Durdle is derived from the Old English thirl, meaning to pierce, bore or drill, which in turn derives from thyrel, meaning hole. Situated in Lulworth - Dorset - The World's Most Famous Rock Arch - is Durdle Door, is one of Dorset’s most photographed and iconic landmarks. It is part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. The arch has formed on a concordant coastline where bands of rock run parallel to the shoreline. The rock strata are almost vertical, and the bands of rock are quite narrow. Erosion at the western end of the limestone band has resulted in the arch formation.
Although privately owned by the Lulworth Estate, it is open to the public.
UNESCO teams monitor the condition of both the arch and adjacent beach.
Drone footage is done using DJI.
