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Unlock the secrets to what makes Dorset so special through the lens of our bloggers....we're sure you'll be inspired to make a visit and create your own story, leaving with memories to last a lifetime!
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Whether you are planning a holiday or day trip or just wondering what there is to see and do in Dorset during July, here's some fabulous ideas for how to spend your summer. July really is the time to get outside to enjoy the south coast sunshine and warmer evenings. So, it's not surprising that this…
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Discover the story behind Palmers Brewery through an interview with the head brewer, Darren, including his passion for beer and favourite place in Dorset. Can you tell us…
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June heralds the arrival of summer in Dorset with long days, sunny skies and warm temperatures, meaning there’s plenty of outdoor fun in store if you’re visiting Dorset this month. For a full list of events happening in Dorset during June, take a look at our What's On in June guide. Dine Al Fresco…
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If you’re dreaming of a holiday that slows the pace and brings you closer to nature, a farm stay in Dorset is the perfect escape. From cosy cottages to adventure‑filled glamping, these welcoming farms and smallholdings offer fresh local produce, friendly animals and wide‑open countryside right on…
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There’s a particular kind of magic to Dorset at Easter. It’s not loud or showy. And that’s because it doesn’t need to be. It’s in the way the light lingers a little longer over the water. The smell of salt in the air as winter finally loosens its grip. The first proper warmth of the sun on your face…
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Enid Blyton absolutely loved her holidays in Dorset, particularly the Isle of Purbeck, and visited three times a year for over 20 years. Some of her best known children's books were inspired by the real places and people she met in Dorset. Spend 72 hours in the Isle of Purbeck and have a jolly good…
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May is one of the most magical months to…
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This year marks 25 years since the Jurassic Coast became England’s only natural UNESCO World Heritage Site, and we’ve got 10 fantastic ways for you to explore its beauty and history. The Jurassic Coast stretches for 95 miles between Studland in Dorset and Exmouth in Devon. Its uniqueness places it…
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English Tourism Week is nearly here (13 - 22 March) and this year, the theme focusses on "Local Stories, National Growth". Here at Visit Dorset, we're lucky enough to live, breathe and explore Dorset as part of our jobs every single day. But while we spend most of our time helping visitors discover…
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As spring sweeps across the countryside, Dorset's woodlands transform into a breathtaking tapestry of violet and green. There's something truly magical about walking through ancient woods, with the ground beneath your feet carpeted with a sea of bluebells, the air filled with the soft scent of new…
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What does your Dorset look like? Adventures on our epic coastline? Visiting attractions with family? A walk through the beautiful countryside? Or perhaps a chilled out evening eating and drinking with friends? Discover a sample of your #VisitDorset images below and share your love for Dorset using the hashtag on Instagram.