of the downs, forming the western edge of the Chase.
Iwerne Minster takes its name from the River Iwerne. In the village, the Church of St Mary’s has been included in “England’s thousand best churches”. Tere are many other attractions to enjoy such as: Knighton House, and the Larmer Tree Gardens. Te open countryside is an area of natural beauty walker’s delight, and this is ‘Tess of the D’urbervilles’ in Hardy Country.
Worth visiting is the east of Cranborne and Cranborne Chase. Cranborne village lies at the centre of the Cranborne Estate. Tis delightful village is home to the La Fosse Restaurant.
Adjacent to the village set in beautiful gardens, is Cranborne Manor, open once a week in the holiday season. Nearby, Edmondsham is home to Edmondsham House and Gardens.
Going south toward the New Forest, Verwood is famous for its fairs and carnivals from ancient times. Te panoramic view from Stephen’s Castle reveals the buildings on the cliffs at Bournemouth and much more.
Our penultimate town is Wimborne Minster and its
Minster Church of St Cuthburger with twin towers, and a wealth of intriguing artifacts, including an astronomical clock, the Quarterjack, a Saxon chest, roman mosaic, a tomb with two left feet and the man who was buried ‘neither within nor without’ and a chained library dating from 1686. Also, places to visit are: the Priest’s House Museum and Gardens with a garden adjacent to the River Allen; the Model Town and Gardens where there is fun for the kids; plus WALFORD MILL CRAFTS CENTRE and MILLSTREAM BISTRO on the banks of the river, and the Tivoli Teatre and Knoll Gardens. Te town is also famed for its pretty streets and hidden courtyards. Wimborne Market is one of the largest markets in the south of England and open every weekend. Should you fancy a trip on the river, there are boats to hire. Keep an eye out for wildlife, including swans and kingfishers. Two Miles north of the town near the village of Stanbridge, the HONEYBROOK FAMILY FARM is a great family day out.
WALFORD MILL CRAFTS is a flagship contemporary craft gallery in Dorset and a National Portfolio Organisation of Arts Council England. Situated in Wimborne Minster, our craft centre offers exhibitions and craft education along with a gallery
WHAT’S ON 2017 29 May Sherborne Castle Country Fair
1–4 June Colourfest Guants House, Wimborne St Giles 9–1 June Wimborne Minster Folk Festival 18 June Cancer Research UK - Race For Life Sherborne Castle 18 June Okeford Anual Fipeny Fayre Recreation Ground, Okeford Fitzpaine 24–23 June Jousting Tournament Sherborne Castle 30 June–2 July Shaftesbury Fringe Festival 7–9 July 13th UK Bogie Wogie Festival Sturminster Newton 2 July Gold Hil Fair Shaftesbury 15–16 July Clasic and Supercars Sherborne Castle 30–31 July Great Dorset Chili Festival Wimborne St Giles 24–28 Aug Great Dorset Steam Fair Blandford Forum 26–27 Aug Oak Fair Stock Gaylard 2–10 Aug Gilingham Walking Festival 9 Sept Blandford Forum Carnival 9–10 Sept Sturminster Newton Chese Festival
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shop where we showcase high quality, handmade items made by the best in Contemporary Craft. Te Millstream Bistro is a fantastic place to visit with its friendly staff and a varied menu. Tis is a great place to eat with family and friends.
HONEYBROOK FAMILY FARM is 84 acres of farmland and river meadows. For a Family Day Out there are animals, adventure play, tractor and pony rides, together with a delicious lunch from the Wonky Goose Café beside the River Allen. For outdoor adventure, get involved with Honeybrook Wild Skills, where young people and adults can learn bush craft and outdoor survival. Tere are also Craft Courses involving Pole Lathing, Blacksmithing, Porcelain Flower Making, Cob Oven Building and many more.
Shapwick is a very small village on the River Stour, overlooked by the ancient hill fort of Badbury Rings. Despite its size, it is a beautiful village to visit with some strange history.
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Our last featured village is Sturminster Marshall in the Stour valley, with two triangular greens in the middle, one with the maypole, the other with the village stocks. A major attraction in the village is White Mill, run by the National Trust. Tere are several very good food pubs, and the famous Barford Farm ice cream is made here.
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