Guidebook for West Dorset
Sightseeing
Mapperton House & Gardens
Their wines have outshone many of the best in the world ever since they started winemaking.
14 locals recommend
Furleigh Estate
Their wines have outshone many of the best in the world ever since they started winemaking.
Abbotsbury Swannery is the only managed colony of nesting swans. We are not talking small numbers. The path through the swannery takes you within a few feet of hundreds, if not thousands of swans. During the spring nesting seasons you will see the parents taking care of their cygnets right by the path. There are daily feeding times when visitors can get involved.
119 locals recommend
Abbotsbury Swannery
New Barn RoadAbbotsbury Swannery is the only managed colony of nesting swans. We are not talking small numbers. The path through the swannery takes you within a few feet of hundreds, if not thousands of swans. During the spring nesting seasons you will see the parents taking care of their cygnets right by the path. There are daily feeding times when visitors can get involved.
This 14th century chapel was built on a hilltop by the monks at Abbotsbury Abbey. The abbey itself is now a ruin.
The chapels location gives it stunning views over the length of Chesil beach. The interior has earth floors and no seat. The local parish has the occasional service held here.
13 locals recommend
Abbotsbury, St Catherine's Chapel
South West Coast PathThis 14th century chapel was built on a hilltop by the monks at Abbotsbury Abbey. The abbey itself is now a ruin.
The chapels location gives it stunning views over the length of Chesil beach. The interior has earth floors and no seat. The local parish has the occasional service held here.
Parks & Nature
Hooke Park
Hooke ParkAbbotosbury Subtropical Gardens are set on a hillside dropping right down to the sea along the Jurassic coast. This aspect gives it a unique climate which enables it to grow some really exotic plants to tropical proportions.
128 locals recommend
Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Bullers WayAbbotosbury Subtropical Gardens are set on a hillside dropping right down to the sea along the Jurassic coast. This aspect gives it a unique climate which enables it to grow some really exotic plants to tropical proportions.
Dorset Forest Garden is right up on Beaminster Down surrounded in fabulous walking. The vistas from the walks are wonderful. The Hardy's Way footpath goes right from our gate and joins up many of the villages in his historic novels.
Beaminster Down
Dorset Forest Garden is right up on Beaminster Down surrounded in fabulous walking. The vistas from the walks are wonderful. The Hardy's Way footpath goes right from our gate and joins up many of the villages in his historic novels.
Food Scene
Bridport
If we have a celebration this is one of the first places we think of going.
12 locals recommend
The Ollerod
3 Prout HillIf we have a celebration this is one of the first places we think of going.
This pub is in walking distance of the farm. Just 2 miles door to door and some lovely footpaths with great views. Friendly pub with good food
6 locals recommend
The Greyhound
Market PlaceThis pub is in walking distance of the farm. Just 2 miles door to door and some lovely footpaths with great views. Friendly pub with good food
Arts & Culture
Bridport Arts Centre
9 South StDrinks & Nightlife
Bridport
Bridport is a bustling little town with lots of pubs and activity.