Attractions in Dorset

Isle of Purbeck in the county of Dorset
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Kingston Lacy in the town of Wimborne Minster, in the county of Dorset
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...
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Lulworth Castle in the town of West Lulworth, in the county of Dorset
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Lulworth Cove in the town of West Lulworth, in the county of Dorset
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Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium in the town of Lyme Regis, in the county of Dorset
Where better to see and learn about the creatures of the deep than in an aquarium suite set tantalizingly beside the sea. Well,...
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Lyme Regis Museum in the town of Lyme Regis, in the county of Dorset
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Maiden Castle in the town of Dorchester, in the county of Dorset
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Max Gate in the town of Dorchester, in the county of Dorset
Home of novelist and poet Thomas Hardy.
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Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre in the town of Wareham, in the county of Dorset
This is a place where "Monkey Business" really is acceptable, for the centre is home to over 150 primates of 15 different...
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Nothe Fort in the town of Weymouth, in the county of Dorset
Nothe Fort lies to the east of Weymouth. This spectacular "D" shaped building is preserved as one of the finest pieces of...
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Portland Bill Lighthouse in the town of Portland, in the county of Dorset
Erected in 1906, Portland Bill Lighthouse with 153 steps to the top makes a challenging guided tour but the spectacular view of...
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Portland Castle in the town of Portland, in the county of Dorset
This is one of the best preserved of all King Henry VIII's mighty fortresses, built by the monarch to guard the south coast...
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Portland Museum in the town of Portland, in the county of Dorset
This famous museum was founded 75 years ago by Dr.Marie Stopes. She was both the museum's first curator, and the pioneer for...
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Roman Town House in the town of Dorchester, in the county of Dorset
The Roman Town House was a discovery of the 1930's. From excavations beneath the ground came a rich feast of Roman history that...
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Russell Cotes Art Gallery and Museum in the town of Bournemouth, in the county of Dorset
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Sea Life Park, Weymouth in the town of Weymouth, in the county of Dorset
A unique mix of indoor and outdoor attractions set in seven acres makes Sea Life a great family day out. The Park offers a day...
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Sherborne Abbey in the town of Sherborne, in the county of Dorset
Without doubt this magnificent Abbey built centuries ago of creamy Ham stone ranks amongst the finest Abbey churches anywhere in...
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Sherborne Castle in the town of Sherborne, in the county of Dorset
Many fascinating tales remain from the time when Sherborne Castle was lived in by Sir Walter Raleigh, a favourite of Elizabeth I....
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St Catherine's Chapel in the town of Abbotsbury, in the county of Dorset
An interesting medieval Chapel dating from the 14th century, perched on top of a hill in Abbotsbury, affording stunning views of...
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St. Aldhelm's Head & Chapel in the town of Worth Matravers, in the county of Dorset
One of the oldest churches in England, set on a 300ft cliff top in an area that is designated a Special Area of Conservation...
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