Kayaker in turquoise sea at Old Harry Rocks, Dorset

Kayaker at Old Harry Rocks

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A dreamy week in Dorset

Follow our 7 day car-free Dorset itinerary and find out why you should use Dorchester as the base for your next...

Dorset pubs with log fires

With a chill in the air, and the need to wrap up in hats, scarves and gloves, what could be better than warming up...

Top 10 Things To Do This Winter

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You may think that Dorset is the perfect place to visit during the summer for our beautiful beaches, stunning coastline and lush rolling hills. And you wouldn’t be wrong! But did you know that our relaxing hotels, warm and welcoming pubs and uplifting events are just as enticing during winter? If…

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Top Reasons to Visit Dorset in January

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As the end of the year approaches, look forward to starting 2026 off on the right foot by planning a trip to Dorset this January. With our beautiful countryside and stunning coastline, you'll give your wellbeing a well deserved boost with a dose of vitamin sea. From spa days and cosy pubs to quirky…

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A dreamy week in Dorset

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Follow our 7 day car-free Dorset itinerary and find out why you should use Dorchester as the base for your next Dorset holiday. There’s no need to drive to get away for a picturesque and memorable holiday in Dorset. Follow our seven-day car-free guide for the ultimate week in Dorset using vibrant…

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24 Festive Things To Do This Christmas

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With just over two months to go, the countdown to Christmas Day in 2025 is well and truly underway! And there’s no better place to soak up the seasonal spirit than in beautiful Dorset - twinkling lights, charming Christmas markets, and cosy countryside escapes await you around every corner. We’ve…

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Christmas Gift Voucher Guide

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Christmas is the season of giving, and what better present to give than the gift of a fantastic experience in Dorset. A gift voucher is the perfect present for the person who has everything, giving them the choice of when to use the voucher. Our farm parks and animal rescue centres also have animal…

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Top Wildlife Watching Locations in Dorset

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As Dorset is blessed with both countryside and coastal habitats, there are lots of opportunities for wildlife watching in the county. From wild heathlands and coastal downlands to rocky cliffs and island nature reserves, as well as two natural harbours, you’ll find a huge diversity of natural…

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Five of the Best Autumn Walks in Dorset

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There’s a reason why a country walk in the Autumn is such a delightful thing to do; it’s the feeling of wrapping up warm and breathing in that insatiable smell of fallen leaves, it’s the dazzling display of rich burgundies and warm golds that ignite the landscape around you, it’s watching the…

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Top Reasons to Visit Dorset in October

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October is a lovely time of year to visit Dorset. As the leaves change from gorgeous green to rusty red and with the rush of summer behind us, the county once again settles into a more relaxed pace. Although the weather may be cooling down and there'll be a few more rainy days, it doesn't mean you…

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Awesome Autumn Colours in Dorset

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With the green leaves of summer starting to turn golden yellow, rusty orange and ruby red, it can mean only one thing - autumn is on its way. Dorset’s amazing autumn colours easily rival America’s famous ‘Fall’ - in fact we think they are even better! Stroll through beautiful vistas, breathe in…

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Top Reasons to Visit Dorset in September

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The ‘season of mists and mellow fruitfulness’ is upon us, the point in the year where summer still lingers on, but autumn is beginning to rear its head. The harvest is being gathered, the landscape is coloured golden and the hedgerows are full of blackberries and spiders spinning their silk…

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Dorset handrawn heart Jurassic Coast

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.