Things to do in Bay, Dorset
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Bay, Dorset.
The Arts in Bay
The arts within 10 miles of Bay.
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Gold Hill Museum
Shaftesbury's local history museum at the top of Gold Hill with a cottage garden and wonderful views. Ancient and Roman archaeology, Saxon roots, agricultural and market heritage, local traditions, domestic life, cottage industries, politics etc

The Cygnet
The Cygnet Gallery offers local artists the opportunity to exhibit their work - unique and varied pieces from fine art to silversmithing, from glass work to textiles, to photography and ceramics, calligraphy and sculpture - there is always something new t
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Food and Drink in Bay
Food and drink within 10 miles of Bay.
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Coffee #1 | Shaftesbury
Nestled next door to the Town Hall on High Street, Coffee#1 Shaftesbury is a cosy, inviting store in a beautiful listed building. Thursdays’ weekly market offers a great opportunity to catch up with the locals and indulge in a sumptuous hot chocolate whilst taking in the wonderful atmosphere of this lovely market town.
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The Great Outdoors in Bay
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Bay.
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Fontmell Down | Dorset Wildlife Trust
A rare chance to see stunning displays of chalk downland flowers and butterflies with stunning views over the Blackmore Vale.

Collyer's Brook | Dorset Wildlife Trust
A peaceful place to take a time out.

Girdlers Coppice | Dorset Wildlife Trust
A fine example of oak woodland and hazel coppice with a very rich ground flora

Mill Ham Island | Dorset Wildlife Trust
This little visited area offers a retreat for otters

Broadoak Orchard | Dorset Wildlife Trust
A charming pocket of old orchard - sit a while in the dappled shade of an apple tree and watch the insects buzz by.
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History and Heritage in Bay
History and heritage within 10 miles of Bay.
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Fiddleford Manor | English Heritage
The principal parts of a small stone manor house, probably begun about 1370 for William Latimer, Sheriff of Somerset and Dorset. The hall and solar chamber display outstandingly fine timber roofs.

Old Wardour Castle | English Heritage
Set in landscaped grounds beside a lake in peaceful Wiltshire countryside, these 14th century ruins provide a relaxed, romantic day out for couples, families and budding historians alike.
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