Explore: Holiday Cottages in Weymouth & Portland
About Weymouth & Portland
Weymouth and Portland offer Olympian proportions of fun and are a fabulous showcase of Dorset’s many contrasts.
Sitting in a beautiful sheltered bay, Weymouth can count kings and queens among its repeat visitors, and today provides nostalgic charm as a Great British seaside stay.
Traditional attractions sit alongside contemporary public art spaces, award-winning fish and chips and fresh seafood. A buzzing nightlife, great shopping and year-round live events calendar make this a must-do destination. The harbour itself holds star appeal, boasting a brilliant display of colourful Georgian architecture in front of a family-friendly beach with golden sands and stunning views. If you forget your bucket and spade, why not check out the professional sculptures at Sand World, or simply sit back and watch the boats pass under the historic rising bridge?
Attached to the mainland by a narrow limestone ridge, Portland is often referred to as an island, but in reality is a rugged peninsula with striking cliffs and hidden pirate coves. Host to London 2012 Olympic sailing events, the sporting and adventurous will find plenty here to keep them entertained including rock climbing, kayaking and diving. Walkers and those seeking wildlife will also feel perfectly at home with fascinating folklore, castles and a lighthouse making an impression on the landscape.
Whether you’re looking for a beauty spot to ride your bike, take a boat ride or soak up a sensational sunset, Weymouth and Portland are just the place for you.
