With Valentine’s day fast approaching, what better way to tell your partner you love them, than surprising them with a romantic trip away…

Visit the glorious Dorset countryside and explore the ancient market town of Sherborne. Whether you visit for the day or spend a night or two within the town, there is so much to do it will be hard not to come back.

Start your visit by exploring the charming shops within the town. There are so many individual family-owned boutiques along with a variety of antique shops to discover, with child and dog friendly shops, Sherborne welcomes all the family!

Shops along Cheap St Sherborne

Whether you’re shopping for yourself or finding that unique present for someone special , you are guaranteed to find the perfect gift in Sherborne.

Walking through the ancient town you will find many hidden gems to stop and have a bite to eat. Whether you want a takeaway bakery treat, a delicious coffee or a sit down lunch, there is something for every appetite.

To walk off your lunch take a stroll through Pageant gardens or visit the wonderful Sherborne Abbey. With so much history and culture around the town it is hard not to admire the architect on the old buildings.

Front of Sherborne Abbey

If you are staying overnight, why not try Sherborne’s 5 star guest accommodation, The Eastbury & Spa. Book their overnight romance package where you will be treated to a one-night bed and breakfast stay with sweet treats, a bottle of bubbly and a single red rose! 

Exterior view and classic car outside The Eastbury Hotel & Spa at Sherborne, DorsetThere's also a Spa on site where you can book a relaxing treatment for two and use the spa facilities for an hour. There are spa packages to suit all occasions!

The Eastbury is within walking distance to all of Sherborne's hidden gems which makes your stay even easier to unwind and relax without having to think about your car! 

Spring flowers at Sherborne Castle and Gardens in Dorset

If all of that isn’t enough, we have a great excuse for you to come back to Sherborne from the Spring. A must-see attraction called The Sherborne Castle. With many events being hosted in the grounds of this spectacular Castle and its mysterious garden, it is definitely one not to miss out on!