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This holiday hotspot will be quieter after the summer crowds have gone, making October the perfect time to visit. Boasting a World Heritage Site shoreline, fossil-laden beaches, fairy-tale castles and a treasure trove of heritage attractions, add Dorset to your list of places to visit this autumn.
Isle of Portland
This tied island marks the southernmost point on the infamous Jurassic Coast and is joined to the mainland by Chesil Beach. Its isolated location, quaint villages and rocky, coastal scenery give the island its own unique feel. Just four miles long by a mileand-a-half wide at its broadest point, though the isle is small it’s packed with interesting things to see and do. Steeped in maritime history and heritage, there are museums, castles and not one but three lighthouses to explore, not to mention its harbour is one of the largest man-made harbours in the world. Portland is also a haven for millions of migrating birds – head 42 MOTOR CARAVANNER October 2021
Isle of Portland
to the Portland Bill Observatory to see what you can spot.
Monkey World
Home to the stars of TVs Monkey Life and Monkey Business, this fascinating ape rescue centre provides sanctuary for endangered and rescued primates. The park houses the largest group of
chimpanzees outside of Africa, as well as three groups of orangutans (including Europe’s official orang-utan creche), and many other species of monkey. Daily keepers’ talks provide informative insight into life at the park and its inhabitants, plus there are also pre-bookable guided tours available if you want to find out even more. Monkey World
