
- Dorset
- 1 hour 15 minutes · Bus
Breezer 40
Swanage to Poole · via Langton Matravers · Corfe Castle · Wareham · Sandford Holiday Park · Farmer Palmers · Upton
Food and drink
Family Friendly
Countryside
Coastal
Heritage Railways
Key info
About this journey
Discover the idyllic Purbeck countryside on the Breezer 40, travelling through lush fields, charming villages, historic sites, and arriving at the popular seaside town of Swanage.
Journey overview
- The journey starts in the coastal town of Poole with its bustling harbour and marina.
- Views become more rural with vast stretches of green fields dotted with grazing livestock
- Stops include tranquil South Lytchett Manor, Organford Farmer Palmers petting zoo, and Holton Heath with its heathland, meadows and woodland
- The bus passes through charming Wareham, known for its rich Saxon heritage and Stoborough Green with its pretty thatched cottages and village green.
- The iconic Corfe Castle beckons and tiny hamlet Kingston Scott Arms surrounded by lush green fields and woodland
- A lovely finale through Lanton Matravers before arriving in Swanage, a popular seaside town with a bustling promenade, beautiful sandy beach and fabulous heritage railway!
Fab day out
- Start in Poole, explore the bustling quay, visit Lighthouse Theatre, take a boat trip around the harbour or visit Brownsea Island, and walk along the long sandy beach for stunning views.
- For family fun, stop at Organford Farmer Palmers, a popular attraction for families with young children, offering a range of activities, including animal encounters, tractor rides, and play areas.
- Check out Holton Heath, a picturesque area known for its heathland and woodland, and explore the area’s walking trails and beautiful scenery.
- Exploration can be had at Wareham, a historic town situated on the River Frome, and with many attractions, including the Saxon church of St. Martin, the town walls, and the museum.
- Arrive at Corfe Castle Village Centre and see the ruins of the iconic castle that dates back to the 11th century.
- Step back in time on arrival in Swanage, by taking a trip on the Swanage Railway offering scenic journeys through the beautiful Purbeck countryside.
- In summer months, the D5 Durlston Explorer bus can be boarded to Durlston Country Park, a 320-acre nature reserve with great nature trails, a visitor centre with exhibits on local history, geology, and wildlife, and popular for walking, hiking, and birdwatching.
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Stops & experiences
Places to visit & things to do on this journey
10 attractions the route passes, handpicked. Filter by category to narrow it down.

City & Culture
Coastal
Family Friendly
Food and drink
Poole Quay’s bustling shops, restaurants, and cafes
Poole Quay is a vibrant and charming waterfront destination with a wide range of activities and amenities, including traditional pubs, modern bars, independent boutiques, souvenir…

City & Culture
Family Friendly
Food and drink
Theatre
Lighthouse Theatre
Lighthouse Theatre in Poole offers a diverse range of performances, from theatre productions and comedy shows to music concerts and dance performances, with a 669-seat auditorium…

Countryside
Family Friendly
History & Heritage
Nature & Wildlife
Brownsea Island
Brownsea Island is a beautiful location in Poole Harbour, known for its stunning wildlife, including red squirrels and a variety of birds, as well as its rich history, having been…

Coastal
Family Friendly
Food and drink
- Fun for all ages
Poole Beach
Poole Beach is a popular sandy beach in the coastal town of Poole, Dorset, known for its clear blue waters, stunning views, and array of water sports activities for visitors to…

Countryside
Family Friendly
History & Heritage
Nature & Wildlife
Holton Heath’s heathland and woodland
Holton Heath is a beautiful location in Dorset, with stunning heathland and woodland, offering a diverse range of flora and fauna for visitors to enjoy, making it an ideal spot…

City & Culture
Family Friendly
Food and drink
History & Heritage
Wareham’s historic town, church, walls, and museum
Wareham is a picturesque and historic market town in Dorset that boasts a wealth of heritage sites and attractions, including the town walls, St Martin's Church, and the Wareham…

Countryside
History & Heritage
Major Landmarks
Corfe Castle’s ruins
Corfe Castle's ruins are a fascinating and atmospheric attraction on the Isle of Purbeck in Dorset, offering visitors the chance to explore the remains of this once-mighty…

Countryside
Family Friendly
History & Heritage
Lakes and Lochs
Kingston Scott Arms’ countryside and fields
Kingston Lacy Estate is a beautiful and historic country estate near Wimborne Minster, Dorset, offering over 8,500 acres of stunning countryside, a range of landscapes including…

Countryside
Family Friendly
Heritage Railways
- Fun for all ages
Swanage Railway
Swanage Railway is a six-mile heritage railway in Dorset, operated by volunteers, offering a nostalgic journey back in time on steam and diesel locomotives with stunning views and…
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