Andreas’s guidebook for Swanage and surrounding area
Food scene
The Salt Pig
6 North StNice food, freshly cooked and ingredients sourced locally
Great location, super (although pricey) food and super place to chill out.
165 locals recommend
The Pig on the Beach
Manor RoadGreat location, super (although pricey) food and super place to chill out.
Great place to enjoy some good food right on the peer. We enjoy having a glass of wine in the evening while the children have fun catching the crabs.
29 locals recommend
Gee Whites Seafood Restaurant
1 High StGreat place to enjoy some good food right on the peer. We enjoy having a glass of wine in the evening while the children have fun catching the crabs.
Great seafood, amazing views and right by the sea. They also got a Bistro where you can just pop in and get some food or a drink.
92 locals recommend
Shell Bay Seafood Restaurant
Ferry RoadGreat seafood, amazing views and right by the sea. They also got a Bistro where you can just pop in and get some food or a drink.
Activities
Outdoor activities we enjoy
Great place for rides - through the heath, to Old Harry’s Rocks or along the beach (not during the summer!)
12 locals recommend
Studland Trekking Centre
Ferry RoadGreat place for rides - through the heath, to Old Harry’s Rocks or along the beach (not during the summer!)
One of the best Golf ⛳️ courses you will play. Challenging holes, amazing views ... for the super relaxed they also have 9 holes course where you can play in flip flops if you want (after a day on the beach)
8 locals recommend
Isle of Purbeck Golf Club
Corfe RoadOne of the best Golf ⛳️ courses you will play. Challenging holes, amazing views ... for the super relaxed they also have 9 holes course where you can play in flip flops if you want (after a day on the beach)
One of the most beautiful Bay's you will find anywhere and great for surfing and snorkelling too!
120 locals recommend
Kimmeridge Bay
One of the most beautiful Bay's you will find anywhere and great for surfing and snorkelling too!
Swanage Tennis Club
Beach GardensGreat Tennis courts but also a really fun 18 hole Putting Golf course
Sightseeing
Swanage Pier
Swanage PierWonderful views of Swanage and great spot to catch some 🎣