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Keep Dorset Special

From the stunning World Heritage Coast to rolling green hills, Dorset is a very special place. There are little steps that everyone can take to ensure that Dorset stays special, especially when it comes to sustaining the beautiful landscape. Take care of the natural environment by keeping to public rights of way and never walk through crops. Close gates unless they are already tied open. Help reduce traffic bywalking, cycling and using public transport and always take your litter home.

'Go for Green' and conserve the natural beauty of Dorset. There are plenty of ways to ensure you do your bit for the environment. Choose to eat local food and you will be supporting our local producers. Our regular farmers' markets ensure that local produce is always available, and when eating out in Dorset, look out for the 'Direct from Dorset' logo to ensure you are buying truly local, quality goods.

Choose to stay in 'green accredited' accommodation. Establishments that are part of the Green Tourism Business Scheme, Bellamy Award, and Jurassic Coast Quality Business Scheme or similar have made a special effort to care for Dorset and have proven this with careful management of water, energy and waste. By staying at these special places, you can be sure that you will be doing your bit for Dorset.

When getting out and about in Dorset, consider a healthy way to see this beautiful part of the country. Walking in Dorset brings benefits to both you and the environment. With so many coast and countryside walks to choose from, why not get some fresh air and experience this special place on foot. Or if you prefer, hop on two wheels and cycle through Dorset's pretty towns and villages. Whichever 'green' way you choose to travel, please keep to public footpaths and cycle paths for your own safety and to prevent the disturbance of wildlife.

Finally, when visiting the beautiful countryside of Dorset, please take into consideration other peoples enjoyment of the environment and take your litter home, keep your dog under control and clean up after it.

For more information about how to protect the landscape, visit www.dorsetaonb.org.uk. The Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) partnership aims to conserve and enhance the natural beauty and heritage of the Dorset AONB and Keep Dorset Special!