WORTH MATRAVERS

Charm, Coastline, and Countryside Combined

Worth Matravers is a small village, located south of Corfe Castle. It is well-known for its beautiful duck pond, stunning walks to the Jurassic Coast, the Square and Compass pub and of course, Woodhenge.

This area is very popular for walking and a number of our walking trails pass through or near Worth Matravers. From Worth you can stroll along the path towards winspit caves and dancing ledge. You can also walk along the coastal path to Swanage or Lulworth. The ‘Smugglers Ways’ begins at Worth Matravers and then travels down to the coast path and back again to visit where smugglers were known to bring their goods ashore.

THINGS TO DO

Chapmans Pool

Chapmans Pool

Chapmans Pool is one of the lesser known and prettiest beaches, it is a scramble down into the cove where there is a rocky beach, the perfect spot to rest for the climb back up! The closest parking place is Renscombe car park (1 mile). It is lacking the amenities.

Winspit Cave

Winspit Cave

Winspit is a disused quarry on the cliffs near Worth Matravers. Until around 1940 Winspit was used as a stone quarry, the stone was highly prized and used in various prestigious buildings in London. Some of the caverns are still open to the public but many have been closed for safety and to protect the Mouse-eared and Greater horseshoe bat. Winspit offers fantastic views and a small beach that's good for swimming.

St Aldhelm's Chapel

St Aldhelm's Chapel

St Aldhelm’s Chapel stands south of Worth Matravers village and dates back to the thirteenth century. The striking chapel is a square shape and is unusually aligned, with its corners not walls, facing the four compass points. The chapel is at the end of a farm track near the coastguard station south of Renscombe Farm, and can only be reached on foot. It rises 354 feet above the rocky shore below.

WALKS AND NATURE SPOTS

Chapmans Pool

St Aldhelms Head

St Aldhelms Chapel

Seacombe & Winspit

Smugglers Way

EVENTS AND FESTIVALS

LIVE MUSIC EVENTS AT SQUARE & COMPASS

LIVE MUSIC EVENTS AT SQUARE & COMPASS

PROPERTIES IN/AROUND WORTH MATRAVERS

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Stone cottage with blue windows and door, adorned with red and green climbing plants, set against a clear blue sky and lush green lawn.

One London Row

Worth Matravers
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One London Row is a character 2 bedroom cottage which sleeps 4 plus there is a sofa bed in the sun room which can sleep 2. The cottage is located in the idyllic village of Worth Matravers, a perfect retreat for couples and families wanting to explore this beautiful area, with many stunning walks from the front door.

Charming stone cottage with a green door, white-framed windows, and a small patio set in a grassy yard, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.

The Thatch

Worth Matravers
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Tucked away in the idyllic village of Worth Matravers, The Thatch is a charming studio-style cottage perfect for couples seeking a peaceful Dorset escape. Just steps from the village green and duck pond, and a short drive to Swanage and Corfe Castle, it’s an ideal base for exploring coastal paths and to soak up the tranquillity of the picturesque Worth Matravers.

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