There is a wide range of things to do and explore near Westover Farm from fossil hunting on the beaches and walks along the stunning coastline to many visitor attractions.
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To Visit
The Dorset Coast
Whats on in West Dorset
Walking
Walks from Westover Farm
Nature and Wildlife
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Westover farm
You are welcome to roam our 150 acre farm (except for the farm building areas)
Please respect livestock and fencing.
There are many excellent walks starting from Westover, from a gentle stroll to the more adventurous.
Westover Farm is just 1½ miles from the Jurassic Coast at Charmouth.
The Jurassic Coast Trust have events all year
The organised walks are excellent.
Fossil hunting, on Charmouth Beach, is a ½ hour walk following the Monarch’s Way footpath, across the fields. There is also a fantastic visitor centre by the beach in Charmouth, the Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre, with hands on exhibits for kids and fascinating fossil displays. You can book fossil walks through the centre – must be booked well in advance especially in school holidays.
Wootton Fitzpaine
Our local village. ¼ mile
Playing Field and small playground for children
Social Club – Bar, Snooker, etc
Village Hall – various events
St Paul’s Church
Charmouth
On the Jurassic Coast
1½ miles (25 minute walk)
Charmouth Beach – for all the family. Sand, bathing, walking
Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre – learn about fossils and safely search. Guided tours
Charmouth
Walking or strolling.
Footpaths and exploring
The South West Coast Path
Golden Cap – the highest point on the South Coast
Stonebarrow Hill – for views and walks
Charmouth
Fossil hunting, on Charmouth Beach, is a ½ hour walk following the Monarch’s Way footpath, across the fields. There is also a fantastic visitor centre by the beach in Charmouth, the Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre, with hands on exhibits for kids and fascinating fossil displays. You can book fossil walks through the centre – must be booked well in advance especially in school holidays.
Lyme Regis.
3 miles from Westover Farm
