Key Features
- Property code: CIDERH
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- May be suitable for those with mobility problems
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Discount for small parties
- Dishwasher
- Ground floor accommodation
- Garden or outside space
- Real fire
- Short breaks available
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
This delightful holiday property is quietly tucked away in a peaceful location, not far from the picturesque town of Sherborne and conveniently located near many historic attractions. Nestled by a quiet country lane in the peaceful hamlet of Milborne Wick, this generous sized cottage is perfect for all guest parties who are seeking something special from their country holiday. Well equipped and comfortably furnished, guests staying at the house will appreciate the easy layout and plentiful living space. Gardens border the property and seating on the patio allows a view of surrounding fields and grazing cattle, whilst offering parking for up to 2 cars on the private driveway. The pretty village of Milborne Port is just 5 minutes in the car, so you are never far from local amenities and main access routes from which to enjoy your memorable days out.
The area offers something for everyone. Children will love Longleat House and its drive through Safari Park, where the monkeys and lions share an up close experience with visitors. Smaller children will be in awe of the big, exciting Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum whilst big kids will appreciate the forever expanding Haynes Motor Car Museum. Besides the nearby Sherborne castle and gardens there are a number of historic houses to explore, such as Montacute, Barrington Court and Forde Abbey. And for all those whose seek garden splendour there is the beautifully kept Stour Head where you can easily while away the hours. View the impressive Stonehenge and plan a walk up to the famous Glastonbury Tor. Spend a day in the city of Bath, with its iconic Roman spa and impressive architecture, easily viewed from one of the open top bus tours. For those guests seeking some thrill and excitement, Wincanton Racecourse is a fun day out and the Horse Welfare attraction is a new visitor destination worthy of attention.
And a holiday wouldn’t be the same without a trip to the seaside, and the stunning World Heritage Jurassic Coast is not far away.
Short breaks are available at this property, please call 01297 443550 to book or to find out prices.
Key Features
- Property code: CIDERH
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- May be suitable for those with mobility problems
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Discount for small parties
- Dishwasher
- Ground floor accommodation
- Garden or outside space
- Real fire
- Short breaks available
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
This delightful holiday property is quietly tucked away in a peaceful location, not far from the picturesque town of Sherborne and conveniently located near many historic attractions. Nestled by a quiet country lane in the peaceful hamlet of Milborne Wick, this generous sized cottage is perfect for all guest parties who are seeking something special from their country holiday. Well equipped and comfortably furnished, guests staying at the house will appreciate the easy layout and plentiful living space. Gardens border the property and seating on the patio allows a view of surrounding fields and grazing cattle, whilst offering parking for up to 2 cars on the private driveway. The pretty village of Milborne Port is just 5 minutes in the car, so you are never far from local amenities and main access routes from which to enjoy your memorable days out.
The area offers something for everyone. Children will love Longleat House and its drive through Safari Park, where the monkeys and lions share an up close experience with visitors. Smaller children will be in awe of the big, exciting Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum whilst big kids will appreciate the forever expanding Haynes Motor Car Museum. Besides the nearby Sherborne castle and gardens there are a number of historic houses to explore, such as Montacute, Barrington Court and Forde Abbey. And for all those whose seek garden splendour there is the beautifully kept Stour Head where you can easily while away the hours. View the impressive Stonehenge and plan a walk up to the famous Glastonbury Tor. Spend a day in the city of Bath, with its iconic Roman spa and impressive architecture, easily viewed from one of the open top bus tours. For those guests seeking some thrill and excitement, Wincanton Racecourse is a fun day out and the Horse Welfare attraction is a new visitor destination worthy of attention.
And a holiday wouldn’t be the same without a trip to the seaside, and the stunning World Heritage Jurassic Coast is not far away.
Short breaks are available at this property, please call 01297 443550 to book or to find out prices.
Accommodation: Front entrance to porch leads into the hallway.
Living room with Woodburner, corner sofa and two armchairs, Flatscreen 43inch TV and DVD. Sliding doors lead to patio.
Kitchen diner equipped with Aga (not operational between beginning of April to the end of October), Zannussi electric oven and ceramic hob, Bosch dishwasher, microwave, fridge, freezer, slow cooker and washing machine. Dining table and chairs.
Ground floor
Bedroom 1 with 4ft 6inch double bed and 3 ft single bed. Adjacent Shower room with WC and handbasin.
Stairs lead to
Bedroom 2 with 4ft 6in double bed and en-suite family bathroom with mixer taps, hand basin and WC.
Patio area with seating and views of the garden and surrounding countryside. A pet should be accompanied when in the garden.
The garden is fenced but in varying heights, children should be supervised whilst in the garden.
Choose a holiday in Sherborne and you’ll find yourself in one of England’s most beautiful towns. Set near the Somerset border in Dorset’s rolling countryside, this ancient market town is picture perfect, its narrow streets filled with honey-hued Ham stone buildings and medieval architecture.
The town is jam-packed with history, with the stunning Sherborne Abbey taking centre stage, as well as a historic Almshouse and two castles. Visit the crumbled ruins of the old castle, dating back to the 12th century and now managed by English Heritage, or spend the afternoon exploring 16th century Sherborne Castle, a stately home built by Sir Walter Raleigh boasting beautifully landscaped gardens, designed by Capability Brown. After visiting the sites, head to Sherborne Museum to learn all about the local history.
One of the highlights of a holiday in Sherborne is whiling away hours dipping in and out of shops that line the pretty high street, ‘Cheap Street’. The town is packed with independent shops selling gifts, antiques, crafts and more, plus there are weekly markets laden with local produce and frequent antique fairs. And with tea rooms, coffee shops, bistros, pubs and restaurants, there are plenty of places to refuel.
Sherborne also boasts a busy events calendar; from film festivals, craft fairs and literary events to the Sherbone Abbey Music Festival, no matter what time of year you visit, there’s always something happening in this vibrant town.
From countryside walks to glorious gardens, country houses and motor museums, there’s so much to see and do nearby. Kids and adults alike will love the classic cars and bikes at Haynes International Motor Museum, as well as the iconic aircrafts at Yeovilton’s Fleet Air Arm Museum. Enjoy days out to Montacute House, Barrington Court and the stunning gardens of Stourhead. For fossil hunting, ice creams and beach days, the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site is not far away, while Glastonbury Tor, Stonehenge and the roman city of Bath are all easily accessible from Sherborne.
Private drive leads to the house with parking for multiple cars.
Electric vehicles: Please note that this property does not have suitable facilities for charging electric vehicles.
- Included: Bed linen, towels, WiFi, electricity and central heating and first basket of logs. A stair gate, travel cot and high chair are available on request. Please bring your own cot linen.
- Pets: One well behaved small dog welcome in public areas of property only (not bedrooms). Two will be considered - please call the office. Pet Charge: £30.00 per pet per week.
- No Smoking/Vaping
- Telephone: Mobile reception mixed.
- Local Facilities: Shops and pubs 1.5 miles in Milborne Port. Sherborne 10 mins drive in the car with all facilities. Yeovil town 8 miles.
- Please note: The Aga is not operational between beginning of April to the end of October.
- Arrival time - 4pm and Departure time - 10am.
- Electric vehicles: Please note that this property does not have suitable facilities for charging electric vehicles. https://www.zap-map.com
The Clockspire
(2 miles)
A fabulous restaurant and bar in a striking building - once a schoolhouse, The Clockspire is now a stunning place to eat, drink and relax with huge vaulted ceilings, open stonework, chandeliers and modern artworks. The menu is all about seasonality and sustainability with an emphasis on flavour and balance, and the atmosphere is warm and friendly with first class yet unfussy service. A great choice.
The Clockspire Restaurant, Gainsborough, Milborne Port DT9 5BA (T: 01963 251 458)
Tippling Philosopher
(2 miles)
(2)
Family-run, down-to-earth, 16th-century pub offering a superb selection of ever-changing real ales, as well as lagers, ciders and a modest, well-priced wine list. Home-cooked food on the premises by owner-chef, Dave. Often feature specially themed nights, BBQs, pub quizzes, pool, skittles and darts competitions, which all create a friendly atmosphere and community spirit.
Tippling Philosopher, High St, Milborne Port, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 5AQ (T: 01963 250999)
Lovely pub, friendly staff and good quality reasonably priced food.
August 2022
what a lovely pub good food lovely welcome so good we went there twice
May 2019
Something Else Fishy
(2 miles)
(1)
Award-winning fish & chips to takeaway and stylish seafood & fish restaurant in the centre of Milborne Port.
Something Else Fishy, 1 High Street, Milborne Port, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 5DG (T: 01963 250225)
Standard fish and chips, nothing special about it as they claim, and nothing to complain either.
August 2018
The Kings Arms, Sherborne
(2 miles)
Chic country pub with a picturesque garden, stylish bar and elegant main restaurant, located in the pretty village of Charlton Horethorne, near Sherboune.
Serving traditional and modern British dishes prepared by classically trained chefs, everything is made on-site, including bread, pasta and ice creams. All food is locally sourced, seasonal and freshly cooked to order, accompanied by an extensive list of quality wines.
The Kings Arms, North Street, Charlton Horethorne, Sherborne DT9 4NL (T: 01963 220281)
Laycock Cider
(3 miles)
Offering fresh local and natural cider, try before you buy and shop the wonderful range!
Laycock Cider, Church Farm, Purse Caundle, Sherborne DT9 5DY. Tel: 07730452426
Sherborne Castle
(3 miles)
Sherborne Castle is a 16th century Tudor mansion bursting with history and beautiful artworks standing magnificently in a 1200 acre park designed by Capability Brown. Once the home of Sir Walter Raleigh, this privately owned castle is open to the public and makes for a fascinating day out. Take a tour of the castle and garden then head to the tea room for hot drinks, light meals or delicious cream teas and cakes. Dogs on leads are welcome in the gardens, check website for opening times.
Click here for further details
Sherborne Museum
(4 miles)
Housed in what was once the Abbey Almonry where monks handed out money and food to the towns poor, Sherborne Museum is today a fascinating place to visit for anyone interested in the area’s vivid history. Entrance is free and inside you’ll find a range of interactive displays plus fascinating photographs of eras gone by along with a museum shop.
Click here for further details
Sherborne Abbey
(4 miles)
Founded in AD705 Sherborne Abbey has developed from Saxon cathedral to one of the most beautiful of England’s parish churches. During the summer months you can join a free guided tour on Tuesday mornings at 10.30am and Friday afternoons at 2.30. Alternatively you can book a private tour (charges apply) , or simply pop in to admire the stunning architecture and enjoy the peace and quiet of this beautiful building.
Click here for further details
Haynes International Motor Museum
(6 miles)
With more than 400 cars and bikes from around the world from nostalgic classics to contemporary super cars, Haynes International Motor Museum is dedicated to restore, retain and preserve motoring and motorcycling items of historical and cultural interest in England. Exhibitions, live actions days, stunt shows and dream drives are all seasonally available so keep an eye on the website for more information!
Click Here for further information
Fleet Air Arm Museum
(8 miles)
Representing the flying arm of the Royal Navy, the Fleet Air Arm Museum four exhibition halls, over ninety aircraft, two million records and 30 thousand artefacts the museum is Europe's largest naval aviation museum. In addition, it houses the first British Concorde which you can go on board, view the cockpit and visit the award winning aircraft carrier experience.
Click Here for further information
Hive Beach
(23 miles)
(3)
A National Trust beach in Burton Bradstock, Hive Beach is part of an estate that forms one of the main gateways to the Jurassic Coast and the South West Coast Path. Around it are beautiful cliff top walks, and surrounded by the sandstone cliffs, Hive Beach perfect for visiting families. Made of shingle, it forms part of the larger Chesil Beach and is on a World Heritage Site that has the largest shingle ridge in the world. The nearby Burton Cliff is an example of extraordinary geology in the area, which appears to glow bright gold in the sunlight. Perfect for picnics, the beach has a car park and toilets nearby, linked to the Hove Beach Café which specializes in serving fish. From 1st June to the end of September there are restrictions for dogs on the beach, but they are welcome on at least part of it all year round.
Absolutely stunning - it's a must do 30 minute walk along the beach.
August 2021
Beautiful beach, great for dog walking and connects with the South Coast Path.
September 2018
Beautiful, calm & perfect for dog walks
April 2018
Cogden Beach
(23 miles)
(2)
A National Trust beach, Cogden is a little known, secluded sand and shingle beach that comes complete with a members’ car park. It has a wonderful sense of feeling remote but being surprisingly easy to access – the bus even stops there! There aren’t any facilities, but it’s a beautiful setting, and in truth, the lack of goings on is part of its charm. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round and it’s a haven for walkers looking to explore the area with the National Trust’s two mile/one-hour circular walk passing through it from flower-filled farmland, past ground nesting birds and along this striking section of the Jurassic Coast, known for having the largest shingle ridge in the world.
Fabulous quiet dog friendly beach
August 2023
There's a lovely 2 mile circular walk through the fields from the NT car park - through late spring and early summer orchids are to be found
May 2017
East Cliff Beach
(23 miles)
(2)
A fine shingle beach with sand at the water’s edge, East Cliff Beach is a beautiful place to spend the day with the family on summer holidays in Dorset. There’s lifeguard cover from July to September in the summer holidays on East Beach itself, but that doesn’t really cover East Cliff Beach, so just be careful when and where you swim and stay away from the cliff base to avoid falling stones. There’s a long stay car park behind East Beach and a smaller short stay car park just before entering the harbour area in front of the Bridport Arms Hotel. Toilets are located at the main West Bay Road car park and baby changing facilities are provided as well. Dogs are permitted on the beach all year round, but it is a clean zone that’s regularly patrolled by wardens imposing fines, so don’t forget to clean up after your pets!
We walked from Lyme Regis to Charmouth across this beach at low tide. MUST be low tide. It was a super walk, a bit challenging in places as we had climb over rocks. The dog absolutely loved it.
October 2018
I really enjoyed this side looking at interesting stone formations. The beach 'shelving' has to be looked out for if you are paddling and it is better to wait until very low tide so that you can see where bits rise and fall.
April 2018
West Bay Beach, Bridport
(23 miles)
(4)
Under the golden glow of the majestic sandstone cliffs and the Golden Cap, the highest cliff on the south coast, West Bay Beach (made famous by the popular drama series Broadchurch) is in the south of the historic market town of Bridport. At the western end of Chesil Beach, the area forms part of the Dorset Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site within Lyme Bay and is a wonderful location for family holidays. Bridport Town is a short bus ride away or a very pleasant 20-minute walk. The beach itself is shingle, sand and pebbles with steep shelving, a slipway and a harbour. There’s an auxiliary coastguard and lifeguards at your service, toilets, disabled toilets and a beachside refreshment kiosk. Nearby activities include kayaking, snorkeling, fishing, sailing, swimming surfing and jet skiing. There are also car parks close by and while dogs are banned from May to September, they are allowed out of the summer season.
Lovely to stroll along the top of the dune which is compacted, easy to walk on and accessible from either the pier or the road beside the Visitor Centre. Wonderful views.
October 2023
Lovely walk, bit strenuous climbing up Golden Cap, buts it’s worth it ! However there is an easier route too.
September 2018
Lovely place to wonder around. Great relaxing beach to stroll along brilliant view of the cliffs. Easy parking. Fish and chips from the Seasider chippie went there twice in the week. really tasty.
August 2018
we loved West Bay very much did not eat at any of the restuarants there apart from the George Hotel (one night) as Gluten Free options were either poor choices or non existant.
July 2017
West Bexington Beach
(23 miles)
(4)
A shingle beach that shelves steeply, West Bexington Beach is in Bridport, and like many beaches in the area is popular with walkers with beautiful views in all directions. There’s parking close by so remember to bring cash, as well as toilets and facilities, shops, restaurants, a refreshment kiosks and a picnic area. Dogs are allowed on the beach but there are restrictions and seasonal bans, so keep that in mind before you visit. The village of West Bexington itself is a small coastal village surrounded by National Trust land, so as you can imagine, it’s all suitably scenic. The area is perfect for sea fishing off the beach, catching mackerel in the summer and bass in the autumn on a landscape that consists of the beach, a reed bed, wet meadow and scrub – it’s a birdwatchers paradise. The beach is also good for swimming, but only if you’re a strong swimmer, and the entire Jurassic coastline is ideal for budding adventurers to hunt for fossils.
My favourite place. Very hard to walk on so not great for those with mobility problems.
May 2021
Wonderful peaceful place to be.
December 2018
great beach, just be careful some of the fishermen are really inconsiderate and had left hooks with bate attached and line on the beach and my dog was nearly badly hurt. just managed to get it out of her mouth before she ate it!
February 2018
Always quiet, usually sunny and sometimes dramatic. Treat the pebbles like a beanbag and you can settle in for a sunbathe.
May 2017
January 2024
Such a comfortable cosy home
October 2023
Very nice location and much bigger than the pictures . Bed are good and very well stocked . Lovley big shower . We really enjoyed staying
October 2023
A beautiful cottage in a lovely peaceful location. Very clean and comfortable with everything we could want for a wonderful holiday. The garden was fully enclosed so we didn’t need to worry about our dogs who had a lovely time there. A perfect holiday cottage. Couldn’t fault it in any way. Will definitely consider another stay.
September 2023
We had a fantastic stay. The cottage was really comfy and suited our needs. We would definitely stay there again. Thank you.
June 2023
Very enjoyable stay ,so peaceful there .
May 2023
We loved it here. Very peaceful. Cottage was superb and well equipped.
March 2023
A beautiful cottage lovely and comfortable and warm with the Aga. Lots of storage space and water pressure (often lacking in rentels!). A lovely although somewhat muddy location.
September 2022
We really enjoyed our stay. The cottage is very well equipped and a pleasure to stay there. Just see the comments above on the gates!
September 2022
We had a very enjoyable holiday. Thank you
September 2022
We had a very enjoyable holiday. Thank you
August 2022
We loved our stay at The Old Cider House. The quality and cleanliness off the property is first class. Nice quiet location, a great base for exploring the Jurassic coast.
July 2022
Very good. Peace and quiet, just the birdsong! Excellent standard of cleaning,would recommend
January 2020
Loved the Aga.
November 2019
Yes it was a great location to relax and to get to visit places.
September 2019
Very enjoyable stay, great location, great accommodation.
May 2019
yes it was a lovely cottage and we enjoyed our stay very much
April 2019
Had a wonderful stay, cottage was absolutely fabulous
April 2019
Highly recommend it .
September 2018
Nothing bad to say, will certainly bear in mind for future breaks!!
June 2018
We enjoyed our stay at the old Ciider house it was very comfortable. The cakes in arrival were appreciated and the dog loved his welcome bag of treats. The Tippling philosopher pub is excellent, good food with friendly staff and dogs allowed in garden and the bar.
July 2017
We had a lovely week in Dorset at The Old Ciderhouse. We had everything we needed, and thoroughly enjoyed the company of the cows and bull in the adjoining field. The facilities were excellent, and the location allowed us to reach all parts of Dorset that we wanted to see. We would happily stay in the property again.
January 2024
Such a comfortable cosy home
October 2023
Very nice location and much bigger than the pictures . Bed are good and very well stocked . Lovley big shower . We really enjoyed staying
October 2023
A beautiful cottage in a lovely peaceful location. Very clean and comfortable with everything we could want for a wonderful holiday. The garden was fully enclosed so we didn’t need to worry about our dogs who had a lovely time there. A perfect holiday cottage. Couldn’t fault it in any way. Will definitely consider another stay.
September 2023
We had a fantastic stay. The cottage was really comfy and suited our needs. We would definitely stay there again. Thank you.
June 2023
Very enjoyable stay ,so peaceful there .
May 2023
We loved it here. Very peaceful. Cottage was superb and well equipped.
March 2023
A beautiful cottage lovely and comfortable and warm with the Aga. Lots of storage space and water pressure (often lacking in rentels!). A lovely although somewhat muddy location.
September 2022
We really enjoyed our stay. The cottage is very well equipped and a pleasure to stay there. Just see the comments above on the gates!
September 2022
We had a very enjoyable holiday. Thank you
September 2022
We had a very enjoyable holiday. Thank you
August 2022
We loved our stay at The Old Cider House. The quality and cleanliness off the property is first class. Nice quiet location, a great base for exploring the Jurassic coast.
July 2022
Very good. Peace and quiet, just the birdsong! Excellent standard of cleaning,would recommend
January 2020
Loved the Aga.
November 2019
Yes it was a great location to relax and to get to visit places.
September 2019
Very enjoyable stay, great location, great accommodation.
May 2019
yes it was a lovely cottage and we enjoyed our stay very much
April 2019
Had a wonderful stay, cottage was absolutely fabulous
April 2019
Highly recommend it .
September 2018
Nothing bad to say, will certainly bear in mind for future breaks!!
June 2018
We enjoyed our stay at the old Ciider house it was very comfortable. The cakes in arrival were appreciated and the dog loved his welcome bag of treats. The Tippling philosopher pub is excellent, good food with friendly staff and dogs allowed in garden and the bar.
July 2017
We had a lovely week in Dorset at The Old Ciderhouse. We had everything we needed, and thoroughly enjoyed the company of the cows and bull in the adjoining field. The facilities were excellent, and the location allowed us to reach all parts of Dorset that we wanted to see. We would happily stay in the property again.
The Clockspire
(2 miles)
A fabulous restaurant and bar in a striking building - once a schoolhouse, The Clockspire is now a stunning place to eat, drink and relax with huge vaulted ceilings, open stonework, chandeliers and modern artworks. The menu is all about seasonality and sustainability with an emphasis on flavour and balance, and the atmosphere is warm and friendly with first class yet unfussy service. A great choice.
The Clockspire Restaurant, Gainsborough, Milborne Port DT9 5BA (T: 01963 251 458)
Tippling Philosopher
(2 miles)
(2)
Family-run, down-to-earth, 16th-century pub offering a superb selection of ever-changing real ales, as well as lagers, ciders and a modest, well-priced wine list. Home-cooked food on the premises by owner-chef, Dave. Often feature specially themed nights, BBQs, pub quizzes, pool, skittles and darts competitions, which all create a friendly atmosphere and community spirit.
Tippling Philosopher, High St, Milborne Port, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 5AQ (T: 01963 250999)
Lovely pub, friendly staff and good quality reasonably priced food.
August 2022
what a lovely pub good food lovely welcome so good we went there twice
May 2019
Something Else Fishy
(2 miles)
(1)
Award-winning fish & chips to takeaway and stylish seafood & fish restaurant in the centre of Milborne Port.
Something Else Fishy, 1 High Street, Milborne Port, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 5DG (T: 01963 250225)
Standard fish and chips, nothing special about it as they claim, and nothing to complain either.
August 2018
The Kings Arms, Sherborne
(2 miles)
Chic country pub with a picturesque garden, stylish bar and elegant main restaurant, located in the pretty village of Charlton Horethorne, near Sherboune.
Serving traditional and modern British dishes prepared by classically trained chefs, everything is made on-site, including bread, pasta and ice creams. All food is locally sourced, seasonal and freshly cooked to order, accompanied by an extensive list of quality wines.
The Kings Arms, North Street, Charlton Horethorne, Sherborne DT9 4NL (T: 01963 220281)
Laycock Cider
(3 miles)
Offering fresh local and natural cider, try before you buy and shop the wonderful range!
Laycock Cider, Church Farm, Purse Caundle, Sherborne DT9 5DY. Tel: 07730452426
Sherborne Castle
(3 miles)
Sherborne Castle is a 16th century Tudor mansion bursting with history and beautiful artworks standing magnificently in a 1200 acre park designed by Capability Brown. Once the home of Sir Walter Raleigh, this privately owned castle is open to the public and makes for a fascinating day out. Take a tour of the castle and garden then head to the tea room for hot drinks, light meals or delicious cream teas and cakes. Dogs on leads are welcome in the gardens, check website for opening times.
Click here for further details
Sherborne Museum
(4 miles)
Housed in what was once the Abbey Almonry where monks handed out money and food to the towns poor, Sherborne Museum is today a fascinating place to visit for anyone interested in the area’s vivid history. Entrance is free and inside you’ll find a range of interactive displays plus fascinating photographs of eras gone by along with a museum shop.
Click here for further details
Sherborne Abbey
(4 miles)
Founded in AD705 Sherborne Abbey has developed from Saxon cathedral to one of the most beautiful of England’s parish churches. During the summer months you can join a free guided tour on Tuesday mornings at 10.30am and Friday afternoons at 2.30. Alternatively you can book a private tour (charges apply) , or simply pop in to admire the stunning architecture and enjoy the peace and quiet of this beautiful building.
Click here for further details
Haynes International Motor Museum
(6 miles)
With more than 400 cars and bikes from around the world from nostalgic classics to contemporary super cars, Haynes International Motor Museum is dedicated to restore, retain and preserve motoring and motorcycling items of historical and cultural interest in England. Exhibitions, live actions days, stunt shows and dream drives are all seasonally available so keep an eye on the website for more information!
Click Here for further information
Fleet Air Arm Museum
(8 miles)
Representing the flying arm of the Royal Navy, the Fleet Air Arm Museum four exhibition halls, over ninety aircraft, two million records and 30 thousand artefacts the museum is Europe's largest naval aviation museum. In addition, it houses the first British Concorde which you can go on board, view the cockpit and visit the award winning aircraft carrier experience.
Click Here for further information
Hive Beach
(23 miles)
(3)
A National Trust beach in Burton Bradstock, Hive Beach is part of an estate that forms one of the main gateways to the Jurassic Coast and the South West Coast Path. Around it are beautiful cliff top walks, and surrounded by the sandstone cliffs, Hive Beach perfect for visiting families. Made of shingle, it forms part of the larger Chesil Beach and is on a World Heritage Site that has the largest shingle ridge in the world. The nearby Burton Cliff is an example of extraordinary geology in the area, which appears to glow bright gold in the sunlight. Perfect for picnics, the beach has a car park and toilets nearby, linked to the Hove Beach Café which specializes in serving fish. From 1st June to the end of September there are restrictions for dogs on the beach, but they are welcome on at least part of it all year round.
Absolutely stunning - it's a must do 30 minute walk along the beach.
August 2021
Beautiful beach, great for dog walking and connects with the South Coast Path.
September 2018
Beautiful, calm & perfect for dog walks
April 2018
Cogden Beach
(23 miles)
(2)
A National Trust beach, Cogden is a little known, secluded sand and shingle beach that comes complete with a members’ car park. It has a wonderful sense of feeling remote but being surprisingly easy to access – the bus even stops there! There aren’t any facilities, but it’s a beautiful setting, and in truth, the lack of goings on is part of its charm. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round and it’s a haven for walkers looking to explore the area with the National Trust’s two mile/one-hour circular walk passing through it from flower-filled farmland, past ground nesting birds and along this striking section of the Jurassic Coast, known for having the largest shingle ridge in the world.
Fabulous quiet dog friendly beach
August 2023
There's a lovely 2 mile circular walk through the fields from the NT car park - through late spring and early summer orchids are to be found
May 2017
East Cliff Beach
(23 miles)
(2)
A fine shingle beach with sand at the water’s edge, East Cliff Beach is a beautiful place to spend the day with the family on summer holidays in Dorset. There’s lifeguard cover from July to September in the summer holidays on East Beach itself, but that doesn’t really cover East Cliff Beach, so just be careful when and where you swim and stay away from the cliff base to avoid falling stones. There’s a long stay car park behind East Beach and a smaller short stay car park just before entering the harbour area in front of the Bridport Arms Hotel. Toilets are located at the main West Bay Road car park and baby changing facilities are provided as well. Dogs are permitted on the beach all year round, but it is a clean zone that’s regularly patrolled by wardens imposing fines, so don’t forget to clean up after your pets!
We walked from Lyme Regis to Charmouth across this beach at low tide. MUST be low tide. It was a super walk, a bit challenging in places as we had climb over rocks. The dog absolutely loved it.
October 2018
I really enjoyed this side looking at interesting stone formations. The beach 'shelving' has to be looked out for if you are paddling and it is better to wait until very low tide so that you can see where bits rise and fall.
April 2018
West Bay Beach, Bridport
(23 miles)
(4)
Under the golden glow of the majestic sandstone cliffs and the Golden Cap, the highest cliff on the south coast, West Bay Beach (made famous by the popular drama series Broadchurch) is in the south of the historic market town of Bridport. At the western end of Chesil Beach, the area forms part of the Dorset Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site within Lyme Bay and is a wonderful location for family holidays. Bridport Town is a short bus ride away or a very pleasant 20-minute walk. The beach itself is shingle, sand and pebbles with steep shelving, a slipway and a harbour. There’s an auxiliary coastguard and lifeguards at your service, toilets, disabled toilets and a beachside refreshment kiosk. Nearby activities include kayaking, snorkeling, fishing, sailing, swimming surfing and jet skiing. There are also car parks close by and while dogs are banned from May to September, they are allowed out of the summer season.
Lovely to stroll along the top of the dune which is compacted, easy to walk on and accessible from either the pier or the road beside the Visitor Centre. Wonderful views.
October 2023
Lovely walk, bit strenuous climbing up Golden Cap, buts it’s worth it ! However there is an easier route too.
September 2018
Lovely place to wonder around. Great relaxing beach to stroll along brilliant view of the cliffs. Easy parking. Fish and chips from the Seasider chippie went there twice in the week. really tasty.
August 2018
we loved West Bay very much did not eat at any of the restuarants there apart from the George Hotel (one night) as Gluten Free options were either poor choices or non existant.
July 2017
West Bexington Beach
(23 miles)
(4)
A shingle beach that shelves steeply, West Bexington Beach is in Bridport, and like many beaches in the area is popular with walkers with beautiful views in all directions. There’s parking close by so remember to bring cash, as well as toilets and facilities, shops, restaurants, a refreshment kiosks and a picnic area. Dogs are allowed on the beach but there are restrictions and seasonal bans, so keep that in mind before you visit. The village of West Bexington itself is a small coastal village surrounded by National Trust land, so as you can imagine, it’s all suitably scenic. The area is perfect for sea fishing off the beach, catching mackerel in the summer and bass in the autumn on a landscape that consists of the beach, a reed bed, wet meadow and scrub – it’s a birdwatchers paradise. The beach is also good for swimming, but only if you’re a strong swimmer, and the entire Jurassic coastline is ideal for budding adventurers to hunt for fossils.
My favourite place. Very hard to walk on so not great for those with mobility problems.
May 2021
Wonderful peaceful place to be.
December 2018
great beach, just be careful some of the fishermen are really inconsiderate and had left hooks with bate attached and line on the beach and my dog was nearly badly hurt. just managed to get it out of her mouth before she ate it!
February 2018
Always quiet, usually sunny and sometimes dramatic. Treat the pebbles like a beanbag and you can settle in for a sunbathe.
May 2017
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