Swyre Head, Lulworth facts for kids
Swyre Head, Lulworth is a tall hill and sea cliff. It is located on the famous Jurassic Coast in Dorset, England. This amazing natural spot sits between Bat's Head to the west and the well-known Durdle Door to the east. It's also quite close to the village of Lulworth.
Swyre Head, Lulworth, is about 8 miles (13 km) east of Weymouth. It is also about 14 miles (23 km) west of Swanage.
Not to Be Confused
It's easy to get this Swyre Head mixed up with another one! There is a different Swyre Head located about 8.5 miles (13.7 km) to the west. That other Swyre Head is near the village of Kingston. It is the highest point on the Isle of Purbeck peninsula.
Amazing Cliffs and Views
The cliffs at Swyre Head, Lulworth, are made of chalk. They are very steep and covered with green grassland. A walking path runs along the top of these cliffs.
Walking the Path
The footpath is very close to the cliff edge. It goes up and down steeply, making for an exciting walk! Even though it's a bit challenging, many people love to walk here. The views of the coast and the sea are truly spectacular.
Scratchy Bottom Valley
Between Swyre Head and the famous natural rock arch of Durdle Door, you'll find a small valley. This valley is called Scratchy Bottom. It is a special type of valley known as a dry valley. This means it was formed by water long ago, but now it doesn't have a river flowing through it.
