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Welcome to The Lulworth Estate

Lulworth is most famous for its Cove, a natural horseshoe-shaped harbour. Nearby, the Lulworth Estate also has much to offer. Whether you're here for a day, a week or longer, there are attractions to visit, places to stay, stunning walks on the coast and in the countryside, hospitality (private & corporate) and an annual programme of events. Use the links on this page to find out more about the area, the places to visit and where to stay. Broadband users click here for a brief look at the Lulworth Estate. Did you know that by visiting us you're playing an active part in providing and protecting this beautiful area? Click here to find out more.

Brand NEW multi-period Historic Combat Festival
Sat 13th & Sun 14th September

Step back in time with a brand NEW exciting multi-period ‘Historic Combat Festival’ event, in the grounds of Lulworth Castle.

You will be able to meet re-enactors from the Roman and Medieval periods as well as soldiers from the 17th Century and the 19th Century Zulu War. They will be bringing a colourful and action packed Historic Combat Festival to life by offering visitors the opportunity to "get stuck into history".

Walk through time and discover life from the past. Expect living history encampments, combat displays and skill demonstrations
with re-enactors in authentic costume waiting to meet and discuss the past with you.

Event included in normal admission price and includes entry to the 17th Century Castle, Animal Farm, Adventure Playground and 18th Century Chapel. Under 4‘s free, Family saver tickets available.

Open Saturday 13th September 10.30am to 6pm and Sunday 14th September 10.30am to 4pm.

For more information call 0845 4501054.

Country House Fair, Lulworth Castle
In aid of British Red Cross
Thursday 16th October 2008
10.30am to 4.00pm

Step inside the magnificent Lulworth Castle for the perfect opportunity to pick up those early Christmas presents at this year’s Country House Fair on Thursday 16th October 2008 from 10.30am to 4.00pm.

This autumn, over 40 stalls have been selected to provide a superb variety of covetable and unique items, all at great prices. Whether you are looking for the perfect home or garden accessory, stylish gifts, children’s toys, a gastronomic delight such as fois gras, fine English chocolate, delicious smoked salmon or wonderful silver, pearl and silk items, this Country House Fair is the place to be.

And when you need a reprieve from shopping, refreshing light lunches and cream teas will be served in the Castle Basement.

Even the entry costs are special for this event. Entry to the Country House Fair is offered at a special price of £3.00 per adult. This represents a wonderful saving on the normal admission price (£8.00) and includes entry to the Castle, Chapel, Adventure Playground and Animal Farm. Children are free and there is ample free parking.

All proceeds from the fair will go towards the purchase of a Medical Equipment Vehicle for the Red Cross.

Durdle Door Holiday Park

The 2008 Durdle Door Holiday park brochure is available now! Click here to have a copy sent to you, or download a copy in PDF format here. (3.5Mb)

Guarantee your holiday on this magnificent coast with a place of your own… we have a selection of new and pre-owned luxury units available for you to view, prices start at £13,500. All units are offered subject to availability.

For more information on holiday bookings, luxury holiday homes and caravans please call 01929 400200.

Lulworth Castle and Park

To find out more about Lulworth Castle and Park and to see our packed programme of exciting events throughout 2008, please download a copy of our information leaflet in PDF format here. (1Mb)

Lulworth Castle celebrates 400 Years!

Lulworth Castle recently celebrated its 400 th anniversary with an evening reception hosted by Wilfrid and Sally Weld, the owners of the Castle. Speaking about the history of the Castle, Wilfrid Weld said “The Hunting Lodge was originally built for entertaining and to encourage King James I to visit. We are delighted that 400 years later the Castle is still a wonderful setting for entertaining.”

The international attendance of guests included friends and family from Ireland , America , as well as the UK , were entertained in sumptuous ancestral surroundings. The celebrations began with an evening reception followed by Beating the Retreat, performed by the band of the Royal Signals Regiment based at Blandford Camp. The highlight of the evening was a dinner for over a 100 members of the Weld family hosted by Mr and Mrs Weld.

Photogrpahs taken at this celebratory event can be found by clicking here.

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