Bournemouth
Bournemouth, the largest town in Dorset, with its seven miles of soft, golden sands and sheltered bathing waters is a perfect location for a traditional English seaside holiday. More on... Bournemouth
Bridport
Situated 15 miles along the A35 road to the west of Dorchester, and just 2 miles inland from West Bay, Bridport is another ideal base for exploring West Dorset and the Jurassic coast. More on... Bridport
Christchurch
Although within the historic county boundaries of Hampshire, the local government re-organisation of 1974 moved Christchurch into the administration of Dorset County Council. More on... Christchurch
Dorchester
The town was founded by the Romans, who named the site Durnovaria and today Dorchester is the county town of Dorset. As well as having many attractions of its own, it is an outstanding base for exploring West Dorset and the neighbouring counties of Devon and Somerset. More on... Dorchester
Lyme Regis
Just three hours drive from London or the Midlands, visitors to Lyme Regis often imagine themselves returning to a bygone era. Set next to the Channel and surrounded by the unspoilt West Dorset countryside. More on... Lyme Regis
Poole
Poole provides an exciting mixture of beautiful beaches, the second largest natural harbour in the world, water sports, shopping, dining and world renowned attractions. More on... Poole
Shaftesbury
Many people of a certain age will remember the Hovis advert from 1973 showing a small boy pushing a bike full of loaves of bread up the cobbled street of a 'northern town'. More on... Shaftesbury
Sherborne
Despite its relatively small size Sherborne has been blessed with a number of significant historic buildings dating back some 1,000 years including 2 castles, both of which are administered by English Heritage and open to visitors. More on... Sherborne
Swanage
Less than 10 miles from the hustle and bustle of Bournemouth and Poole, Swanage offers a very different holiday experience. Sheltered from the prevailing winds by the Purbeck Hills it has its own micro-climate. More on... Swanage
Wareham
Wareham is an historic market town. It has its own railway station on the London (2hrs 20 mins. journey time) to Weymouth (30 mins.) main line and enjoys regular half hourly services from 0630 to 2400. It also served by the hourly bus route from Poole to Swanage. More on... Wareham
Weymouth
The history of tourism in Weymouth goes back to the late 18th Century when the Duke of Gloucester, King George III's brother, encouraged him to immerse himself in seawater to help cure his nervous disorder. More on... Weymouth
Wimborne
The two towers of Wimborne Minster cannot be missed as they dominate the skyline across the water meadows. The Minster which was built by the Normans between 1120 and 1180, is the focal point of the town centre and its neighbouring lawns are a popular meeting and resting place. More on... Wimborne