History and Heritage in Dorset
Terracotta Warriors Museum, Dorchester, Dorset
The terracotta warriors - China’s 8th Wonder of the Ancient World
The only museum, outside China, devoted to the 8th Wonder of the Ancient World. Unique museum replicas of the terracotta warriors from China, reconstructions of costumes, armour and multimedia presentations.
The Jurassic Coast , Devon, Dorset
The Dorset and East Devon Coast World Heritage Site is England's first natural World Heritage Site - it is known as The Jurassic Coast. It covers 95 miles of truly stunning coastline from East Devon to Dorset, with rocks recording 185 million years of the Earth's history.
Uncover the many layers that make up the Jurassic Coast. Geology unfolds before your eyes as you discover the very distinct sections of coast and understand how they have been formed over millions of years - through geological events and later by coastal processes.
Fossils, skeletons, life-size dinosaur reconstructions, plus hands-on and multimedia displays provide great family fun – part of the Jurassic Coast experience.
Children love it here
Brownsea Island, Poole, Dorset
Atmospheric island of heath and woodland with wide variety of wildlife.
Enjoy miles of woodland walks and open glades. As you explore look out for peacocks, terns and visiting waders and wild fowl.
