From the expanding settlement of Sturminster Marshall, explore its church, timber-framed cottages, pub, and lost village remains, all set along the banks of the River Stour. Follow the route of the medieval road towards Blandford, crossing the old packhorse bridge before joining the route of the former Somerset and Dorset Railway. Cross the old turnpike … Continue reading Sturminster Marshall
From White Mill, sitting on the River Stour, and the medieval bridge of the same name, discover the old railway cutting through the floodplains. Walk through the forested park of Henbury, the land developed into the modern age. Meet the boundary of Charborough Park, one of the largest private estates in the county, its 120ft … Continue reading Sturminster Marshall to Charborough
The beaches in Dorset can fill up quickly but there are plenty of other places, away from the crowds, to escape the high temperatures. It may even be possible to find your own little spot! However, not all are easy to get to, some require a little more of an adventure than others. Landowners may … Continue reading Wild Swimming
