Where is St Aldhelm's Head?

St Aldhelm's Head is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BH19 3LN), in the parish of Worth Matravers.

How do I get to St Aldhelm's Head?

The nearest railway station is Harman's Cross, about 5.0 km away. The nearest town is Worth Matravers. Drivers can use postcode BH19 3LN.

Is St Aldhelm's Head a protected site?

Yes — St Aldhelm's Head is part of the South Dorset Coast SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Dorset National Landscape (AONB).

How do I get to St Aldhelm's Head?

The nearest railway station is Harman's Cross, about 5.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BH19 3LN.

Climbing & bouldering crags · South West England

St Aldhelm's Head

In or near Worth Matravers.

St Aldhelm's Head — a climbing crag in england south east.

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station: Harman's Cross · 5.0 km

St Aldhelm's Head is a climbing crag located in england south east, mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. Detailed amenities and visitor information may vary; check the OSM page for the latest tagged metadata.

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Protected designations

Site of Special Scientific Interest: South Dorset Coast SSSI
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Dorset

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

St Aldhelm's Head is a climbing crag located in South-East England. It features a variety of routes suitable for climbers of different skill levels. The crag offers scenic coastal views, making it a notable spot for both climbing and enjoying the landscape. Access to the area is straightforward, providing a convenient option for outdoor enthusiasts.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates: 50.5786, -2.0566
District: Dorset
Parish: Worth Matravers
Postcode: BH19 3LN
Parliamentary constituency: South Dorset
Nearest railway station: Harman's Cross — 5 km

Sources

osm: w1213156201 (ODbL)

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