In order to preserve or improve the amenities of the roads covered in the County of Dorset (Various Roads, Purbeck District) (Prohibition of use of Highways by Contract Carriages) Order 1975, drivers of coaches and minibuses with a total capacity of 12 seats or more need to carry a permit issued by Dorset Council.
Domestic, trade vehicles and vehicles with a capacity of less than 11 seats are not covered by this restriction and need not apply for a permit.
There is no charge for the permit. Applications must be made at least 5 working days before the date of travel. The driver of the vehicle will need a copy of the permit and keep it in the vehicle at all times during the journey.
Download a map of the area and roads covered by the permit scheme.
The following villages are covered by the permit scheme:
Church Knowle
Steeple
Tyneham - this location is within the MOD Ranges and access is under their control. Sometimes roads are closed during firing times. Contact MOD Lulworth (Lulworth Gunnery Ranges Office) on 01929 404712 for further information
West Creech Hill
roads to Worth Matravers
no coach parking available in the village
access with a permit is permitted for drop-off and collection only
vehicles will need to leave the village and park in an acceptable location
Dorset Council expects all applicants and bus and coach operators/drivers to be considerate of the limited and narrow road network during their visit and park appropriately without causing unnecessary obstruction.
We cannot advise on appropriate parking places, which is the responsibility of the applicant and or the bus/coach operator to investigate prior to their visit. See our coach parking information for more details.
