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‘Kiss me Hardy’ legend.


Located at the Fleet Lagoon behind the Chesil Bank, Abbotsbury is renowned for its Swannery and the Sub-Tropical Gardens. For great food, to slake the thirst, or stay for a while try the SWAN INN.


From the Jurassic Coast going inland, there is the small village of Broadwindsor which is home to the BROADWINDSOR CRAFT& DESIGN CENTRE.


BROADWINDSOR CRAFT AND DESIGN CENTRE features local crafts made by talented resident people. Te air- conditioned Centre is overflowing with a fantastic selection of crafts and gifts. Te conservatory restaurant has homemade lunches, cream teas and confections. Contact us by email sarahs@ bwcraftcentre.co.uk or see see the advertisement for more contact details.


Te largest village in Dorset is Beaminster, where the streets follow the line of the streams flowing into the many tributaries


of the River Brit. Tere is a very interesting museum and a weekly market on Tursday. Some of the finest 17th century houses are to be found on the fringe of the village. Te famous Beaminster Fair is in September. Whilst in this area take a look at Melplash where there is an agricultural show in August and Parnham House is worth a visit. Salwayash is a pretty village with excellent views of Marshwood Vale and Pilsdon Pen.


Going back toward the coast, Bridport is particularly known for its outdoor markets, and the many attractions in and around the town. Te Bridport Museum should not be missed, as the exhibits bring to life the town’s colourful past. Te Lyric Teatre has popular entertainment,


and the Mangerton Mill is a working water mill and museum. Additionally, there are Carnivals and Festivals and a host of other attractions, details of which can be obtained from the Tourist Information Centre.


Viewing points are Eggardon Hill Fort and Pilsdon Pen, one of the highest points in Dorset at over 900ft. Delightful places like the village of Loders with a Norman church and Manor house built on the former site of a Benedictine Monastery of cider brewing legend are slightly inland. Just off the coast, Puncknowle is a picture postcard with stone made cottages and trees in the middle of the village. Nearby Portesham is home to historical Portesham House of the late Tomas Masterman Hardy of Portesham, of


Te coastal road to the west of the village offers superb views of the Fleet Lagoon and Portland. Chesil Beach is 18 miles of pebble from Portland to West Bay. For much of its length it is separated from the mainland by a 13 km long area of saline water called the Fleet Lagoon. Hamm Beach is on the eastern side of Chesil Beach facing into Portland Harbour. Both beaches and the lagoon are good for viewing wildlife. Chesil Beach has been the venue for Te World Shore Angling Championships and many other major competitions.


THE SWAN INN is a warm and friendly family run establishment, selling hot and cold food along with a Bed and Breakfast establishment, set on the East side of Abbotsbury opposite the Swan Inn. Tere is an attractive large Beer Garden. Well behaved dogs are welcome, and to make use of the complementary bowl of water. We have ample parking space.


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