The Natural World Heritage Site, the only one of its kind in England, covers around 95 miles of stunningly beautiful coast
and is rich in geological importance, which represents 185 million years of earth history. It displays not just superb Jurassic, but older Triassic and younger Cretaceous rocks too.
This international recognition, which many agree is long-awaited and much deserved, places the coastline alongside some of the most famous and familiar names in the world such as the Great Barrier Reef, the Great Wall of China, the Galapagos Islands, the Acropolis and the Taj Mahal.
Many sections of this coast and countryside have already been nominated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Sites of Special Scientific Interest or Heritage Sites and the wealth of wildlife here is widely recognised.
Along the Jurassic Coast you may spot dolphins dancing in the waves; basking sharks out in the deeper water, not to mention the hundreds of different types of birds that have made this place their home.
And the beauty of the area is no secret - people have been visiting this part of the country and enjoying all it can offer for centuries.
This has led to a wide range of holiday and visitor opportunities, with the World Heritage Coast providing something here for everyone - and for once this cliché is true. Please see the coastal videos linked to our website.
For those seeking peace and quiet then the countryside awaits you, with its rolling green hills and pretty villages offering great walks as you explore the countryside, plus some lovely country pubs and lots of restaurants to refresh you.
While visiting this internationally acclaimed coastline and its countryside, there are many quality visitor attractions for you to explore. These include ancient castles, gardens, bird sanctuaries, animal rescue centres, aquariums, heritage railways, historic buildings and museums plus boat trips along the coast so you can see for yourself what all the fuss is about. And if you enjoy walking the South West Coast Path covers all 95 miles so you will not miss a thing!
As you explore the Jurassic Coast you will see for yourself why this internationally important place has become England's first natural World Heritage Site.
We are proud to be involved with the Jurassic Coast Trust which was founded in 2002 after our local coastline was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is the only natural phenomenon in England to achieve this status. The Trust focuses on conservation and helping people understand and enjoy the coast’s fascinating geology. 
We add a donation per week for hire bookings and per night for touring / camping bookings. 100% of all donations go directly to the Jurassic Coast Trust. We stress that this is an entirely voluntary donation and if you would like the donation removed for whatever reason please do not hesitate to ask. Click here to learn more about the Jurassic Coast Trust.