Luckford Wood is just a short distance from the World Heritage
Jurassic Coastline and many other places of interest.
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The World Heritage Jurassic
Coast Line has been confirmed as unique. Many conservation programmes
are in place. Modern double-decker buses and trains assist visitors
to access the area. Walks, events and programmes are all organised
by the heritage team including Mini Tours with translations for our
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WORLD HERITAGE COASTLINE
Dorset News Update
This beautiful 95 mile stetch of the impressive coast line incorporates
Dorset's Isle of Purbeck, is now officially one of the Great Natural Wonders
of the World after gaining World Heritage Site Status.
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has such universal value that it is regarded as 'the heritage of all
mankind'. Culture Secretary Tessa Jowell said, 'I am delighted that
this coastline has received World Heritage Status.' It is now on a par with The Great Barrier Reef, the Grand Canyon, the Taj Mahal, the City of Bath, Hadrians Wall, Tower of London and Stonehenge. |
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Purbeck's coastline encompasses the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. The coastline features miles of sandy beaches, a diverse shoreline, a variety of cliffs and impressive scenery, and a geological walk through time and will now at last be considered as a National Treasure and be recogised for its global importance.
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of the Purbecks Purbeck's World Heritage Coastline is just 5 miles away, ready for you to explore. River side paths, heathland and forest footpaths, bridle - drove and cycle ways are all accessible where you will enjoy peace and relaxation. You may well see many native birds, deer and other wild life, as well as spectacular landscapes for you to capture on canvas or film. |
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| When staying at our Farmhouse or Caravan and Camping Park you can embrace the untold delights of this fascinating corner of Dorset and then return to peace and tranquillity of Luckford Wood to sit back, reminisce about your day, and plan the adventure of tomorrow. You will want to return. | ||
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Luckford Wood House is perfectly positioned for beach holidays. Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door, Swanage, Studland, Kimmeridge, Weymouth, Sandbanks Poole and Bournemouth are all within easy reach. However if walking, painting or bird-watching is your interest, all can be enjoyed within walking distance of Luckford Wood House. | |
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Trips While staying at Luckford Wood Farmhouse or on our Caravan and Camping Park why not let us arrange a pleasure cruise around Poole Harbour, calling in at Brownsea Island, get a connection to the Corfe Castle Steam Railway, come close to the famous oil producing platforms of Ferzey Island and the Witch Farm, and marvel at the magnificent coastal scenery of this world beating harbour while embracing the freedom and invigorating pleasures of being aboard a Dorset Bell with Luckford Leisure. |
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Discounts for Groups and Parties
and other concessionary rates through Luckford
Leisure call for an itinerary Tel: 01929 463098 / Mobile: 07 888 719 002
Email: luckfordleisure@hotmail.co.uk
Outdoor Activities can be organised and Arranged
Purbeck Events Diary 2009
Swanage Classic Car 26th April
Swanage Music Festival 5th - 7th June
Party at the Castle Lulworth Concert 3rd July
Swanage Jazz Festival 11th - 13th July
Camp Bestival 2009 24th 25th 26th July 2009 at Lulworth Castle
Luckford Wood House and Luckford Wood Caravan and Camping Park is a short distance by road about 3 mile about 5 minute drive from the festival at Lulworth Castle Why not camp at Luckford Wood and go to the festival and then return to sleep under the stars by your Camp Fire.
Jousting at Lulworth Castle 29th - 31st August
2nd - 6th September Dorset Steam Fair
11th - 13th September Swanage Folk festival
Purbeck Film Festival 16th - 31st October
Tel: 01929 463098 / Mobile: 07 888 719 002 / Email:luckfordleisure@hotmail.co.uk
Golf
Complete golfing packages (many championship and other courses offer concessionary
green fees), including:
- accommodation
- group transport to each course
- group transport to the chosen restaurant or pub in the evening.
Arrangements can be made for:
- Deer stalking
- Sea, lake and river fishing (including carp)
- Horse riding
- Go karting, bowling, swimming and fitness centre are all close by.
- Mountain biking and bike hire (daily and weekly)
- Paintball war games
- Clay pigeon shooting
- Full bore rifle shooting
- Gliding
- The Purbeck Sports and Recreation Centre
- Tower Park Splash Down and Leisure Complex
- Zorbing.
We are ideally situated for ramblers and walkers we are surrounded by ancient paths, drove-ways, footpaths, all within walking distance from Luckford Wood.
Diving in Dorset
Divers staying at Luckford
Wood House or on our Caravan and Camping Park have easy access to the
main dive sites Kyarra and Black Hawk and many more, with slipways at
Kimmeridge, Lulworth, Ridge, Redcliffe, Swanage, Studland and Wareham.
We offer guests plenty of off road parking for their vehicles, trailers and boats. Wet suit drying area ia always available.
Bird Watching
At the nearby Arne Peninsular,
Poole Harbour and numerous Wetland and Heathland Sites.
Ramblers Paradise
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Pastimes
Boule pitch, (proposed) tennis court,
horse riding and stables. If you are bringing your horse to go riding
or eventing in the area we can accommodate you and your party in the house
and the horse can be stabled nearby.
You can contact John and Lesley Barnes on:
Tel: 01929 463098 / Mobile: 07 888 719 002 / Email: luckfordleisure@hotmail.co.uk or contact us via our enquiry form.
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