[54] Poole, the second largest settlement (once the largest town in the county), adjoins Bournemouth to the west and contains the suburb of Sandbanks which has some of the highest land values by area in the world. A lovely place to head to for a casual meal is the Watch House Café at West Bay. [113][242], Christianity was introduced to Dorset by the Romans. [149] The military presence has had a mixed effect on the local economy, bringing additional employment for civilians, but on occasion having a negative impact on the tourist trade, particularly when popular areas are closed for military manoeuvres. [47] First popularised as a tourist destination by George III's frequent visits to Weymouth, the county's coastline, seaside resorts and its sparsely populated rural areas attract millions of visitors each year. [136], The marginal seat of South Dorset is represented by Richard Drax, who gained the seat from Labour representative, Jim Knight, in 2010. [42][43] In total some 4,500 Dorset servicemen died in the war and of the county's towns and villages, only one, Langton Herring, known as a Thankful Village, had no residents killed. [227] Bournemouth Airport, which is situated on the edge of Hurn village 6 kilometres (4 mi) north of Bournemouth, has flights to 36 destinations and serves some 600,000 passengers a year. See where the Dorset AONB boundary is Go to map Eggardon Hillfort by Anthony Page 60 years as Dorset’s outstanding landscape The Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a collection of stunning landscapes and is celebrating the 60th anniversary of its designation as a nationally important protected landscape. The A31 connects to the A35 at Bere Regis, and passes east through Wimborne and Ferndown to Hampshire, where it later becomes the M27. [78] In the far west of the county and along the coast there are frequent changes in rock strata, which appear in a less obviously sequential way compared to the landscapes of the chalk and the heath. [203] Originating from the ancient Norse and Saxon languages, the dialect was prevalent across the Blackmore Vale but has fallen into disuse. It has not, however, been the largest employer since the mid 19th century as mechanisation substantially reduced the number of workers required. [124], The two authorities came into existence on 1 April 2019, when Bournemouth and Poole merged with Christchurch, one of six second-tier districts previously governed by Dorset County Council, leaving the other five districts - Weymouth and Portland, West Dorset, North Dorset, Purbeck and East Dorset - to form a second UA. [250] Wimborne Minster features a chained library and a 14th-century astronomical clock;[251] Christchurch Priory is renowned for its miraculous beam which, according to legend, was installed by Christ;[252] and the 15th century roof spanning the nave at St John the Baptist Church in Bere Regis is described by architectural historian Nikolaus Pevsner as the "finest timber roof of Dorset". None of the fields are case sensitive. Once adopted, the Local Plan will guide decisions on planning applications in Dorset for the next 15 years. This consisted of 412,905 for the non-metropolitan county (not including Bournemouth and Poole), 183,491 for the unitary authority of Bournemouth and 147,645 for the unitary authority of Poole. Find out about the Trail and use the interactive map to explore accommodation, services and attractions on the route. A much loved location with visitors for generations, it’s not hard to see why visitors return again and again. Dorset (/ ˈ d ɔːr s ɪ t /; archaically: Dorsetshire) is a county in South West England on the English Channel coast. Experience many things to do and attractions on offer in West Bay and Bridport. Know Before You Go - Covid-19 information, Dorsets Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Areas Of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). [150][151] Plans to relocate the Royal School of Signals from Blandford to South Wales could result in a loss of up to £74 million GVA for the area. 1: Weymouth - Wyke Regis - Portland Via Chiswell - Fortuneswell - Easton - Weston - Southwell. [99][100] It has two Heritage Coasts totalling 92 kilometres (57 mi) and Sites of Special Scientific Interest covering 199 km2 (77 sq mi). [210][211] Children’s author Enid Blyton drew inspiration for many of her works from Dorset. West Bay offers some stunning landscapes to explore with breathtaking views from its cliff tops that surround the village. A consultation on the draft Dorset Council Local Plan will start on 18 January 2021. Not forgetting the miles upon miles of wonderful walking routes and cycling trails that allow you to take in the beautiful scenery. [145][146] Agriculture has become less profitable and the industry has declined further. [77] Most of the Dorset heathland has Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) status with three areas designated as internationally important Ramsar sites. To search you can enter values in more than one field if required and the search will return all records that meet the criteria set. ... town planning, CGI's, interior design, tendering and project monitoring services. [59] Beaminster and Bridport are situated in the west of the county; Verwood and the historic Saxon market towns of Wareham and Wimborne Minster are located to the east. If you are planning to visit during the Covid-19 pandemic, things will be a little different in Bridport this year but the business and the community will still offer you their friendly welcome. [82], A former river valley flooded by rising sea levels 6,000 years ago, Poole Harbour is one of the largest natural harbours in the world. Cattle and pig farming has declined similarly; during the same period the number of cattle fell from 240,413 to 170,700, and pigs from 169,636 to 72,700. [188] The two-day event exhibits local produce and livestock and attracts some 55,000 people. Site layouts are intended for illustrative purposes only, and may be subject to change, for example, in response to market demand, ground conditions or technical and planning reasons. It is developing as an advanced engineering cluster of excellence for the South West, building on its strengths in marine, defence, energy and cyber-security. View Monday to Friday Download PDF version Valid from 01/02/2021 to 02/04/2021; 2. [36] However, the industrial revolution largely bypassed Dorset which lacked coal resources and as a consequence the county remained predominantly agricultural. [20] The Normans consolidated their control over the area by constructing castles at Corfe, Wareham and Dorchester in the early part of the 12th century. [13][14] Bokerley Dyke, a large defensive ditch built by the county's post-Roman inhabitants near the border with modern-day Hampshire, delayed the advance of the Saxons into Dorset for almost 150 years. Three-quarters of its coastline is part of the Jurassic Coast Natural World Heritage Site due to its geological and palaeontologic significance. Many are boarding schools which also take day pupils, such as the co-educational Canford School which is built around a 19th-century Grade I listed manor house; and Sherborne School, a boys' school founded in the 16th century. The town is a hive of activity with an eclectic mix of independent shops, cafes and restaurants that give the town a wonderfully welcoming atmosphere. [92], Most of Dorset's coastline is part of the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site, which stretches for 155 kilometres (96 mi)[93] between Studland and Exmouth in Devon. Nottingham (/ ˈ n ɒ t ɪ ŋ ə m / NOT-ing-əm) is a city and unitary authority area in Nottinghamshire, England.Part of the East Midlands region, it is 128 miles (206 km) north of London and 45 miles (72 km) northeast of Birmingham.. Nottingham has links to the legend of Robin Hood and to the lace-making, bicycle (notably Raleigh … [38][49], Dorset is largely rural with many small villages, few large towns and no cities. [217] All three colours are used in Dorset County Council's coat of arms and the red and white was used in recognition of the English flag. To build your own Itinerary, click to add an item to your Itinerary basket. Some 2,000 of these rebels offered battle to Lord Fairfax's Parliamentary army at Hambledon Hill but they were easily routed. [88] Much of the county drains into three rivers, the Frome, Piddle and Stour which all flow to the sea in a south-easterly direction. [72][73] Between the chalk hills are large, wide vales and wide flood plains. In 1844, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, reorganisation of local government in 1974, List of settlements in Dorset by population, South West Hampshire/South East Dorset Green Belt, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council, List of Parliamentary constituencies in Dorset, Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy, List of schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, "Somme memorial to Dorset World War I soldiers", "Thankful villages: The places where everyone came back from the wars", "Bournemouth Bids for Queen's Jubilee City Status", "Poundbury: can Prince Charles change the way we build?
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