RURAL DORSET BROCHURE

Discover scenic Rural Dorset; traditional England at its finest with unspoilt countryside, vibrant market towns and hidden villages.

Escape into the great outdoors; discover miles of footpaths and trails by foot, bicycle or on horseback. Take in stunning panoramas from ancient hill forts with views over meandering rivers and across sweeping download rich in rare plants and butterflies.

Explore the area's history, heritage and culture; learn about life above and below stairs at one of our country houses or feel the power of a water mill in action. With its pretty thatched cottages and cobbled street iconic Gold Hill vividly recalls times past, discover more of the areas fascinating history at one of our local museums or grand ecclesiastical buildings.

Enjoy delicious local food and drink and fun-filled days out at great attractions and colourful events, whatever the weather! Soak in the atmosphere and find your toes tapping at the vibrant Wimborne Minster Folk Festival; re-live the bygone days of steam and 'all the fun of the fair' with the internationally renowned Great Dorset Steam Fair and get the taste buds tingling at the Wimborne Food Festival. Discover some of our more quirky local events, the Ashmore Filly Loo, the Milton Abbas 18th Century Street Fair or perhaps the Stock Gaylard Oak Fair or Cranborne Chase Woodfair.

Browse our quality craft centres, regular markets and a wonderful range of independent boutiques, high street stores and traditional shops in our charming market towns

Perfectly located between the New Forest National Park, the World Heritage Jurassic Coast and Salisbury, Rural Dorset offers the perfect ingredients for a memorable holiday or short break.

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