Dorset County Museum
Comprehensive museum showcasing Dorset’s history, fossils, and Thomas Hardy collection.
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Comprehensive museum showcasing Dorset’s history, fossils, and Thomas Hardy collection.
World’s only managed mute swan colony, 1,000 years old, with 600+ swans nesting annually.
Haunting ghost village evacuated 1943 for D-Day training, preserved abandoned with church and school.
Britain’s premier fossil hunting beach where Mary Anning discovered ichthyosaurs and plesiosaurs.
Find the perfect accommodation for your Dorset getaway
Luxury glamping experience in ancient Dorset woodland. Safari tents with real beds, wood burners, and private decks. Connect with nature while enjoying modern comforts.
Modern aparthotel steps from Bournemouth’s golden beaches. Spacious suites with kitchenettes, balconies, and contemporary design. Walking distance to restaurants, shops, and nightlife.
Luxury beachfront hotel offering stunning views of the Jurassic Coast. Our elegant rooms feature modern amenities, sea views, and direct beach access. Perfect for romantic getaways and family holidays.
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Week-long classical music festival in the magnificent setting of historic Sherborne Abbey. World-class performers in orchestral, choral, and chamber music concerts.
Three-day celebration of blues music featuring national and international artists. Multiple venues across the town with concerts, workshops, and jam sessions.
Annual celebration of the best local seafood with cooking demonstrations, tastings, live music, and family activities. Meet local fishermen and learn about sustainable fishing.
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**The Jurassic Coast: A Complete Guide to England’s Prehistoric Coastline** *Stretching 96 miles from Exmouth in East Devon to Studland Bay in Dorset, the Jurassic Coast became England’s first natural…
Thomas Hardy’s Dorset: Walking in the Footsteps of a Literary Giant *No writer is more intimately connected with a landscape than Thomas Hardy is with Dorset. The county he called…
Lyme Regis: The Fossil Capital of Britain *Perched on the Dorset coast where the county meets Devon, Lyme Regis has been attracting visitors since the 18th century. Jane Austen set…