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Situated in Purbeck in the heart of one of the most popular tourist areas in the
country, Buddens is surrounded by activities, attractions and places of interest
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- Beaches
sandy beaches at Studland, Swanage & Weymouth; the shingle bay at Worbarrow
and rock pools galore at Kimmeridge, all with crystal clear waters ideal for snorkelling
- Walks and hike routes
inland along the fabulous ridge walk to Corfe Castle or the Dorset Coast path, part
of the South West Coast Path and theJurassic Coast - England's first natural World
Heritage Site.
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Dragon Boat racing in Weymouth |
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Skiing at Warmwell |
- Wareham Forest
with miles of marked tracks and a stunning Iron Age Fort, is easily accessible from
Buddens on foot or on bicycle. Sika Trail - a 7 mile marked cycle trail. Ideal for
hikes, basic navigation exercises and for DoE expeditions.
- Swanage Railway
For an outing with a difference try The Swanage Railway. The restored steam railway
operates regular services to and from Corfe Castle and Swanage. Some groups have
combined a hike from Corfe to Swanage and returned by train - or vice versa. Park
& ride facilities at both ends.
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- Cycle routes
the Purbeck Cycleway has 6 waymarked cycle routes around the area varying from 12
to 47 miles. Route maps and details available from Buddens or from the Wareham Tourist
Information Centre 01929 552740. Cycle hire from The Cycle Station, Norden Park
& Ride, 07971 929598 (Easter to October); Bike About Swanage 01929 425050: Bovington
Motor World 01929 463632
- High ropes course
and other activities at Brenscombe Activity Centre approximately 12 miles from Buddens. Contact Tim Hughes 01929 481222.
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Gliding |
- Gliding
experience flights with Dorset Gliding Club 2 miles from Buddens 01929 405599.
- Sea fishing
from Poole, Swanage and Weymouth
- Horse riding and pony trekking
at Lulworth Equestrian Centre 01929 400439
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- Kayaking
on the 2 local tidal rivers, the Frome & the Piddle - both feed into the upper
reaches of Poole Harbour. What about a kayak expedition to Brownsea from Wareham
all tidal with no access problems.
- The famous Tank Museum
at Bovington, with live tank demonstrations on Tuesdays and Thursdays through the
season. Group discounts available 01929 405096
- Monkey World
Meet the relatives, world renowned primate rescue centre (4 miles). Group discounts
from 01929 462537
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....and, of course, Brownsea Island.
For details of further activities and attractions
in the local area,
contact the Purbeck Information
& Heritage Centre, Wareham. 01929 552740.
The Buddens Centre Manager
lives locally and can assist with planning your stay at Buddens. He can recommend
hike and cycling routes in the locality, approved campsites for overnight stays
etc.
Many of the activities listed above have been used successfully by groups visiting
Buddens. Inclusion in this website does not imply that the organisation is approved
of or endorsed by Buddens or Dorset Scouts. Visiting Scout groups thinking of using
these activities must satisfy themselves that the organisations meet the requirements
for outside activity
providers as laid down in POR and relevant Factsheets. Non
Scouting organisations are encouraged to do the same. |