From staggering views to natural rock pools perfect for exploring, here are five of the prettiest seaside spots in Dorset.

The park will have views of the ceremonial medal run during the Olympics Plans by the London 2012 Olympic organisers to build viewing structures in an area of Weymouth, Dorset, have been approved.

With a prime position on the Jurassic Coast, this Dorset harbour town is well placed ... many of the rooms at Gloucester House offer unobstructed views of Weymouth Bay. Photograph by Gloucester ...

A short six-minute walk from Weymouth train station ... chillier winter days, the Dorset coastline offers a stunning location to stroll and soak up the seaside views. Abiding memories can be ...

Here are just a few of these gorgeous running routes you can find around Dorset. The Hengistbury Head route offers great ...

An observation wheel offering "fantastic views of the iconic Jurassic coastline" is set to open later in Dorset. The 26m (85ft) high white wheel has been built on the Esplanade at Weymouth Beach ...

Residents and holidaymakers in Weymouth, Dorset will be barred from looking at the sea next ... Even homes and holiday accommodation overlooking the sea will have their views blocked. Officials are ...

Weymouth also means beaches. Yep. Beaches. The sands of George Lane Beach, for one, rise to the boulder-reinforced concrete break wall in front of this two-story home, which boasts views of Fore ...

Plans by the London 2012 Olympic organisers to build viewing structures in an area of Weymouth, Dorset, have been approved ... year and had to balance the views of people with opposing views ...

It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald. DORSET is known for its picturesque ... This 8.3km route starts along Weymouth's "sweeping harbour" where runners will make their way ...