Arish Mell facts for kids
Arish Mell is a small, beautiful bay and beach in Dorset, England. It is located between Mupe and Worbarrow Bays. This area is famous for being part of the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its amazing fossils and rock formations. The South West Coast Path, a long walking trail, passes just to the north of Arish Mell. The bay is about one mile (1.6 km) south of Lulworth Castle and East Lulworth.
One important thing to know about Arish Mell is that it is inside the Lulworth Ranges. This is an area used by the Army for tank training. Because of this, you cannot always visit the bay. The Range Walks are usually open on most weekends and public holidays, but the beach and cliffs at Arish Mell are generally not open to the public.
A Look at Arish Mell's Past
Arish Mell has a unique history. In the past, it was used by the Winfrith Nuclear Power Station. This power station had pipes that went into the sea at Arish Mell. These pipes were part of how the power station operated.
The Geology of Arish Mell
Arish Mell is a special place for understanding geology, which is the study of Earth's rocks and how they are formed. The bay creates a natural break in the line of chalk hills known as the Purbeck Hills. These hills are a long ridge of chalk that stretches across the landscape. Arish Mell shows how the land has been shaped over millions of years.
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Arish Mell from the east.
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Behind Arish Mell
