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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, which can only mean one thing: pumpkin season has arrived! Pull on your wellies, grab a wheelbarrow and head into the fields in search of the…
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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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Summer at Burnbake is all about simple pleasures. Slow mornings amongst the trees, days spent exploring the Jurassic Coast and evenings gathered under star filled skies. Tucked between Corfe Castle and Studland, Burnbake has been welcoming families, couples, walkers, adventure seekers, history…
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Light up your summer evenings with Dorset’s FREE fireworks displays this July and August! The night sky is set to dazzle as colourful rockets whizz, bang and pop overhead. Kids and grown ups will love seeing the explosion of pyrotechnics, and as the events take place later in the evening, why not…
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As any parent of young children will know, days out with 1 to 3 year olds can take quite a bit of planning! That's why Jess from the Visit Dorset team has listed her top picks for a fun, toddler-friendly day out in Dorset. Whilst we can't guarantee they'll be completely tantrum free, we hope it will…
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August is a great time of year to visit Dorset! The sun will be shining (hopefully!), and Dorset is buzzing with fantastic events, things to do and places to go! If you're visiting Dorset in August then this is a great time of year to visit our beaches and get out on the water. Or why not head…
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Over the last few years, all of us have been reminded that the natural world is super important to human health and wellbeing. Even if you know nothing about nature, just getting outside for some fresh air and exercise makes you feel better and recharges your batteries. With such hectic and digital…
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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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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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Jurassic Coast
So summer is just around the corner, and you look like you need a holiday! And unless you’ve...
