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In Dorset you'll never be far from traditional and pretty villages to explore. Each Dorset village has its own character, history, individual charm and tale to tell.
Here's just a taster of some of Dorset's best villages, whether you come across them by chance on a ramble or cycle ride or you've set off to find that quirky pub, interesting church or village tearoom for a slice of Dorset apple cake!
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Wareham
Bere Regis is found in north west Purbeck between Dorchester and Poole and is a short distance to Moreton and Bovington. The beautiful Athelhampton House is just a short drive away on the edge of Puddletown village.
The village features St John the Baptist church which has a history dating back...
Dorchester
Running alongside the River Piddle, Alton Pancras is a small village with its church dedicated to St. Pancras. Little features remain from the 15th century when the church was built however its organ has an interesting history, having been originally a fairground organ, and thus has a different...
Dorchester
The village of Broadmayne lines the main road between Dorchester and Wool and although not one of the prettiest villages in Dorset, it has retained some good cottages. One of the cottages in particular behind the main road is made of brick and dated 1732, a very rare occurrence so early in Dorset....
Portland
Once a busy area serving the numerous sailors that came through from the Dockyard, it is now popular for those wishing to dive in the waters off Portland. An area steeped in military history it was also the site that much of the world famous Portland stone was shipped to London from. The Tudor...
The Esplanade, Weymouth
The first part of the name is derived from the Old English words 'sud' (south) and tun (farm). The manor here was held by the Poyntz family from the 13th century. On 18th April 1908 a serious fire broke out in the village and by the time the Weymouth Fire Brigade arrived, almost a quarter of a mile...
Portland
Portland's most southerly village made up of quaint quarrymen cottages and new houses with a village pub in the centre of the village. Park here and access the wonderful round-island cliff walks. A variety of self catering cottages and The Venue hotel and spa.
The Esplanade, Weymouth
Wyke Regis takes its name from the old word 'wic' or even 'ic' and there are various opinions as to its meaning - it may be 'dairy farm', dependent farm (of Portland?) or harbour/fishery. The 'Regis' indicates royal ownership dating back to the 13th century, when the village is named as 'Kingeswic'...
Portland
One of Portland's ancient hamlets, a fishing village with cottages built on the back of Chesil Beach. The village lies at the point where the massive Chesil Beach joins Portland to the Dorset mainland. Equally magnificent on a warm summer's day as it is in the full force of a winter's storm.
Portland
Originally known as Fortunes' well because it was an island settlement established around a small watercourse. The main road through to the top of the island has a wide variety of properties, some are small Portland stone cottages that were built on steep slopes. As you climb the hill St John's...
Portland
Easton is the shopping centre of Portland that surrounds the Victorian gardens in the centre of the main square. A range of traditional shops, superstore and cafes for you to choose from. Several self catering cottages available nearby and easy access to the coastpath and National Sailing Academy.
