Iwerne Minster Named after the River, its attractions include St Mary’s Church, one of “England’s thousand best churches”, Knighton House and the Larmer Tree Gardens. Te countryside is an AONB walker’s delight, and is ‘Tess of the D’urbervilles’ Hardy Country.
Cranborne Chase Along with Cranborne, this diverse and stunning AONB is well worth a visit.
Cranborne Village At the centre of the Cranborne Estate this delightful village has the adjacent Cranborne Manor, set in beautiful gardens, open once a week in the holiday season.
Edmondsham
Tis village is home to Edmondsham House and Gardens.
Verwood Famous for its ancient fairs, carnivals and the panorama from Stephen’s Castle, revealing buildings on the cliffs at Bournemouth and more.
Wimboorne Minster
Wimborne Minster Te town is famed for its pretty streets, hidden courtyards and Wimborne Market, open every weekend and one of the largest markets in the south of England. For trips on the river there are boats to hire, keep an eye out for wildlife including swans and kingfishers.
Places to visit include the:
A contemporary craft venue showcasing the best local and national makers in a relaxing riverside location.
Open: Tuesday to Saturday 10am – 5pm and Sunday 11am – 4pm
Stone Lane, Wimborne, BH21 1NL 01202 841400
Walfordmillcrafts.co.uk
Minster Church of St Cuthburger - with twin towers, artifacts include an astronomical clock, the Quarterjack, a Saxon chest, a very unusual tomb and a chained library from 1686.
Priest’s House Museum & Gardens - has a garden adjacent to the River Allen.
Model Town & Gardens - with fun for the kids.
Walford Mill Crafts Centre & Millstream Bistro - on the river banks.
Knoll Gardens & Tivoli Teatre - relax in the gardens or catch a show.
Honeybrook Family Farm - at nearby Stanbridge, a great family DAY OUT.
Shapwick
A beautiful petite village with unusual history, on the River Stour and overlooked by the ancient hill fort of Badbury Rings.
Sturminster Marshall In the Stour valley, noted for the National Trust White Mill and the two triangular greens, one with the maypole, the other with the village stocks. Te food pubs are excellent and the famous Barford Farm ice- cream is made here.
WALFORD MILL CRAFTS is a flagship contemporary craft gallery in Dorset and a National Portfolio Organisation of Arts Council England. Situated in Wimborne Minster, the craft centre offers exhibitions and craft education along with a gallery shop, showcasing high quality, handmade items made by the best in Contemporary Craft. The Millstream Bistro is a fantastic place to visit, with its friendly staff and a varied menu this is a great place to eat with family and friends.
WHAT’S ON 2018 31 May – 3 June Colourfest Guants House, Wimborne St Giles 8–10 June Wimborne Minster Folk Festival Wimborne 24 June Okeford Annual Fippenny Fayre Recreation Ground, Castle Land, Okeford Fitzpaine 30 June –2 July Shaftesbury Fringe Festival 7–9 July 13th UK Boogie Woogie Festival Sturminster Newton 2 July Gold Hill Fair Shaftesbury 15 July Sherborne Classic & Supercars Sherborne Castle 28–29 July Great Dorset Chilli Festival Wimborne St Giles 23–27 Aug Great Dorset Steam Fair Blandford Forum 25–26 Aug Oak Fair Stock Gaylard 1–8 Sept Gillingham Walking Festival 8–9 Sept Sturminster Newton Cheese Festival 20–21 Oct Autumn Colours Weekend Sherborne Castle 3 Nov Firework Extravaganza Sherborne Castle
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