Jan 21

The Dorset and East Devon Coast World Heritage Site is England’s first natural World Heritage Site which is also known as The Jurassic Coast.

The Jurassic Coast covers 95 miles of truly stunning coastline from East Devon to Dorset, with rocks recording 185 million years of the Earth’s history. The name comes from the best known of the geological periods found within it, but in fact the Site includes rocks from the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous Periods. Together these periods make up the Mesozoic Era of geological time, between 250 and 65 million years ago.

The Jurassic Coast is extremely well served by its Gateway Towns and villages which provide a good range of accommodation, museums and visitor centres throughout the area. In addition to these, the ‘Anchor Towns’ of Exeter, Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch also provide an extensive range of visitor facilities.

Exploring the World Heritage Site is best done on foot or by sea. The entire Site is accessible by the South West Coast Path National Trail and there are numerous boat trips offering Jurassic Coast tours along the coast.

Jan 10

Longleat is located just off bath on the Warminster road. The standard price for a passport ticket is £23 for adults, £15 for Children (3-14years) and £17 for senior citizens (60+).

Safari Boats

The boats where first opened in the year 2007; naming it ‘Lady Bath’ after the lords daughter. The boats also prove to be very popular with the Californian sea lions who share the lake as they leap in the air during feeding times and create impressive splashes! The Safari Boat trip will also take you past Gorilla Island, the half-acre home of Nico the Lowland Gorilla.

Adventure Castle

Imagine a long lost medieval castle which has been discovered by children who have added their favourite play ideas – bridges, nets, slides and swings, things to climb through and crawl under – then you might have an idea of what the Adventure Castle is all about!

Longleat Hedge Maze

Longleat’s spectacular Hedge Maze was first laid out in 1975 by the designer Greg Bright. The Hedge Maze covers an area of around 1.48 acres with a total pathway length of 1.69 miles. The middle of the maze is marked with a tower for the visitors, if you can find it.

Pets Corner

This area offers the opportunity to get really close to a variety of animals ranging from the cute and cuddly to the scary and scaly!

Longleat Railway

Longleat’s railway is a perfect scaled-down recreation of the Age of Steam. With its tracks running alongside the water, passengers get a grandstand view both of the lake and its inhabitants.

Old Joes’ Mine

A colony of free-flying Egyptian fruit bats is the star attraction of ‘Old Joe’s Mine’ a subterranean adventure which allows the public an opportunity to walk in amongst the bats.

Postman Pat Village

This is the most popular attraction to younger visitors, all the postman pat characters and pals are within this centre. Still 20 years on this area still remains most popular and now stating in 60 countries worldwide, from the UK threw to Australia.

Grounds and Gardens

The splendour of Longleat House, nestling alongside a lake and set in glorious parkland, is a view not to be missed.

Motion Simulators

On busy days they will be running all day long, there are two within the area and many different experiences to choice from rollercoaster’s and safari rides.

Tea Cup Ride

Located near the ‘Pet Corner’ is the mot popular, well known ride for the young ones.

Free Attractions

A variety of free attractions await you including King Arthur’s Mirror Maze which was designed by one of the world’s most prolific maze designers, Adrian Fisher,