It's only slightly over one mile from the car park in Lulworth Cove to Durdle Door so it's still considered as an easy walk (2.1 miles in total, approximate walking time 1 hour 30 minutes but allow at least another hour to stop and enjoy the views).
How long is the walk from car park to Durdle Door?
If you walk straight from Lulworth car park to Durdle Door, following the signposted route, it takes approximately 30 to 40 minutes to reach Durdle Door (one way). As you will be returning the same way, this will be another 30 to 40 minutes. This all depends on how fast you walk and the amount of stops.
Durdle Door Holiday Park is set on gently sloping land, above the South West Coast path with access to Man O' War beach and the famous Durdle Door landmark via a steep path with steps onto the beach, which may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.
At the bottom of the path, there are 143 steep stone steps leading down to the beach. The path is made of stone, and due to the incline, is not recommended for wheelchair users, small children or anyone else who needs mobility assistance.
Access to Durdle Door is difficult and extremely tricky with a pram. To get to the beach you will need to follow the cliff top coast path before descending down a steep set of steps onto the beach. The beach itself is shingle and there are no toilet facilities or food kiosks.
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Do people jump off a Durdle Door?
'Tombstoning' is when thrill seekers jump vertically from a cliff or pier into the sea. It is extremely dangerous and has led to deaths on the Dorset coast. Unfortunately one of the county's most stunning landmarks and beauty spots - Durdle Door - has become a hotspot for the potentially deadly activity.
Durdle Door sits on the fantastic South West Coast Path, so you can easily reach it by walking along the cliffs from either direction. The coast path is well signposted and well maintained, and is a great way to enjoy the sights of Dorset's Jurassic Coast.
Park your vehicle in the large parking area and take the foot path down to Durdle door. The view along the foot path is fantastic. Going down the path is not difficult at all, but coming back it's a steep climb but nothing much. Nice beach & a good area for a sea bath.
The closest toilets are at Durdle Door Holiday Park. You'll spot the loos on your right as you drive in to the car parking area, which is just past the Durdle Door Holiday Park. There are also various facilities, including public toilets at the visitor centre in West Lulworth village.
While Durdle Door is beautiful year-round, visiting during the late spring to early autumn months will give you the best chance of enjoying pleasant weather. Summer can be busy, so if you prefer a quieter experience, consider visiting in the early morning or late afternoon.
If you're visiting Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door then, you can expect chilly days but perhaps some dramatic skies. You certainly won't want to be going into the sea, and you will want to bring a warm, waterproof jacket and waterproof boots!
While Durdle Door is a stunning geological feature, it's not considered one of the prime locations for fossil hunting on the Jurassic Coast. The region of the iconic limestone arch is less fossil-rich compared to other sites like Lyme Regis or Charmouth.
Durdle Door is a must-see for any trip to this region. From camping to rock-pooling, walking to coasteering, photography to nature walks, or to just enjoy the stunning views. There's plenty to do and see here.
It's only slightly over one mile from the car park in Lulworth Cove to Durdle Door so it's still considered as an easy walk (2.1 miles in total, approximate walking time 1 hour 30 minutes but allow at least another hour to stop and enjoy the views).
Very Popular. Durdle Door with its famous Stack is one of those must see sites on the Jurassic Coast, certainly for us as the elements may claim it in the future. Good footwear is recommended for the steep, in places, descent to see the famous arch and then further steps down to the beach.
To get down to the shingle beach at Durdle Door there is a 15 minute walk along a steep downhill path, plus a further 143 steps down onto the beach (trainers or walking boots are definitely needed for this walk!)
How long does it take to walk from Durdle Door car park to the beach?
When leaving the car park just follow the path straight ahead to the beach for 1/4 mile. If you want to walk to Lulworth Cove it's only 1 mile away (even though the sign says 3/4) and takes about 30 minutes.
We visited twice during our recent stay in Weymouth. Out first visit was lovely and we had an exhausting but definitely worth it walk to Durdle Door! On our second visit it was so busy, as is was the end of bestival, that even queuing for a portion of chips took well over an hour!
HOLIDAY makers in Dorset have spotted what they believe to be a small shark in the water close to where they were swimming in the waters at Durdle Door. This comes only a week after Boscombe beach was cleared due to 'large marine life' and a fisherman was nearly capsized by a 'mystery sea creature'.
The walk to Durdle Door takes around 20 minutes and rewards you with jaw-dropping sea views and salty air. If you're arriving by car, there is a convenient parking lot at the top of the cliffs. If you prefer public transport, catch a train to Wool Station, then hop on a local bus or taxi straight to Lulworth Cove.
Durdle Door dive site | PADI. Fantastic dive, that can be made from either a boat or by the shore, although it's a lot easier by boat. Durdle Door is one of Dorset's most famous geological landmarks, and not many people get to see it from the seaward side. Depths of 6/7 metres in the bay, up to 14 outside.
The landscape around Durdle Door has been used in scenes in several films, including Wilde (1997) starring Stephen Fry, Nanny McPhee starring Emma Thompson, the 1967 production of Far From The Madding Crowd (the latter also filmed around nearby Scratchy Bottom), and the Bollywood film Housefull 3.
The landslip at Lulworth Cove happened at about 13:30 GMT and was preceded by smaller rock falls. No-one was injured but onlookers described cracks gradually appearing in the cliff before the "dramatic" landslide.
A devastating blow, the fire ravaged the building, leaving it as a roofless ruin and forcing the family to move into a new residence nearby. Thankfully, a pioneering partnership with English Heritage saw the castle restored to its full glory, and it is now open to the public.
