A Dorset beach has been named among the world's best 100 beaches to visit in 2024.

Durdle Door was featured in a book from Lonely Planet titled 'Best Beaches: 100 of the World’s Most Incredible Beaches'.

It was one of only two beaches from England that made the list, with the other being Kynance Cove in Cornwall.

A description of the book reads: "From dazzling coves with sprawling coastlines to mystical shores with azure waters, Lonely Planet's experts present 100 of the most incredible beaches in the world plus the reasons why each is so unique and special.

Bournemouth Echo: Durdle Door is often listed among the UK's best beachesDurdle Door is often listed among the UK's best beaches (Image: Tom Lawrence/Newsquest)

"Explore our planet's most exceptional and unexpected beaches through an impeccable combination of aerial and ground photography.

"Discover essential information on how to reach each utopia, and find handy 'top 5' themed lists detailing the best beaches for wildlife, sunsets, people watching, and more."

'Best Beaches: 100 of the World’s Most Incredible Beaches' can be purchased from the website here.

Durdle Door among world's best 100 beaches

Durdle Door near Lulworth often features on lists detailing the best beaches to visit in the UK and is known as one of the most famous landmarks in Dorset due to its unique arching cliff formation.

The site has also earned rave reviews from tourists on Tripadvisor, accumulating a 4.5/5 rating on the site from 4,233 reviews.

Bournemouth Echo: Durdle Door is a location well-received by those who visit itDurdle Door is a location well-received by those who visit it (Image: Tom Ward/Dorset Camera Club)

One person wrote: "First we had a nice little look around the village and Lulworth cove, stocked up on some sweet treats, then headed over Durdle Door.

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"A really scenic ocean-side walk. You can make this a relaxing stroll or you can pick up the pace and get a good work-out, it is entirely up to the visitor."

Another posted: "Durdle door is incredible! The walk is not easy but u can take it at your own pace! Views are out of this world!"

Meanwhile, another shared: "We parked at Lulworth Cove and walked up the hill to see Durdle Door This was quite a challenge but well worth the views."