Things to do in Poolestown, Dorset

We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Poolestown, Dorset.

The Great Outdoors in Poolestown

Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.

The great outdoors within 10 miles of Poolestown.

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Broadoak Orchard | Dorset Wildlife Trust
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.
Girdlers Coppice | Dorset Wildlife Trust
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
Mill Ham Island | Dorset Wildlife Trust
This little visited area offers a retreat for otters
Holway Woods | Dorset Wildlife Trust
Holway Woods | Dorset Wildlife Trust
A mixture of mature woodland, offering superb views of South Somerset
Greenhill Down | Dorset Wildlife Trust
Greenhill Down | Dorset Wildlife Trust
A reserve with a mix of different habitats, attracting a wide variety insects and birds
Collyer's Brook | Dorset Wildlife Trust
Collyer's Brook | Dorset Wildlife Trust
A peaceful place to take a time out.
Hendover Coppice | Dorset Wildlife Trust
Hendover Coppice | Dorset Wildlife Trust
A peaceful woodland site once used as a place for reflection by monks from the Hillfield Friary
Fontmell Down | Dorset Wildlife Trust
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.

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History and Heritage in Poolestown

Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.

History and heritage within 10 miles of Poolestown.

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Fiddleford Manor | English Heritage
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.
Sherborne Old Castle | English Heritage
Sherborne Old Castle | English Heritage
Sherborne Old Castle is a romantic 12th century ruin set in beautiful grounds next to New Sherborne Castle.

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The Arts in Poolestown

Explore creativity through galleries, performances, and hands-on artistic experiences in the community.

The arts within 10 miles of Poolestown.

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Sherborne Museum
Sherborne Museum
Welcome to Sherborne Museum where stories ignite the imagination. Our large collection of artefacts and collections are suitable for all ages.
Gold Hill Museum
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
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 Poolestown

Discover local flavors with top-notch restaurants, cozy cafes, and unique food experiences in the area.

Food and drink within 10 miles of Poolestown.

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Coffee #1 | Shaftesbury
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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Exploring further afield?

Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.

Poolestown Stalbridge Stalbridge Weston Stourton Caundle Lydlinch Bagber Woodbridge Purse Caundle Cale Marnhull Mounters Hinton St Mary Walton Elm Puxey Hains Bishop's Caundle Newton Rolls Mill Sturminster Newton Woodrow Pillwell The Bridge Rixon Rivers' Corner New Town Holwell Borough The Goathill Haydon Todber Gannetts Moorside Fifehead Magdalen Broad Oak Lydden King's Stag Packers Hill Kingston Caundle Marsh Stour Provost Sturminster Common Kington Magna Crouch Hill Fifehead Neville Pleck New Town Alweston West Stour Wonston Bishop's Down

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