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Corfe Castle, Dorset

Corfe Castle, Dorset

Standing in lofty splendour above the chimney pots of the village with the roaring ocean lapping the cliffs to the other side of.....

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Kingston Lacy, Dorset

Kingston Lacy, Dorset

Set in 250 acres of spectacular parkland landscaped in the latter half of the 18th century and now roamed by a herd of Red Devon.....

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Cerne Abbas Giant, Dorset

Cerne Abbas Giant, Dorset

This magnificent figure cut into the turf of a chalk hillside is best viewed from the north of the village. He is known as "The.....

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Sea Life Park, Weymouth, Dorset

Sea Life Park, Weymouth, Dorset

A unique mix of indoor and outdoor attractions set in seven acres makes Sea Life a great family day out. The Park offers a day.....

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Nothe Fort, Dorset

Nothe Fort, Dorset

Nothe Fort lies to the east of Weymouth. This spectacular "D" shaped building is preserved as one of the finest pieces of.....

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Brownsea Island, Dorset

Brownsea Island, Dorset

Brownsea Island is the largest island in Poole Harbour, it is around 1 mile long by 3/4 mile broad; it is beautifully wooded with.....

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Winspit, Dorset

Winspit, Dorset

A disused quarry used as the set for episodes of Dr Who and Blakes 7...

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Hardy Monument, Dorset

Hardy Monument, Dorset

Erected in memory of Vice Admiral Sir Thomas Masterman Hardy of HMS Victory, and offering glorious views across Dorest.....

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St. Aldhelm's Head & Chapel, Dorset

St. Aldhelm's Head & Chapel, Dorset

One of the oldest churches in England, set on a 300ft cliff top in an area that is designated a Special Area of Conservation.....

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Portland Museum, Dorset

This famous museum was founded 75 years ago by Dr.Marie Stopes. She was both the museum's first curator, and the pioneer for.....

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Portland Castle, Dorset

Portland Castle, Dorset

This is one of the best preserved of all King Henry VIII's mighty fortresses, built by the monarch to guard the south coast.....

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Studland Beach & Nature Reserve, Dorset

Studland Beach & Nature Reserve, Dorset

Miles and miles of glorious sandy beaches, this famous Dorset Beauty Spot also embraces two national nature reserves, being a.....

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The Fleet Nature Reserve, Dorset

The Fleet Nature Reserve, Dorset

Designated as an "Area of Scientific Interest" The Fleet Nature Reserve is a large tidal lagoon which stretches from Abbotsbury.....

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Stapehill Abbey, Dorset

Stapehill Abbey, Dorset

The Nun's of enclosed orders usually led a harsh existence under a regime of dedication and prayer, but it was also a peaceful.....

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Swanage Railway, Dorset

Swanage Railway, Dorset

An award-winning standard gauge preserved steam railway in Swanage that offers a unique journey through 6 miles of Dorset.....

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