Archaeological sites · South West England
Godlingston Heath (C)
In or near Harman's Cross.
Godlingston Heath (C) — a archaeological in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Herston Halt · 2.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Godlingston Heath (C) is a archaeological 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
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Studland & Godlingston Heaths SSSI
- National Nature Reserve: PURBECK HEATHS
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Dorset
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Godlingston Heath is an archaeological site located in South-East England. It is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), notable for its ecological and historical significance. The site provides insights into the area's past and is of interest to researchers and enthusiasts alike.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 50.6371, -1.9914
- District
- Dorset
- Parish
- Swanage
- Postcode
- BH19 3AA
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Dorset
- Nearest railway station
- Herston Halt — 2.8 km
Sources
- osm: way/363638779 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Godlingston Heath (C)?
- Godlingston Heath (C) is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BH19 3AA), in the parish of Swanage.
- What is Godlingston Heath (C)?
- Godlingston Heath (C) — a archaeological in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Godlingston Heath (C)?
- The nearest railway station is Herston Halt, about 2.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode BH19 3AA.
- Is Godlingston Heath (C) a protected site?
- Yes — Godlingston Heath (C) is part of the South Dorset Coast SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Studland & Godlingston Heaths SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Godlingston Heath (C) free to visit?
- Yes, Godlingston Heath (C) is free to enter.
- How do I get to Godlingston Heath (C)?
- The nearest railway station is Herston Halt, about 2.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BH19 3AA.