Hiking the Jurassic Coast UNESCO World Heritage Coastline

Sat, 22 Oct, 2022 at 07:45 am

Novotel London West | London

Anna Daglis
Publisher/HostAnna Daglis
Hiking the Jurassic Coast UNESCO World Heritage Coastline
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Join us for a very special trip as we head to Dorset to discover the dramatic and famous Jurassic Coast UNESCO World Heritage coastline! Stretching 95 miles between Old Harry Rocks and Orcombe Point, the Jurassic Coast – England’s first Natural UNESCO World Heritage Site – is the most geologically diverse coastline in the world. The exposed cliff sections allow us to look back across 185 million years; dinosaur remains have been found here, and it’s a fossil-hunter’s paradise.
Starting from the beautiful beach of Kimmeridge Bay, the path will take us to the iconic natural limestone arch of Durdle Door and the famous scallop-shaped bay of Lulworth Cove with its white pebble beach and crystal clear waters. On our way, we'll pass the hidden gems of Mupe and Worbarrow Bays, the Fossil Forest, containing the most complete fossil record of a Jurassic Forest in the world, and the extraordinary small cove and geologist’s delight, Stair Hole. Most of the route follows the cliff-top trail, with stunning panoramic views of sweeping bays, folded cliffs and the sea. This is a strenuous hike, with 700 metres of ascent and three stiff climbs, but all of your efforts will be well rewarded by the jaw-dropping beauty around you! ?
DISTANCE & DIFFICULTY
Distance: 10 miles (16km).
Ascent: 700m.
Difficulty: MODERATE.
ITINERARY
07:45 meet outside Hotel Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, W6 8DR (a five-minute walk from Hammersmith Station); 08:00 sharp departure; 11:00-17:00 hike along the Jurassic Coast from Kimmeridge Bay to Durdle Door; 17:00 departure; 20:00 London, Hammersmith.
TRANSPORT
As on most of our trips, we'll travel in a comfortable 16-seater minibus with air conditioning and Wi-Fi.
SAFETY
This hike is led by an experienced, Outdoor First Aid qualified Lowland Leader.
BOOKING
Payment of £68 via PayPal on RSVP is required to confirm your participation.
THE PRICE INCLUDES
• Transport throughout the trip
• Experienced IAM/RoSPA qualified driver
• Professional event organisation
• Guiding by an experienced Lowland Leader
• Group first aid kit with qualified first aiders
• Admin fee
• PayPal fee
• 20% VAT
HOW TO CONTACT US
For all enquiries, please PM our admin Anna (one of the hosts of the event) via Meetup. If you have any difficulties locating the starting point, please call Tat on 07472652240, not earlier than 15 minutes before departure. Please DO NOT contact our hike leaders during the week.
WHAT TO BRING
• Suitable hiking shoes with ankle support
• Waterproof and windproof jacket and trousers
• Gloves/hat/cap
• Packed lunch
• Water (min 1L)
• Walking poles (optional)
• Gaiters (optional)
That’s it – we'll take care of the rest, so just turn up and have a great day hiking! ?
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Novotel London West, London, United Kingdom

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