harbour is the second largest natural harbour in the world, the largest is Sydney.
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The day we visited Weymouth beach was supposed to be one of the hottest of our journey, but sadly turned out to be cloudy, so we had to enjoy the sun in between the clouds.
Weymouth beach itself was clean, tractor clears the beach every morning, very soft to the right gradually changing to pebbles, very shallow and crystal clear water and there are lots food and beverage stands along the front and also the usual seaside attractions - donkeys, funfair etc...
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