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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...
I’m Dylan, a miniature schnauzer and I've lived here for nearly a year now, ever since I was 9 weeks old. Me and my human find new walks and places to visit every week so I thought I'd share some of my favourites with you. Duncliffe Wood One of my favourite places to visit at any time of year is…
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Selected by the Good Hotel Guide, these 5 cosy hotels in Dorset are perfect for a winter break to see you through the chilly evenings. Whether you want a log fire and a page turner, a holistic massage and a sauna, or a 300-strong selection of whiskies, it's all right here in Dorset. Skittles and…
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Thomas Hardy, Enid Blyton, Ian McEwan, John Meade Faulkner, Jane Austen, John Fowles: Dorset has more than its fair share of bookish connections, so it’s no wonder that several book festivals have grown up around this literary heritage. Here, the Good Hotel Guide has paired some of its favourite…
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Dylan's Dorset - a dogs view of winter walks At this time of year, the days may be getting shorter and chillier, but that’s no reason to stay indoors; there’s still plenty to see, do and explore in Dorset. And this season doesn’t necessarily mean muddy walks, though a few of those are good too! It’s…
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I’m Dylan, a miniature schnauzer, and I moved to beautiful rural Dorset from West Sussex when I was 9 weeks old. I’m told I’m probably the most handsome dog in Dorset and who am I to argue? I love getting out and about in Dorset; anything that involves walking, sniffing, running, meeting people or…
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Halloween is the time of year when the supernatural are at their most hair-raising and spine-chilling. Feel your skin crawl as you stand amidst ghostly occupants of Dorset’s spooky pubs, stately homes and historic buildings where paranormal activity haunts the grounds and current residents. A…
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It’s no secret that we’re devotees of all things ‘wild’ at Burnbake Campsite and Forest Lodges and we love nothing more than being immersed in nature, living a life of nostalgic simplicity and natural enchantment. We’re spoilt with our location just a few moments away from Corfe Castle, nestled in a…
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Dylan's Dorset - a dogs view of Dorset's beaches If you’re planning a visit to Dorset with your four-legged friend, spending some time on Dorset’s world renowned Jurassic Coast is a must. All along the spectacular coastline are beautiful and easily accessible beaches and best of all, many are…
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Hello, I'm Richard, a passionate walker, enthusiastic photographer, and proud resident of the Isle of Portland. I love to showcase my adventures through my Instagram account - Richie's Incredible Britain - and have teamed up with Visit Dorset to share some of my favourite local locations. Since the…
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Hello, I'm Richie, a Dorset based walker, wanderer, photography enthusiast, content creator and an outdoors soul. I love to showcase my adventures through my Instagram account - Richie's Incredible Britain - and have teamed up with Visit Dorset to share some of my favourite local places. Weymouth is…
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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...
