Anvil Point
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Anvil Point is part of the Jurassic Coast on the Isle of Purbeck in Dorset, England. It is within the grounds of Durlston Country Park and is about 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) from Swanage town centre. Anvil Point Lighthouse is located on the point.
Geology[]
Anvil Point is in the eastern part of the Portland limestone and the Purbeck beds that stretches from Durlston Head to St. Aldhelm's Head. For a long time the cliffs along this stretch of coast were quarried at Tilly Whim Caves, Dancing Ledge, and Winspit.
Leisure[]
Local leisure activities include walking and rock climbing.
References[]
Categories:
- Isle of Purbeck
- History of Dorset
- Jurassic Coast
- Swanage