Where is Fossil Forest?

Fossil Forest is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BH20 5RH), in the parish of West Lulworth.

How do I get to Fossil Forest?

The nearest railway station is Wool, about 7.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode BH20 5RH.

Is Fossil Forest a protected site?

Yes — Fossil Forest is part of the South Dorset Coast SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Dorset National Landscape (AONB).

Is Fossil Forest free to visit?

Yes, Fossil Forest is free to enter.

How do I get to Fossil Forest?

The nearest railway station is Wool, about 7.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BH20 5RH.

Forests & woodlands · South West England

Fossil Forest

In or near West Lulworth.

Free admission★ 4.4 · 209 Google reviews

Fossil Forest — a other in england-south-east, United Kingdom.

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1 h–3 h
Nearest railway station: Wool · 7.4 km

Free entry
Family-friendly
Dog-friendly

Fossil Forest is a other located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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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

Fossil Forest is located in South-East England. It features an ancient forest with preserved tree stumps and roots, providing insight into prehistoric ecosystems. This site is significant for its geological importance and is a key location for palaeontological research.

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

Coordinates: 50.6163, -2.2413
District: Dorset
Parish: West Lulworth
Postcode: BH20 5RH
Parliamentary constituency: South Dorset
Nearest railway station: Wool — 7.4 km

Sources

osm: node/276536403 (ODbL)

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