Pictures of Dorset
About Dorset
Dorset is a county of great beauty, situated on the South Coast of England, bounded by the Counties of Devon, Hampshire, Somerset and Wiltshire. Dorset boasts an outstanding 75 mile long shore fronting the English Channel which separates the United Kingdom from mainland Europe. A traditional English county rich in archaeology, unspoilt rural villages and countryside. Nearby attractions include the picturesque and homely Town of Weymouth, Historic Sherborne Castle Built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594, Mapperton House and Gardens of Elizabethan origin, home of the Earl and Countess of Sandwich.
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 | On a coast of fabulous high white cliffs there are few views to rival the spectacular Durdle Door. This natural phenomena,..... Information | Pictures (28) | Hotels |
 | Set in 250 acres of spectacular parkland landscaped in the latter half of the 18th century and now roamed by a herd of Red Devon..... Information | Pictures (18) | Hotels |
 | This is one of the best preserved of all King Henry VIII's mighty fortresses, built by the monarch to guard the south coast..... Information | Pictures (1) | Hotels |
 | Many fascinating tales remain from the time when Sherborne Castle was lived in by Sir Walter Raleigh, a favourite of Elizabeth I...... Information | Pictures (22) | Hotels |
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