What's On
Underwater Photograph Exhibition
From Friday 14th June
Come and discover the world beneath the Pier.
We are very privileged to be showing some of Paul and Alison Pettitt's amazing underwater photographs of what is hidden under the Pier.
The exhibition is on the lower deck of the Pier, so is weather dependent.
Normal admission to the Pier applies.
October
Park to Pier Walk
Sunday 20th October at 10.30am
Meeting at Durlston Castle, join a Ranger for a stroll from Durlston Castle to Swanage Pier, on the way discovering the history, wildlife and geology of Durlston Bay. Once you reach the Pier, you will have the opportunity for a history talk led by a Pier Volunteer.
Adult - £5.00
Child - £3.00
No booking required just turn up on the day.
Meeting at Durlston Castle.
Halloween Fun on Swanage Pier
Halloween Trail
Saturday 26h October - Sunday 3rd November
Join us at Swanage Pier this half term for our new spook-tacular Trail!!
Explore the Pier to find the hidden spooky creatures and solve the Halloween riddle! Completing our Halloween-themed quiz on the way.
After you’ve found all the spooky items and completed the quiz, hand in your sheet at the Pier gift shop to claim your prize and be entered into our draw to win exciting Halloween goodies!
£1.50 per sheet
Normal Adult Admission to the Pier applies
Halloween Crafts
Thursday 31st October - 11am - 3pm
It’s time to get crafty this October half term, creating Halloween themed masterpieces. Perfect for the upcoming spookiest time of the year, led by our lovely volunteers.
Drop in between 11.00am and 3.00pm on Thursday 31st October.
£2.00 per child for as many scary Crafts as you can make!
November
Tale of Two Piers Tour
Friday 1st November - 2.30pm
Enjoy a tour following in the footsteps of the Victorians in a stroll along the pier, a pleasure that has been enjoyed by generations.
Experience a breath of fresh air and great views while learning about the history of the pier told by one of our Volunteers.
Tours start at the gatehouse, normal admission applies to the Pier.
For future information please contact activities@swanagepiertrust.com or 01929 425 806
Park to Pier Walk
Saturday 23rd November at 10.30am
Meeting at Durlston, you will firstly have the opportunity to learn more about the country park led by a Ranger. You will then be joined by a Pier Volunteer for a stroll from down to the Pier, on the way discovering the history, wildlife and geology of the bay.
Adult - £5.00
Child - £3.00
No booking required just turn up on the day.
Meeting at Durlston Country Park at 10.30am
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February
Park to Pier Walk
Sunday 9th February at 10.30am
Meeting at Durlston Castle, join a Ranger for a stroll from Durlston Castle to Swanage Pier, on the way discovering the history, wildlife and geology of Durlston Bay. Once you reach the Pier, you will have the opportunity for a history talk led by a Pier Volunteer.
Adult - £5.00
Child - £3.00
No booking required just turn up on the day.
Meeting at Durlston Castle.
March
Park to Pier Walk
Saturday 22nd March at 10.30am
Meeting at Durlston, you will firstly have the opportunity to learn more about the country park led by a Ranger. You will then be joined by a Jurassic Coast Volunteer for a stroll from down to the Pier, on the way discovering the history, wildlife and geology of the bay.
Adult - £5.00
Child - £3.00
No booking required just turn up on the day.
Meeting at Durlston Country Park at 10.30am