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Weather in Dorset

Many holidaymakers are attracted to Dorset for the climate. Here are some figures to explain why ...

What's On in Dorset

We aim to provide a useful guide to upcoming events in Dorset. If you would like to have your event publicised here, please ...

Accommodation in Dorset

Accommodation in Dorset has something to offer everyone. There is a vast range of hotels available, from humble traveller’s ...

Dorset Attractions

The sheer diversity of Dorset attractions means there is always plenty to keep everyone entertained.

Bed and Breakfast

A bed and breakfast can vary enormously in terms of what it is and the facilities it offers...

Shopping

Shopping in Dorset is not just about large towns. Any of the small or medium-sized towns and villages will have their own ...

Dining

Most people have a ‘favourite’ restaurant. Just pause for a second and think about your own particular favourite. What makes ...

Self Catering

For the ultimate in flexibility, choose self-catering accommodation for your next holiday break in Dorset

Dorset Car Rental

Many companies also carry more specialist cars on their books. Perhaps an open-top tourer or a coupe-cabriolet would be the ...

Dorset Hotels

Probably the pinnacle in terms of luxury is the country house hotel. Usually spectacular, historic houses within their own ...

Sailing

Today, for any visitor to Dorset, sailing should be on the list of activities to consider

Windsurfing

As you might expect from somewhere with as much coastline as Dorset, windsurfing is a very popular pastime for both visitors ...

Dorset's Heritage Coastline

Stretching for 95 miles from Exmouth in East Devon to Studland Bay in Dorset, this unique natural wonder provides us with a ...

Rural Dorset

Away from the coastline there is a whole different side to Dorset waiting to be explored. Over 40% of the county is ...

Bournemouth

Bournemouth sprang into existence from almost nothing to create the archetypal British seaside resort. In less than fifty ...

Weymouth

Weymouth sits in a wide bay which affords it protection from the sea on three sides. It benefits from a beautiful shallow, ...

Bournemouth Hotels

No matter what type of hotel experience you are looking for, Bournemouth has something for everyone.

Did You Know ...

Some things you might not know about Dorset