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Sturminster Newton is an old market town located within the Blackmoor Vale with variety of house styles, red brick, thatch, whitened cob, stone and even some exposed Tudor-type timbering. It stands on a great loop of the river Stour which has a fine bridge with six arches that unite Sturminster with Newton.
Nearby Pentridge Farm was the birth place of 19th century poet William Barnes, who wrote Lindenlea. Thomas Hardy wrote "The return of the native" in a grey stone mansion, Riverside, on the outskirts of the town.
The thatch White Heart 18th century Inn and the perpendicular church has been enriched by modern artists. The 17th century town mill is still working.
The local country side provides numerous opportunities for walking and cycling.

The Entrance to Charborough Park, Nr Sturminster Newton, Wimborne, Dorset

Local towns and villages to visit

Beaminster
Dorchester
Milton Abbas
Shaftesbury
Sherborne
Weymouth

ATTRACTIONS IN THE AREA
Sturminster Newton Mill and Museum Bath Road, Sturminster Newton, Dorset

Sherborne The Abbey

The Almshouse

Sherborne Museum

Sherborne Castle Built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594 and set in 20 acres of glorious landscaped gardens around a 50 acre lake, Sherborne Castle has been home to the Digby family since 1617 and contains a fine collection of pictures, porcelain and furniture

Angling

Sea fishing at Weymouth, Lulworth Cove, and Osmington Mills. Coarse fishing at Radipole Lake, Weymouth. Trout fishing on the rivers Frome and Trent.
Sherborne Tourist Information Centre
Digby Road
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 3NL
Tel: 01935 815341
Fax: 01935 817210
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CAMP SITES AND TOURING ALSO CARAVAN HOLIDAY PARKS IN THE AREA Dorset Holiday Parks Camping, Touring, Parks

Lookout Family Holiday Park, Wareham Dorset is a peaceful family park, ideal base for you to enjoy the delights of Dorset, near the seaside resort of Swanage or Studland and the nearby town of Wareham (1 mile). Unspoilt scenery and activities including fabulous beaches with sailing and water sports.

Smedmore Estate, Kimmeridge, Wareham
, Dorset BH20 5PD Tel: 01929480702

The Birchwood, Touring Park, Birchwood
Coldharbour,
Wareham, Dorset BH20 7PA
Tel: 01929554763

Wareham Forest, Tourist Park, North Trigon
Wareham, Dorset BH20 Tel: 01929551393

Ridge Farm, Caravan Park, Barnhill Road
Wareham, BH20 5BG, Tel: 01929 556444

Woodland, Camping & Caravan Park
Glebe Farm, Station Road, Corfe Castle
Wareham, Dorset BH20 5EJ
Tel: 01929480280

Dorset Holiday Parks Static Self Catering Caravan Holidays, Ideal for family self-catering holidays all year round, some allow pets, weekends, half term or just a short break.

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HOTELS INNS AND HOLIDAY LETS COTTAGES IN THE AREA

The Countryman Inn Dorchester nr Lulworth is a family pub in the heart of hardy country, situated just off the A252 at East Knighton, All rooms are en-suit. T.V, iron and ironing boards, hair dryer and tea and coffee making facilities. The bars have cosy open fires and a rustic atmosphere. an extensive range of beers and lagers is available, including low alcohol brands. good home cooked food is served, and our well known carvery which is available six days a week A vegetarian option is also offered . Children are well-catered for in the family room, play area and garden, There is even a special children's menu.

Kings Head Hotel The Square
Wimborne BH21 1JA Tel: 01202880101

Dorset Hotels

Dorset Cottages
Cosy properties in delightful settings,
town or country.
0845 268 1255

 

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RESTAURANTS IN THE AREA
The White Hart
Market Cross, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 1AN 01258 472593

The Blackmore Vale Inn
Burton St, Marnhull, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 1JJ 01258 820701

The Antelope Inn
Pidney, Hazelbury Bryan, Sturminster Newton, DT10 - 01258 817 29

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PUBLIC HOUSES IN THE AREA
The White Hart
Market Cross, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 1AN 01258 472593

The Blackmore Vale Inn
Burton St, Marnhull, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 1JJ 01258 820701

The Antelope Inn
Pidney, Hazelbury Bryan, Sturminster Newton, DT10 - 01258 817 29

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