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Bridport & West Dorset Golf Club is the oldest golf club in Dorset being founded in 1891, but its…
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Can’t get enough of the great outdoors? Always looking for your next adventure?
Dorset's mix of glorious countryside and superb coast make the ideal setting for a great escape.
Book a short break to recharge your batteries in our stunning natural environment and you'll return home fully refreshed and invigorated.
Dorset is a walker’s paradise!
The South West Coast Path runs along 73 miles of the Dorset coast and is arguably one of the world’s best long distance paths, taking you on a journey through time. Don’t let the word ‘long distance’ put you off; there are plenty of smaller sections to walk as well. Take a look at the Timeless Coast leaflet which gives daily itineraries to help you explore more of West Dorset.
If you’d like to learn about the geology and heritage of the land passing beneath your feet as you stride, Jurassic Coast Guides run tours that you can tailor completely to your requirements – there’s no walk too big or small so give them a bell, it will prove a valuable addition to your hike.
And don’t forget about our beautiful rural countryside! Inland, way-marked walking trails criss cross through undulating green hills, lush meadows and ancient woodland dotted with charming little villages and cosy pubs.
It’s a land where each turning leads to a new adventure…
Golf enthusiasts can tee off from a number of superb courses in Dorset, all offering a different challenge in some spectacular settings (in particular the 6th hole at Bridport & West Dorset Golf Club!)
Whatever your handicap, both experienced golfers and novices will find a course to suit their level with many courses open to visitors and members alike, such as Isle of Purbeck Golf Club.
If you're just out for a bit of family fun, then Dorset has some great pitch and putt and crazy golf courses to compete for top spot on the scorecard.
Cyclists can take their pick of challenging hill climbs over rough track or gentle meanders through winding lanes to remote villages and rural pubs for a lunchtime ploughman’s and a pint of local ale!
Or you might want to take an leisurely ride by electric bike to one of our glorious beaches or stunning nature reserves. Feel the wind in your hair and enjoy the views as you experience the joys of cycling without all the effort!
If you enjoy cycling holidays, then the Carter Company should be your first port of call. Their thoughtful and creative routes through Dorset aim to show you the hidden gems of your destination, not just the highlights!
With our expanse of open countryside and beautiful beaches here in Dorset, the county is perfect for horse riding.
The equestrian experience in Dorset is exhilarating; explore the wide network of trails and bridleways and hack your way through gorgeous countryside or take in the breath taking scenery of a coastal canter.
Rosewall Equestrian caters for most abilities whether you are a first time rider wanting a ½ hour lesson or an experienced rider looking for something more challenging.
Turn to the sea for adrenaline kicks as you zoom down the coast in a speedy RIB or try your hand at coasteering, you’ll certainly be left feeling invigorated!
Hire a kite surfer to leap across the waves, abseil down steep cliffs or you can even try your hand at axe throwing!
Inland, you can have a go at shooting clays, quad biking and manoeuvring through a muddy assault course.
For an experience that will stay with you for a lifetime, take to the skies with Aerosuarus Balloons!
Floating above the patchwork landscape below, you’ll enjoy views of Shaftesbury or Sherborne depending where the wind takes you and to finish off, celebrate with a glass of chilled Champagne!
The varied landscapes here in Dorset make fishing an incredibly popular pastime. Wile away the hours at serene lakeside settings or gushing rivers.
Cast off from Chesil Beach at sunset and reel in some mackerel or experience the thrill of angling out at sea with boat trips from most of our coastal resorts.
Dorset also offers some great rockpooling spots and what could be more fun than crabbing at the harbour on a hot summer's day?
So what are you waiting for? Get out and get active in Dorset!
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Cycle Route
Mill Lane, Symondsbury
The scenic trail leads you down tracks and across fields where views of hills and valleys stretch to Colmers Hill and the sea beyond.
Walking Route
Dorchester
Wide and sweeping coastal views are combined with quiet valleys on this splendid walk. After passing Max Gate, the home of Thomas Hardy, the route then takes you through woods and close to Winterborne Came Church, the resting place of the Dorset…
Walking Route
Lyme Regis
Enjoy a 1.5 mile / 2.4km walk along The River Lim Path from Lyme Regis to Uplyme. See the historical remnants of the mills that were at the centre of the 18th and 19th century wool and cloth industry in the Lim Valley.
Adventure Sport Centre
SWANAGE
Climbing, Coasteering, Sea Kayaking, Bushcraft, Raft Building, Stand Up Paddle Boarding & more in Swanage and The Purbecks. Excellent instructors, top notch kit and passion for the Great Outdoors.
Cycle Route
WAREHAM
A 47 mile, on-road route for the dedicated cyclist, encompassing stunning coastal views, beautiful rural landscapes and interesting historic landmarks.
Canoeing
WEST BAY
One of the best ways to spend a couple of hours with friends, family or even your dog on a sunny day is to take a canoe trip from West Bay to Bridport.
Cycle Route
WAREHAM
The Northport Greenway is a 1.5 mile route from Wareham Quay to Wareham Forest, where it then links with the Sika Trail - a 7 mile circular route through heath and forest.
Cycle Route
WAREHAM
An on-road circular cycle ride through the Frome Valley of 8 miles. Why not stop half-way for a picnic or visit the farm shop and cafe at West Holme.
Walking Route
Lyme Regis
A one day itinerary for visiting Lyme Regis.
Walking Route
STURMINSTER NEWTON
The North Dorset Trailway is a walking, cycling and horse riding route from Sturminster Newton to Spetisbury.
Walking Route
Wareham
The Lulworth Ranges are found along the coastline between West Lulworth and Kimmeridge and include Tyneham village and Worbarrow Bay. They are owned by the Ministry of Defence (MOD), which means they are closed during the week (and some weekends)…
Walking Route
WEST LULWORTH
Starting at West Lulworth, this 12 mile walking route heads north west to Winfrith Newburgh, east to Coombe Keynes and then either south back towards the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site or north east to East Stoke. You can then take a bus to…
Walking Route
Weymouth
Hosted by Bincombe Valley Primary School, and led by the Dorset Youth Association with the support of Artsreach and Aster Group, the ‘Bincombe Geocache Trail’ has been developed by children aged 8-9 to tell some of the ancient stories that surround…
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