Swanage Collection

Swanage, BR poster, c 1955
Poster produced for British Railways (BR) Southern Region to promote rail travel to the coastal resort of Swanage in Dorset. The poster shows a view of Swanage Bay. Artwork by Verney L Danvers

UK, England, Dorset, Corfe Castle and station on the Swanage Railway

West Cliff, Bournemouth, Dorset, looking towards Swanage - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Sunrise at Old Harry Rocks, Jurassic coast, Swanage, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, UK

Mill Pond, Swanage
A lovely tranquil scene, with ducks on the old mill-pond in the charming village of Swanage, Dorset, England. Date: 1939

Sandbanks Chain Ferry No. 1 - Entrance to Poole Harbour
The No.1 steam-powered Sandbanks chain ferry. Sandbanks Ferry is a vehicular chain ferry which crosses the entrance of Poole Harbour in the English county of Dorset

Beach, Swanage, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Stone jetty and new pier at dawn, Swanage, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Chalk stacks and cliffs at Old Harry Rocks, between Swanage and Purbeck, Dorset, Jurassic Coast, UNESCO World Heritage Site, England, United Kingdom, Europe

England, Dorset, Swanage. The timber remains of the Old Pier at Swanage, and the Wellington Clock Tower in the background, which originally stood at the southern end of London Bridge

Aerial image of Corfe Castle, Purbeck Hills, between Wareham and Swanage, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Punch & Judy show on the beach at Swanage, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Swanage foreshore at low tide
Low tide at Swanage beach, Jurassic coast Dorset England

Two Boys by Mill Pond
Two little boys watch the ducks in the old mill-pond in the charming village of Swanage, Dorset

High Street, Swanage, Dorset
High Street, Swanage, near Poole, Dorset, England. Showing Frank Coxs Boot Stores Date: 1905

Church, Studland, Dorset
Church, Studland, Swanage, near Harmans Cross, Dorset, England. Date: 1914

The Village, Kingston, Dorset
The Village, Kingston, Corfe Castle, near Swanage, Dorset, England. Date: 1906

Remains of the old pier on misty morning, Swanage, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

UK, England, Dorset, Isle of Purbeck, Swanage, Jurassic Coast, The Foreland or Handfast Point, Old Harry Rocks

Aerial view of Old Harry Rocks, Jurassic coast, Swanage, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, UK

Aerial view at sunrise of the Old Harry Rocks, chalky formations near Handfast Point, on the Isle of Purbeck in Dorset, Jurassic Coast, southern England

UK, England, Dorset, Swanage, Swanage Bay

One beach chairs on the white sand with blue sky and summer sea background. Summer, Vacation, Travel and Holiday concept

Swanage Bay and Pier, c1910. From Souvenir of Bournemouth. [J. H. Bishop, Bournemouth, ]

Early Spider Orchid (Ophrys sphegodes), Durleston Country Park, Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, Swanage, Dorset, England, UK

Old Harry Rocks, Ballard Down, Jurassic Coast, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, UK

Old Swanage Pier, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England

The Pinnacles from Ballard Down, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England

Old Harry Rocks from Ballard Down, Swanage, Dorset, England

UK, England, Dorset, Swanage, Jurassic Coast, The Foreland or Handfast Point, The Pinnacles

UK, England, Dorset, Swanage, Crab Bucket and spades

Old Swanage Date: early 1900s

Old Swanage, early 1900s Date: early 1900s

Old Harry, Swanage Date: early 1900s

Old Harry, Swanage, early 1900s Date: early 1900s

The Swanage Globe

Swanage Globe Victorian period

Swanage Victorian period

Swanage Pier

Swanage Pier Victorian period

Tilly Whim Caves, Swanage

Tilly Whim Caves, Swanage, Victorian period

Swanage early 1900s

Swanage

Swanage Globe, early 1900s

Highcliffe, Swanage, Dorset Date: 1946

Swanage, Dorset, viewed from the north - Painted by William Carruthers Affleck for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Gardens and Promenade, Swanage, Dorset - Painted by William Carruthers Affleck for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

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Swanage, a picturesque coastal town located in Dorset, England, is truly a hidden gem. With its stunning landscapes and rich history, it captivates the hearts of all who visit. Transport yourself back to 1955 with the iconic BR poster showcasing Swanage's charm. The image transports you to a time when life was simpler and slower-paced. As the sun rises over Old Harry Rocks on the Jurassic Coast, you can't help but be mesmerized by nature's beauty. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers breathtaking views that will leave you in awe. Take a step back in time at Corfe Castle and its railway station on the Swanage Railway. Immerse yourself in history as you explore this ancient landmark nestled amidst the Isle of Purbeck. The tranquil Mill Pond invites you to relax and unwind while enjoying the peacefulness that Swanage has to offer, and is an oasis of serenity that provides respite from everyday life. Swanage's sandy beach beckons visitors with its golden shores and crystal-clear waters. Whether for swimming or simply basking under the sun, this idyllic spot promises endless enjoyment. Embark on an adventure across Poole Harbour through Sandbanks Chain Ferry No. 1 - an entranceway into another world waiting to be explored. Discover new horizons as you set sail towards unknown destinations. Marvel at Old Harry Rocks' chalk stacks and cliffs along Dorset's Jurassic Coast – nature's masterpiece carved by centuries of wind and waves. These majestic formations are sure to leave an indelible mark on your memory. Witnessing the timber remains of Swanage's old pier evokes nostalgia for days gone by – reminding us of resilience amid changing times. It stands as a testament to both past glory and enduring spirit. At dawn, experience tranquility like never before as you stroll along Stone Jetty and admire Swanage's new pier emerging from darkness into light – symbolizing hope and new beginnings.