A very happy New Year to you all! If you’re a big fan of history, then there’s no better place to visit than the Jurassic Coast – after all, it’s named that for a reason! Here at Burnbake we are utterly surrounded by history, so whilst you’re staying with us, you’ll be spoiled for choice on places to visit that will make your historian heart happy.
Kings View Experience
For the first time since 1646, you can ascend the Kings’ Tower at Corfe Castle and experience rare historical features and panoramic views – once only reserved for royalty!
Called the Kings’ View, the platform stands tall within the Keep where royal living quarters once were. Until now, this part of the castle has been inaccessible to everyone except conservation teams using ropes. Lasting 30 minutes, this experience gives visitors access to the viewing platform while on a usual visit to the castle. Designed to support our ongoing extensive conservation project, this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity offers unparalleled views from the top of the Keep – views that have been locked away for over 350 years.
The Moors at Arne
If you’re a fan of BBC 2’s ‘Digging for Britain’ with Professor Alice Roberts, then you may have seen one of their latest episodes exploring the excavations and discoveries from a Roman pottery production site during the Arne Archaeology Dig at The Moors of Arne. Whilst the The Moors at Arne nature reserve project itself is not yet complete (it’s expected to be open to the public by summer 2026) there are plenty of stunning trail walks around the area – why not take a trip to RSPB Arne, where you can look across the Arne Moors and imagine all the historical artifacts that may still be lurking below its surface.
Worth Matravers
Worth Matravers is a picturesque collection of limestone cottages and farmhouses situated just west of Swanage. One of the main attractions of the village is the St. Nicholas Church, which dates back to the 13th century and is home to a number of ancient tombs and monuments. Visitors can take a stroll around the churchyard, which offers beautiful views of the surrounding countryside, then head back into the village to visit the Square and Compass, a traditional pub known for its excellent selection of local ales and ciders that has been serving locals and visitors for centuries.
So why not make the most of the quieter winter months, book your stay at Burnbake and soak up all the local history that the Jurassic Coast has to offer.
