Dorset Visitor Guide 2019

Durdle Door, Purbeck T he Blackmore Vale is a spectacular area of North Dorset countryside. Lush green pastures, scattered pockets of ancient woodland and meandering rivers hide the market towns of Blandford, Gillingham, Stalbridge and Sturminster Newton. The picturesque cobbled street of Shaftesbury’s Gold Hill is renowned as the location for the nostalgic Hovis advert. Christchurch Gold Hill Awe lnspiring ! head east to Cranborne Chase where outstanding natural beauty surrounds. Discover quintessential English villages tucked away in the gentle folds of chalk downland and ancient woodlands. The charming market town of Wimborne has an elegant blend of history, hospitality and regular events. Further east lies historic Christchurch. Its picturesque harbour, beaches, nature reserves, Norman Priory and two castles invite all year. The swanky beach huts at Mudeford are among Britain’s most expensive. Moors Valley Country Park, East Dorset.