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Durdle Door is one of the Jurassic Coast’s most beautiful landscapes. It is a natural arch, formed from a layer of hard limestone standing almost vertically out of the sea.
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Durdle Door
Durdle Door is one of the Jurassic Coast’s most beautiful landscapes. It is a natural arch, formed from a layer of hard limestone standing almost vertically out of the sea.
The Jurassic Coast is a hugely diverse and beautiful landscape underpinned by incredible geology of global importance. In 2001 it was inscribed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for the outstanding universal value of its rocks, fossils and landforms. It remains England’s only natural World Heritage Site.
The Jurassic Coast begins at Orcombe Point in Exmouth, Devon, and continues for 95 miles to Old Harry Rocks, near Swanage, Dorset. This span takes in four distinct geographic regions – East Devon, West Dorset, Weymouth & Portland and Purbeck – each containing their own iconic towns, villages and natural landscapes (Jurassic Coast Trust 2022).
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Jurassic Coast
The Jurassic Coast is a hugely diverse and beautiful landscape underpinned by incredible geology of global importance. In 2001 it was inscribed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for the outstanding universal value of its rocks, fossils and landforms. It remains England’s only natural World Heritage Site.
The Jurassic Coast begins at Orcombe Point in Exmouth, Devon, and continues for 95 miles to Old Harry Rocks, near Swanage, Dorset. This span takes in four distinct geographic regions – East Devon, West Dorset, Weymouth & Portland and Purbeck – each containing their own iconic towns, villages and natural landscapes (Jurassic Coast Trust 2022).
About the Pub
A pleasant 16th century thatched village pub with a recent refurbishment including a wealth of brewery signs and posters. Three real ales and real cider availability with guest ale rotation. Three interlinked bar areas and separate skittles alley. Plans are for a Boules court to be installed. Big rear floodlit trade terrace and secure thirty space car park also at the rear. Children and dog friendly. Pizza van Wednesdays and Fridays and Indian street cuisine van on Saturdays with ‘eat in the pub’ availability (The White Hart 2022).
The White Hart
High StreetAbout the Pub
A pleasant 16th century thatched village pub with a recent refurbishment including a wealth of brewery signs and posters. Three real ales and real cider availability with guest ale rotation. Three interlinked bar areas and separate skittles alley. Plans are for a Boules court to be installed. Big rear floodlit trade terrace and secure thirty space car park also at the rear. Children and dog friendly. Pizza van Wednesdays and Fridays and Indian street cuisine van on Saturdays with ‘eat in the pub’ availability (The White Hart 2022).
Welcome to Sherborne Castle, Dorset which has been our family home since 1617. Built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594, this historic house reflects a glorious variety of decorative styles from over 400 years of English History. Experience nationally important collections of furniture, paintings and porcelain. Walk in Capability Brown’s English Landscape Garden. We look forward to welcoming you (Sherborne Castle 2022).
Opens again 15th April 2022.
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Sherborne Castle
New RoadWelcome to Sherborne Castle, Dorset which has been our family home since 1617. Built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594, this historic house reflects a glorious variety of decorative styles from over 400 years of English History. Experience nationally important collections of furniture, paintings and porcelain. Walk in Capability Brown’s English Landscape Garden. We look forward to welcoming you (Sherborne Castle 2022).
Opens again 15th April 2022.
STONE CIRCLE
A walk around the Stone Circle is the centrepiece of any visit to the Stonehenge and Avebury World Heritage Site.
With a history spanning 4,500 years Stonehenge has many different meanings to people today. It is a wonder of the world, a spiritual place and a source of inspiration.
The Stone Circle is a masterpiece of engineering, and building it would have taken huge effort from hundreds of well-organised people using only simple tools and technologies. Visit Stonehenge to find out more about this iconic symbol of Britain (English Heritage 2022).
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Stonehenge
STONE CIRCLE
A walk around the Stone Circle is the centrepiece of any visit to the Stonehenge and Avebury World Heritage Site.
With a history spanning 4,500 years Stonehenge has many different meanings to people today. It is a wonder of the world, a spiritual place and a source of inspiration.
The Stone Circle is a masterpiece of engineering, and building it would have taken huge effort from hundreds of well-organised people using only simple tools and technologies. Visit Stonehenge to find out more about this iconic symbol of Britain (English Heritage 2022).
The Yeovil Railway Centre is a small railway museum at Yeovil Junction on the L&SWR West of England Main Line between Salisbury and Exeter in the U.K.. It was created in 1993, in response to British Rail's decision to remove the turntable from Yeovil Junction (Wikipedia 2021).
Yeovil Railway Centre
The Yeovil Railway Centre is a small railway museum at Yeovil Junction on the L&SWR West of England Main Line between Salisbury and Exeter in the U.K.. It was created in 1993, in response to British Rail's decision to remove the turntable from Yeovil Junction (Wikipedia 2021).
Dominating the skyline in this part of the beautiful county of Somerset you will find dramatic Glastonbury Tor.
In Glastonbury, history, myth and legend combine in such a way that most visitors cannot fail to feel the “vibes” and powerful atmosphere of the town. For not only is Glastonbury the cradle of Christianity in England but is also reputed to be the burial place of King Arthur (Ben Jonson 2022).
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Glastonbury
Dominating the skyline in this part of the beautiful county of Somerset you will find dramatic Glastonbury Tor.
In Glastonbury, history, myth and legend combine in such a way that most visitors cannot fail to feel the “vibes” and powerful atmosphere of the town. For not only is Glastonbury the cradle of Christianity in England but is also reputed to be the burial place of King Arthur (Ben Jonson 2022).
Founded by St. Aldhelm in AD 705, the Abbey has developed from Saxon cathedral to the worshipping heart of a monastic community, and finally, to one of the most beautiful of England’s parish churches. For many, it is still the ‘cathedral of Dorset’ and our Benedictine heritage lives on in the daily offering of prayer and praise (Sherborne Abbey 2022).
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Sherborne Abbey
Abbey CloseFounded by St. Aldhelm in AD 705, the Abbey has developed from Saxon cathedral to the worshipping heart of a monastic community, and finally, to one of the most beautiful of England’s parish churches. For many, it is still the ‘cathedral of Dorset’ and our Benedictine heritage lives on in the daily offering of prayer and praise (Sherborne Abbey 2022).
Yetminster is a sleepy village built almost entirely of honey coloured limestone and exudes a timeless and serene ambience. This comes partly from the age of its houses—many of which date back to the 17th century—but also from its lack of major through traffic.
Yetminster Fair has a claim to be one of the oldest street fairs in Dorset, having started in the 13th century under a charter granted to the Bishop of Salisbury for a fair 'to be held in his manor of Yetminster'. There was a gap after the 1947 fair until it was re-started in 1975 and now it is firmly established on the second Saturday in July. The fair is not only one of the oldest but one of the biggest fairs in the Wessex area.
The village church of St Andrews Church has a 300 year old faceless clock which chimes the national anthem six times a day, installed to commemorate one of Queen Victoria’s Jubilees (Visit Dorset 2022).
Yetminster
Yetminster is a sleepy village built almost entirely of honey coloured limestone and exudes a timeless and serene ambience. This comes partly from the age of its houses—many of which date back to the 17th century—but also from its lack of major through traffic.
Yetminster Fair has a claim to be one of the oldest street fairs in Dorset, having started in the 13th century under a charter granted to the Bishop of Salisbury for a fair 'to be held in his manor of Yetminster'. There was a gap after the 1947 fair until it was re-started in 1975 and now it is firmly established on the second Saturday in July. The fair is not only one of the oldest but one of the biggest fairs in the Wessex area.
The village church of St Andrews Church has a 300 year old faceless clock which chimes the national anthem six times a day, installed to commemorate one of Queen Victoria’s Jubilees (Visit Dorset 2022).
one of the most beautiful towns in England
Nestled in green valleys and wooded hills, Sherborne is without doubt, one of the most beautiful towns in England. Medieval and mellow-stoned, this Dorset gem has a reputation for art, antiques and world famous schools.
Sample the best local produce at the Saturday farmers’ market; seek out an antique bargain at the regular vintage market or enjoy a guided walk around this pretty town. A visit to Sherborne is an absolute must!
With its abundance of ancient and beautiful buildings, superb Abbey, picturesque Almshouse and two Castles (one built by Sir Walter Raleigh), Sherborne’s many attractions make for a captivating visit.
With a wide range of individually-owned shops and boutiques, Sherborne is a great place to find a unique gift, inspiration for the home and exclusive fashion. The town is also a real treasure trove for antiques lovers (Visit Dorset 2022).
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Sherborne
one of the most beautiful towns in England
Nestled in green valleys and wooded hills, Sherborne is without doubt, one of the most beautiful towns in England. Medieval and mellow-stoned, this Dorset gem has a reputation for art, antiques and world famous schools.
Sample the best local produce at the Saturday farmers’ market; seek out an antique bargain at the regular vintage market or enjoy a guided walk around this pretty town. A visit to Sherborne is an absolute must!
With its abundance of ancient and beautiful buildings, superb Abbey, picturesque Almshouse and two Castles (one built by Sir Walter Raleigh), Sherborne’s many attractions make for a captivating visit.
With a wide range of individually-owned shops and boutiques, Sherborne is a great place to find a unique gift, inspiration for the home and exclusive fashion. The town is also a real treasure trove for antiques lovers (Visit Dorset 2022).