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As autumn leaves give way to the crisp embrace of winter, many of us set our sights on a cosy escape. If...
Winter brings a very different kind of visitor to Dorset. Thousands of migratory birds travel from across northern...
I’m going to make a confession: I’d never visited Dorset. Not once. When people talk about visiting,...
With a chill in the air, and the need to wrap up in hats, scarves and gloves, what could be better than warming up...
There’s a reason why a country walk in the Autumn is such a delightful thing to do; it’s the feeling...
What if choosing your Christmas tree this year could also help protect one of Dorset’s rarest landscapes? On...
With just over three months to go, the countdown to Christmas Day in 2026 is well and truly underway! And...
Christmas is the season of giving, and what better present to give than the gift of a fantastic experience in...
This winter, discover a different side of Dorset. Crisp coastal walks, dark starlit skies, fascinating wildlife and...
Autumn is finally here in sunny Dorset, fields are being harvested and tree-lined avenues are turning from green to gold and auburn - there are conkers and acorns underfoot! This is the perfect time of year to visit the cultural heritage capital of Dorset. Dorchester, Dorset’s County Town and the…
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Gone are the days when this historic seaside town was just a place to visit in summer. When the carefree days of summer come to an end, the entertainment continues all year around in Swanage. Swanage experiences some of the best weather on the south coast of England, even rain showers are beautiful…
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I’m Cheryl, a member of the Visit Dorset tourism team and I love exploring family-friendly, off road cycle routes. This is the second part of my family cycle ride, exploring the North Dorset Trailway. In my previous blog, my family and I cycled a 3 mile section of the North Dorset Trailway from…
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What is there to do in Weymouth? Where do we start! Weymouth is a fantastic place to visit and there is so much to do for all ages! Here are our top 10 ideas but there are lots more! 1. Nothe Fort Nothe Fort is Weymouth’s number 1, award-winning heritage attraction and is a great day out for the…
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Enjoy the Georgian grandeur of Weymouth, followed by the wild landscapes of the Isle of Portland on this 2 day short break to the Dorset coast. Photo - Weymouth Harbour © Richie's Incredible Britain Perfect for a weekend escape, this 48 hour itinerary visits the harbourside town of Weymouth on day 1…
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Boasting some of Britain’s best scenery and weather, what better way to experience Dorset than with a holiday in the great outdoors? Glamping offers a truly unique experience and combines the comforts of home while getting you closer to nature. We’ve pulled together some of our favourite reasons to…
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Get away far from the madding crowds to spend a relaxing couple of days in Thomas Hardy country. Enjoy woodland walks, cosy inns and immerse yourself in the life and works of one of England's greatest writers with our 48 hour itinerary. The 19th century novelist and poet is Dorset’s most famous…
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Silverlake Estate in Dorset provides safe, secure and breath-taking holiday homes, based around a calm freshwater lake with sweeping views. Discover the pure beauty of Dorset at the Silverlake Estate, which perfectly captures the essence and charm of the local area. At Silverlake, we aim to make…
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Dorset is a county that attracts and welcomes thousands of visitors every week, growing in number all the time. Like you, they are keen to experience and enjoy the Jurassic Coast, the hills and valleys, castles and wildlife locals love too. Take all the hassle out of planning a walking route and…
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Tucked inside our wonderful Wareham woodland, we’re no strangers to being told that Burnbake feels like a charming discovery from the folk who stay with us, so we wanted to return the favour. We all know Dorset’s most famous beauty spots, such as Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, along with its quaint…
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Jurassic Coast
So summer is just around the corner, and you look like you need a holiday! And unless you’ve...
