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The Great Britain Guide

Caves Β· South West England

Sunset Hole (East Enterance)

In or near Fortuneswell.

Sunset Hole (East Enterance) β€” cave in england south east.

Sunset Hole (East Enterance), caves in South West England

Gareth James β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Weymouth Β· 6.9 km

About

Sunset Hole (East Enterance) is a cave located in england south east. A British cave recorded in OpenStreetMap. Most are in carboniferous limestone country.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Nicodemus Heights SSSI
  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Isle of Portland SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Sunset Hole (East Entrance) is a cave located in South-East England. This geological feature is known for its distinctive formations and natural beauty. Visitors can explore the cave's interior, which showcases the region's unique limestone landscape. The site is suitable for those interested in geology and cave exploration.

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

Coordinates
50.5560, -2.4303
District
Dorset
Parish
Portland
Postcode
DT5 1FR
Parliamentary constituency
South Dorset
Nearest railway station
Weymouth β€” 6.9 km

Sources

Other places nearby

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Archaeological sites Β· South West England

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Where to eat & stay near Sunset Hole (East Enterance)

Places to stay

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Hostels Β· South West England

Young Men's Christian Association

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Hotels Β· South West England

Royal Breakwater

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Caravan parks Β· South West England

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Portland Spa Hotel

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Campsites Β· South West England

Sweet Hill Farm

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Chesil Holiday Park

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Places to eat & drink

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Historic pubs Β· South West England

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The George Inn

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Old Rooms Inn

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Sunset Hole (East Enterance)?
Sunset Hole (East Enterance) is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode DT5 1FR), in the parish of Portland.
What is Sunset Hole (East Enterance)?
Sunset Hole (East Enterance) β€” cave in england south east.
How do I get to Sunset Hole (East Enterance)?
The nearest railway station is Weymouth, about 6.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode DT5 1FR.
Is Sunset Hole (East Enterance) a protected site?
Yes β€” Sunset Hole (East Enterance) is part of the Nicodemus Heights SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Isle of Portland SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
How do I get to Sunset Hole (East Enterance)?
The nearest railway station is Weymouth, about 6.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DT5 1FR.