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Nancy Connolly

The amazingly beautiful West Country cove that is famous all over the world

The West Country homes a staggeringly beautiful and historic cove that dates back millions and millions of years and is well worth a day visit.

It is so famous people come from all over the world to visit this beautiful place that is now a World Heritage Site. But it is just over an hour's drive from some parts of Somerset and is easily done in a day, reports Somerset Live.

Like so many world treasures the people who live closest are the ones least likely to visit. (To my shame I am from the heart of Dublin but have never visited the world-famous Guinness brewery).

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It is just human nature. Lulworth Cove on the Dorset coast is breathtakingly beautiful.

When you arrive you cannot be but moved at this ancient site where geologists come from all over the world to see its finely preserved ancient stones and monuments. But it is also perfect for a day out at the sea and it is lovely for swimming.

I like to bring a picnic when I go but there are lots of nice cafes and shops now at Lulworth Cove and it is a lovely day out, when you arrive it is amazing to see how the sea shimmers from the rocks of this ancient and atmospheric circular cove. It is also quite easy to drive to, I know people from Bath who go there just to swim and then come back home again.

There is a large car park at the top of a gently sloping road which leads down to the beach. Along the road there are a number of attractive shops, pubs and ice cream stalls to tempt you. There is also a visitors centre which is located next to the car park. It has some brilliant displays showing how the area has altered throughout recent geological periods.

Down on the beach itself, you can walk right the way around the cove and explore the rock pools which are revealed at low tide. On a sunny day, the bright white pebbles and turquoise water give the beach a Mediterranean feel.

The Cove is still used by working fishermen. The natural shape of Lulworth Cove provides excellent shelter for the small fishing boats which are moored here. If you have a small inflatable boat or a kayak, it is generally very safe to use in the Cove. The beach is also dog friendly all year so your whole family can enjoy a day out here.

You really will not be disappointed if you have not already visited and even if you have it is well worth a return to this beautiful cove right on our doorstep here in Somerset.

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