Before they were roads, they were only paths. Across Dorset, routes emerged slowly, worn into the land by centuries of passage, shifting with weather and season, never entirely fixed. Some followed high ground, others slipped into holloways or vanished altogether, leaving travellers to trust instinct as much as direction. Then came the Turnpikes. Order was imposed … Continue reading Dorset Turnpikes
Dip and drop through the landscape of the Marshwood Vale. Starting in the hamlet of Allington, now merged into Bridport, climb inland up the valley of the river Simene. Wander past lost farms and crumbling ruins with views to a number of hilltop hillforts. Follow ancient routes to the ridge and descend through deep Holloways, … Continue reading Allington
The delicate little white flower signifies the coming of spring! They can easily be found anywhere in the county - on grass verges, climbing up river banks and deep in woodland - but for an extra special sight, see the list below... Please tread carefully! https://videopress.com/v/BC0cs5By?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true It is also possible to follow the snowdrops as … Continue reading Dorset Snowdrops
Explore the patchwork fields of the Marshwood Vale. Dive deep into the narrow valleys, carved out of the soft slopes and dotted with 17th century thatched farmhouses, crumbling barns and stone walls. Rise up to the ridge for views across the Vale to the sea, bordered inland by ancient hillforts. Skim the southern slopes of … Continue reading Salwayash
Starting at the historical harbour, that has constantly fought Mother Nature, and the beach, lined with famous, crumbling sandstone rocks, clamber up East Cliff to appreciate the views along the Jurassic Coastline. Pass Bridport Golf Club dipping down into hole number 6, one of the top 100 holes in the world. Crunch through the shingle … Continue reading West Bay
