View of Durdle Door – Bat's Head and Butter Rock loop from West Lulworth

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View of Durdle Door – Bat's Head and Butter Rock loop from West Lulworth

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View of Durdle Door – Bat's Head and Butter Rock loop from West Lulworth

01:15

10.6km

280m

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

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1.41 km

The Castle Inn

Highlight • Restaurant

Nice pub

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4.65 km

View of Durdle Door

Highlight • Beach

The further you get away from the main attractions, the fewer people you will meet.
The path is very steep in places and continues along the coast towards Weymouth.
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5.27 km

Bat's Head and Butter Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

Kayakers often drive through the small cave. It is beautiful to look at and the colorful kayaks with the turquoise sea make a beautiful photo opportunity

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6.41 km

View of Durdle Door

Highlight • Viewpoint

There are brave ones who bathe here in January. Big advantage: You have the wonderful beach for yourself and many fans who would like to take a photo of you home.

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6.43 km

Durdle Door — natural limestone arch

Highlight • Natural Monument

Durdle Door is one of the most iconic landmarks in Dorset and one of the most well-known sights along the South West Coast Path. This magnificent natural limestone arch was …

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6.47 km

Durdle Door

Highlight • Beach

What an impressive natural experience.

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6.49 km

Gravel Path to Durdle Door Clifftop

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

If you don't want to lug your panniers from the official cycle parking spot to Durdle Door, just cycle down this gravel path to the cliff top. It's steep but …

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