Wednesday, 16 September 2026

Abbotsbury

 There's a small  village in Dorset which has some unique attractions! Abbotsbury is set close to Weymouth amongst beautiful views of the sea on the Jurassic Coast! I did a day trip from London and fitted the below:

1) Abbotsbury Swannery- Abbotsbury Swannery is home to a colony of over 600 Mute Swans, located on the dramatic Dorset Coast. The Swannery is now home to the only remaining managed colony of Mute Swans in the world. Beware that swans are walking freely and you will need to be respectful of them! This is a large swannery and with nice walks to do around the swannery. During half-term, there are also some children's activities to do! It is quite beautiful to see so many swans in one place and being looked after so well. You can buy tickets at the door if you don't like to book ahead.

2) St Catherine' Chapel - the setting of this chapel is gorgeously eery! It is a small chapel and offers beautiful views of the sea.

3) Abbotsbury Subtropical gardens -  Subtropical Gardens are home to over 6000 species from across the world. It also has a rope Tibetan bridge. I loved walking around with beautiful flowers and scents!

 

These are all within walking distance of each other and thoroughly enjoyed some unique attractions!