Less than ten miles south west of Bournemouth lies the Isle of Purbeck – a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and the source of the fine grey stone and unique dark green marble that bear its name. Rising steeply, in places to over 600 feet, within a mile of the sea, the dramatic Purbeck Hills create a natural barrier dominated by the striking ruins of Corfe Castle. Overlooking the English Channel on the slopes above Swanage – and with distant views of the Needles and the Isle of Wight – Langton House is set on the edge of the Purbeck village of Langton Matravers. Standing in 15 acres of grounds, and surrounded by National Trust land, Langton provides a convenient base from which to explore the beautiful countryside to the south of Dorset and beyond.
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The Langton Matravers Museum provides an insight into how the local stone (of which it is - itself - constructed) was quarried and used, and explains the unique geology of the Purbecks, providing many fascinating examples of the various ‘beds’ of stone.
There are several fascinating pieces in the museum’s surprisingly large collection, including stonemasons’ tools; photographs; an authentic reconstruction of a section of underground quarry working; and a rebuilt quarry capstan.
Similarly, nearby Swanage Museum provides a valuable insight into the history and heritage of the town and its residents (some famous, some infamous). Through compelling interactive displays, it enables you to learn more about the recently designated Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site - a 95 mile stretch of coastline linking Dorset and East Devon, whose beaches (particularly those around Kimmeridge) have proved particularly popular with fossil hunters.
