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Severe Winter Storms Cause Damage at Durdle Door Beach

2/25/2026

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Severe winter storms damaged access at Durdle Door in Dorset, causing the steps to collapse and a red danger sign to be posted.
The Lulworth Estate owns the site and says safety is the priority.
It is unclear when the beach will reopen.
Erosion along the Jurassic Coast has affected Charmouth and other areas.
Cliffs have deteriorated, with a 30ft section splitting away and creating hazards on the beach.

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Story summary

Severe winter storms damaged access at Durdle Door in Dorset, causing the steps to collapse and a red danger sign to be posted.
The Lulworth Estate owns the site and says safety is the priority.
It is unclear when the beach will reopen.
Erosion along the Jurassic Coast has affected Charmouth and other areas.
Cliffs have deteriorated, with a 30ft section splitting away and creating hazards on the beach.