English Heritage sites near Kimmeridge Parish

Jordan Hill Roman Temple

JORDAN HILL ROMAN TEMPLE

14 miles from Kimmeridge Parish

The foundations of a 4th century Romano-Celtic temple with fine coastal views.

Portland Castle

PORTLAND CASTLE

15 miles from Kimmeridge Parish

Built by Henry VIII to defend England, the castle also played a part in the First and Second World Wars. Attractions include the Tudor kitchen, great hall, gardens, sea views, tearooms and audio tour.

Maiden Castle

MAIDEN CASTLE

16 miles from Kimmeridge Parish

Among the largest and most complex of Iron Age hillforts in Europe, Maiden Castle’s huge multiple ramparts enclose an area the size of 50 football pitches and once protected hundreds of residents.

Christchurch Castle and Norman House

CHRISTCHURCH CASTLE AND NORMAN HOUSE

17 miles from Kimmeridge Parish

The castle remains include parts of the keep and the 12th century riverside chamber block or Norman House, a very early example of domestic architecture including a rare Norman chimney.

The Nine Stones

THE NINE STONES

20 miles from Kimmeridge Parish

Now in a wooded glade, this small prehistoric circle of nine standing stones was constructed around 4,000 years ago and is surrounded by a mysterious air. Winterbourne Poor Lot Barrows are nearby.

Knowlton Church and Earthworks

KNOWLTON CHURCH AND EARTHWORKS

21 miles from Kimmeridge Parish

The siting of this ruined medieval church at the centre of a Neolithic ritual henge earthwork symbolises the transition from pagan to Christian worship and creates an atmospheric scene.


Churches in Kimmeridge Parish

Kimmeridge: St Nicholas of Myra

No churches found in Kimmeridge Parish