

UNESCO WHCNaturalInscribed 20011029-006
Portland Harbour Shore
Component of Dorset and East Devon Coast
Overview
The cliff exposures along the Dorset and East Devon coast provide an almost continuous sequence of rock formations spanning the Mesozoic Era, or some 185 million years of the earth's history. The area's important fossil sites and classic coastal geomorphologic features have contributed to the study of earth sciences for over 300 years.
Selection Criteria
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Details
- Countries
- United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
- ISO Codes
- GB
- Coordinates
- 50.5958, -2.4582
Stay Nearby
Portland Harbour Shore
Attractions & Tickets
Portland Harbour Shore
Getting Here
Portland Harbour Shore
Nearby Points of Interest
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Sandsfoot Castle
Castle193m
★★★★★ UNESCO World Heritage
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Sandsfoot Castle
Castle193m
★★★★★ UNESCO World Heritage
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Portland Castle
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★★★★★ Major Landmark
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Portland Castle
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Rufus Castle
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Verne High Angle Battery
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King Barrow Quarries Reserve
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Tout Quarry Reserve & Sculpture Park
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★★★★ Major Landmark
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Tout Quarry Reserve & Sculpture Park
National Park4.9km
★★★★ Major Landmark