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Swanage is a coastal town and civil parish in the south-east of Dorset, England. It lies at the eastern end of the Isle of Purbeck and is one of its two towns, approximately 6+1⁄4 miles (10 km) south of Poole and 25 miles (40 km) east of Dorchester. At the 2021 census, the civil parish had a population of 9,426. Nearby are Ballard Down and Old Harry Rocks, with Studland Bay and Poole Harbour to the north; within the parish are Durlston Bay and Durlston Country Park to the south of the town. The parish also includes the areas of Herston, just to the west of the town, and Durlston, just to the south.

Located on the eastern coast of Dorset, Swanage is a charming town that offers a perfect blend of stunning natural beauty and rich history. Nestled between the Purbeck Hills and the English Channel, the town boasts a picturesque coastline with sandy beaches, rocky cliffs, and crystal clear waters.

One of the main attractions of Swanage is its beach – a long stretch of golden sand that is perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and building sandcastles. The beach is also home to a variety of water sports, including surfing, paddleboarding, and kayaking.