WALKS IN DORSET at DURDLE DOOR, LULWORTH COVE & MUPE BAY (4K)

In this episode of my series “ Walks in Dorset”, I take a 5 mile circular walk between Durdle Door & Lulworth Cove on the Jurassic Coast (South of the village of West Lulworth). Once again I am accompanied by my Whippet, Logan.

The walk can be started from either Durdle Door (car park opens at 9am) or Lulworth Cove ( car park open 24 hours a day).

I started my walk at the iconic Durdle Door – a natural arch of resistant rock that has become one of the most photographed images in Dorset! After a wander along the beach, I joined the South West Coast Path and made my way to Lulworth Cove (after a short detour to explore the Bronze Age barrow at the top of Hambury Tout).

Before looking around the hamlet at Lulworth Cove, I visited Stair Hole – a small cove that is in the process of being formed to the West of Lulworth Cove itself.

My route then took me on a section of the Hardy Way around the shoreline of the cove before heading uphill to Bindon Hill and then on to Pepler's Point.

After a visit to the “Fossil Forest” (the remains of a submerged Forest from the Jurassic Period), I continued Eastward towards Mupe Bay. I was hoping to explore the Smuggler's Cave in Bacon Hole but had to abort my attempt due to the rocks (it was just too tricky with all my camera gear as well as looking after Logan). However, I did manage a lovely stroll along the beach at Mupe bay.

My return journey took me past the tiny chapel that is close to where the old Bindon Abbey was once located (now long gone).

My final destination was The Lulworth Cove Inn for light refreshments!

I should point out that both Durdle Door & Lulworth Cove are very popular tourist destinations and can get VERY busy at times. Both beaches are dog friendly.

Map courtesy of Google Maps.

NB: The track for “Whippet Zoomies” was not by Original Spruce.


I use a GOPRO HERO 7, 8 or 10 Black Action Camera (sometimes with a Gimbal) & a Rode microphone (either a “Shotgun” or a Rode Wireless Go) together with a Canon Powershot SX530 HS.

[ronaldm]

I did most of that walk over 30 years ago with my dog! That really brought back memories - because it hasn't changed a bit.

[lionelmarytravels]

I visited Luworth Cove many times in the 60s, when parking was FREE. But it's a glorious place to be sure. Thanks to you both for your hard work on those steep climbs

[stuarthowells]

Just discovered this channel. Absolutely fantastic. Your delivery is spot on, educational and no pointless background music. And the star Logan is gorgeous. Keep up the good work. 👍

[ianmccaughan]

Stunning area Dave .You and Logan must be fit to walk them steep hills and cliffs .👍

[madgardener]

That's quite correct Tears for Fears and Cliff Richard both filmed their videos at Durdle Door, but more significantly and importantly it was the start point for one of Dave and Logan's famous walks.

[eldred]

What dedication to duty Dave, on the beach at 7.00 a.m. and in the pub at the end!. Lovely walk on a gorgeous day. The "purple" flowers above Durdle Door were Red Valerian I think, could be wrong, they weren't in close-up. I again commend your effort, down and back up from the beach at Durdle Door, down and up at the Fossil Forest and at Mupe Bay and all the back and fro' for the filming. And then had to walk back to the car, I bet you had more than one Fursty Ferret! Must keep up the stamina. All your efforts are much appreciated, keep 'em coming.

[michaelamitterhuber]

Hello Dave,
I am from Austria and next week
my family and I will visit Dorset.
We will stay in a cottage in Winterborne houghton and then we will explore all the wonderful places you showed us before.
Now I have seen thos Video and I cant wait to see this place for real. Please excuse my bad English....I hope I get better in time....thank you for your walks and give logan a big hug.
We have also a dog ...a new foundland dog called Kelly.
Best wishes for you...Michaela Mitterhuber

[christinegibbins]

That brings back so many memories of camping there with my parents, and in later years when my son was in Scouts. Thank you and take care.

[boat]

Lovely video Dave. Been along that stretch on my boat. Beautiful from both sides 👍

[JimNicholls]

Thanks, Dave! Your early start certainly gave some great people-free views.

[heatherpsteele]

What a beautiful day and lovely walk. I must visit it ! Thank you for sharing.

[gparry]

97 steps down lovely walk Dave, thankyou very much !

[alcollins]

Cheers Dave. Another great memory. Parts of Dorset we do miss at times but not in the summer school holidays 😂.

[angelanewman]

Thank you so much for filming another one of my favourite places - full of childhood memories. You must have been exhausted at the end of the day!

[ralphfeay]

Brilliant sheila and I have been there it brought back memories. The sea looking just as beautiful. Enjoyed the whippet zoom😅😊

[melissaphillips]

Beautiful walk to watch on a Sunday evening . The sea is so beautiful and the whole area of Dorset is gorgeous Dave. Wonderful walk Dave and Logan .. I feel like I am walking along with you both. Just amazing scenery . Thank you 👏🏻💕

[mattphillips]

Nice walk Dave, just delightful and its on our doorstep 😊

[keithjoseph]

The cove is wonderful place to walk and explore

[jeanblemings]

One of my favourite areas of swcp but usually very busy! Only once when I stayed at Lulworth Youth Hostel and set off very early have I seen Durdle Door with no one on beach. You still managed to show me some new things I had not seen. Have you done the smugglers path from White Nothe? Looks like you both enjoyed your day at the seaside!

[bobbybigboyyes]

What a wonderful walk and video Dave! Very interesting I have been visiting Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove since the mid 1960s. Even as a kid I thought it looked like a dinosaur drinking from the ocean. Some of the hills around there can be heavy going as I'm not as fit as I'd like to be at the moment. Back in the early days it wasn't such the hot spot and tourist trap it's now become. But it's still one of the many icons of Dorset! I intend to visit there during the next week. And finish off with some fish and chips and a nice cool pint! Cheers! 😊🍺