Showing posts with label dorset. Show all posts
Showing posts with label dorset. Show all posts

Wednesday, 20 March 2013

Lyons Gate Caravan Park, Cerne Abbas, Dorchester, Dorset, UK

West Dorset provides the stunning backdrop for ITV 1's new drama, Broadchurch. Why not stay at Lyons Gate Caravan Park and come and discover this lovely part of the country.

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Tuesday, 19 March 2013

Weymouth, Dorset - lovely Georgian seafront and sandy beaches

Weymouth is an exciting seaside resort that offers the experience of fine art, sailing in the harbour and entertaining family attractions. The town boasts a lovely Georgian seafront that is connected by a level promenade to the bustling town centre, historic harbour and safe, sandy beaches. Weymouth’s active arts programme and all year round events programme ensure that there is always something fun to join in on. A memorable family day out is available from The Sea Life Park, Bennetts Water Gardens, The Deep Sea Adventure, Brewers Quay and on the beaches themselves. History fanatics will enjoy a trip to the 16th century fortress of Portland Castle, the Nothe Fort Museum of Coastal Defence and a restored Victorian fort. Nature lovers won’t be left out as the town has a Swannery, an RSPB Nature Reserve, Lodmoor Country Park and many Green Flag awarded parks. The harbour itself offers opportunities for fishing, rides on pleasure crafts and ferry trips to the Channel Islands and Franc

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Monday, 18 March 2013

Distinctive harbour town of Christchurch, Dorset, UK

Christchurch is a distinctive harbour town that will please nature lovers, history fanatics and watercraft enthusiasts alike. The town is uniquely situated where the rivers Stour and Avon meet. Christchurch’s natural harbour is ideal for going on boat rides and excursions as well as ferry trips. There are innumerable places of interest in the town including Grade I listed Highcliffe Castle, an 11th century Priory Church, Adventure Wonderland, Stewart’s Garden Centre, Clay Studio, Red House Museum, Two Riversmeet Leisure Centre and restaurants that use local produce from the fishing boats. Christchurch’s clean, sandy beaches extend for 4 miles and every beach has its own special features. The town has 10 Sites of Special Scientific Interest, several important Sites of Nature Conservation Interest and 4 Local Nature Reserves. Additionally, Christchurch’s Quay received a Green Flag Award in 2012. Passing through the town are many beautiful walks such as the Avon Valley Path and th

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