Walked here from Swanage as far as the castle & lighthouse yesterday and it was a beautiful crisp, clear day which enabled great views out to see & the isle of Wight in the distance. Interesting bird life with a variety of sea birds & the park even has its own learning centre which had a star gazing evening open to all tonight. Great way to spend an afternoon. Will definitely return to discover more on our next visit

Durlston Country Park lies on the South West Coastal Path making it very easy to access. There's also parking. We visited during a short holiday in Swanage and loved our time there. There's plenty to see and the cafe offered a good range of food and drinks.

This is so well done. There is something for everyone. We walked from Swanage via the coastal path and Peveril point. The exhibition shows information regarding the history of the building and what you are able to see on your visit. The cafe/restaurant is also of a very high standard. The fish and chips are excellent, especially after a long walk!

The views from the restaurant are just amazing. Friendly,efficient staff and thoroughly recommend the Gluten Free Vegetarian breakfast, such a treat for a Coeliac! Lots of options for non Coeliacs too. Helpful staff in the gift shop also. It was so fab we had two visits to Seventh Wave restaurant and Durlston, just a perfect place..

An excellent and an inexpensive introduction to the Jurassic Coast. Descend from the Car Park to the Castle. Free entry, information and maps. There was an art exhibition, a short film on local fossil finds, a lovely multi screen film on coastal nature. There is a good cafe with daily specials. It leads out onto a variety of marked walking trails. You only have to pay for time spent in the Car Park.

This was an amazing place - so unexpected. Everything took our breath away - the views, the birds and the wildlife in general. The Information Centre manned by volunteers was so helpful. Buy a Trail Pack for £2 and take whatever trail you fancy. We did three trails. All the trails had information boards, and we learned a lot on each trail we took. There were plenty of benches too, and you can hire a mobility scooter if you have any difficulty or tiredness in walking. All this, and it is entirely FREE! You just have to pay in the car park. The Castle cafe which is called Seventh Wave Restaurant was also excellent. Something for everyone. We had lunch there and it was reasonably priced, nicely presented and delicious. My daughter is vegetarian and praised the quality and presentation of her meal. Would highly recommend. There was also an Art Exhibition downstairs & a video presentation of Sunrise to Sunset in every season at the park. A truly wonderful day at Durlston Country Park. Just go!

Wonderful place to visit, amazing views and walks around the castle. Reception staff were lovely and very helpful. Restaurant area had jaw dropping views and food was great. We had English breakfast.

Absolutely loved this place, you only need to post for car parking which is not expensive. The castle is lovely and very dog friendly, the staff in the shop and tea room after really nice. There are exhibitions in the castle which you can also take dogs in. The walk is beautiful and really well done, with a space themed walk around the castle leading to an impressive globe. The views are spectacular, especially on a clear sunny day. Get away from the masses and spend a few hours away from it all. Very peaceful, thanks for a great visit.