웨스트 도싯‬에서 가장 멋진 ‪20‬개의 천연기념물

Dominating the Dorset landscape, Maiden Castle is one of Europe’s largest and most complex Iron Age hillforts. Its massive, labyrinthine earthworks were engineered around 400 BC to protect a thriving community of hundreds. The site is famous for its "war cemetery," detailing a fierce struggle against the Roman Second Legion in 43 AD. Today, its sweeping ramparts remain a masterclass in ancient defensive architecture.

A main south west hotspot for hunting fossils

It is very impressive to walk along the extensive ramparts and enjoy the view of the surrounding countryside.

As far as I am aware, the West Bay coastal path is closed due to many landslip and the path disappearing into the bay.

The view of giant is best from the opposite hill. When I took my photo the chalk was very dull so viewing wasn’t brilliant but I know they restore him every now and again so he should be bright again.The climb up past the giant is very steep so if hiking poles would be a great addition and grippy footwear 👟

Car park at the beach is relatively cheap. toilets are 24 hours open and clean. The shingle beach is...well, a nightmare for miles upon miles of relentless trudging.

The cliff top is closed due to massive erosion and possible land slips. There is a diversion which leads through the golf course.

A lot of coastal erosion at this area as of late, and sections of cliffs, above and below are now off limits to members of the public to due safety reasons. West bay and the cliffs are the locations used for the ITV drama Broadchurch. Fascinating looking around the the little fishing village and seeing the locations used in person.