Where is St Aldhelm's Head?

St Aldhelm's Head is in South-East 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. 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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