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Durlston Bay
Bay
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Durlston Bay (also known as Durdlestone Bay) is a small bay next to a country park of the same name, just south of the resort of Swanage, on the Isle of Purbeck in Dorset, England. It has been a renowned site for Lower Cretaceous fossils since the initial discovery of fragments there by Samuel Beckles in the 1850s.
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Weather at Durlston Bay
48°F, Patchy rain nearby · H 51° / L 48° · 91% chance of rain3-day forecast
H: 51° L: 48°
Patchy rain nearby
48°
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Feels like 45°
Precipitation
91%
Humidity
85%
Wind
7 mph
UV Index
0
Weather notes:
🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
50°
3 AM
49°
6 AM
50°
9 AM
50°
12 PM
49°
3 PM
50°
6 PM
50°
9 PM
48°
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Durlston Bay?
- Durlston Bay is a bay in South West England.
- Can you swim at Durlston Bay?
- There is no fixed answer for Durlston Bay: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Durlston Bay in South West England. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
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Location & Contact
South West England
💡 Best times & visiting tips
- ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
- ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
- ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
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