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18 Hole Par 70, Downland With Magnificent Views, Blandford, 2 Fore 1 Described by Peter Alliss as “The best kept secret in Dorset”, the course is one of the oldest in the country. Constructed on downland, the fairways are undulating and although hole 3 does have a short sharp hill, all others are easy walking. Four holes are played within Ashley Woods, ancient woodland carpeted with bluebells in May. Being natural chalk downland, the course drains very quickly and remains playable in all but the most extreme weather. The course is rarely closed for long, and trolleys have only been banned for four days during the last ten years. The par 70 course is 6270 yards long with some ‘open’ drives and some requiring more accuracy. It is a good test of golf for all levels of ability. Ashley Wood Golf Club was built by Sir William Henry Smith-Marriott in 1896 after becoming bored with the usual leisure activities of the day. Ashley Wood was the fifth Golf Club to be formed in Dorset, following Bridport 1891, Isle of Purbeck 1892, Lyme Regis 1893 and Sherborne 1894. The course was 2642 yards in length consisting of nine holes complete with grass bunkers. The course was laid out over historic countryside, including Buzbury Rings, an ancient ring fort, tumuli and defensive dykes all of which dated back to pre-Roman times. These ancient remains were incorporated into the layout in various ways and without doubt added to the difficulty of the course. An entry in The Golfers Annual XXII reads as follows: Blandford – Ashley Wood Golf Club. Instituted April 1896 Annual subscription £1.1s Ladies 12s 6d Number of members 40 Hon Sec – Rev F Salmon, Langton Rectory, Blandford The course, of nine holes, is at Ashley Wood, about two miles from Blandford Station. Visitors 1s. per day, 3s. per week, or 7s. 6d per month. There are three hotels. In 1952, the course, having become slightly derelict during the Second World War, was purchased by Roy & Jackie Carey. In 1960 the Careys made a course of 9 holes, with two tees on each hole, giving as total yardage of 5107 yards. On the 7th May 1994 and almost 100 years from its inception The Ashley Wood Golf Club, having been extended, was now opened as an 18 hole course with a yardage of 6276 yards. Since 1996 construction has been made to enhance the course with new tees and fairway constructions. The course also has a new watering system which gives an excellent standard of green during the summer months. The Ashley Wood Golf Club has a long and interesting history. For those interested in finding out more, the book ‘The Ashley Wood Story’ by Alan Lindsay makes for an interesting read about one of the oldest courses in the County.

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Wimborne Road, Blandford Forum, DT11 9HN

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The Course Is Situated Half a Mile South of Blandford on the B3082

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Woodland Course - Superbly Manicured - Panoramic Views Over Poole Harbour, 18 Holes 6003 yards, SSS 71 Bulbury Woods Golf Club will give you a warm welcome that will make you feel at home quicker than you can say “Birdie” and a round of golf that will challenge and satisfy you in equal measure. A stunning setting with spectacular views over the Purbeck hills and Poole plus a quality Clubhouse make Bulbury Woods Golf Club not only the perfect golf course for a pleasurable and testing round, but it is also a place where you will receive a warm welcome and fine hospitality. 6002 yards. 18 holes Par 71. As tight as it's tricky, the lush, tree-lined fairways, the unexpected bunkers, twists and turns all help to make playing the Bulbury Woods course an unforgettable experience. From first hole to last, it's an enjoyable experience too, the surrounding ancient woodland, gently undulating landscape and panoramic views across the Purbecks providing the perfect backdrop to every stroke and step. Before your game visit the warm-up area at the side of the Clubhouse. To the rear exit out towards the 1st tee is the putting green and practice nets.

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Bulbury Lane, Lychett Minster, Near Poole, BH16 6HR

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The Course Is Found Jst Off the A35 - One Mile After the Bakers Arms Roundabout - 3 Miles From Poole Centre

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01929 459 574

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The Cavalcade of Costume Museum, situated in Georgian Lime Tree House, displays a delightful selection of costume and accessories dating from the 1730’s. Costumes on view are chosen from Mrs. Penny’s original collection and from donations given since the museum opened.

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Lime Tree House, The Plocks, Blandford Forum, DORSET, DT11 7AA

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When in Blandford Forum town centre, from the market place follow the one way system up Salisbury Street. Take the right fork as the street divides and turn immediately right into The Plocks. The museum is apporximately 50 metres on the right.

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Thur to Mon, Easter to September 11-5pm and Oct to Easter 11-4pm.Closed mid Dec until mid Feb

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01258 453006

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The Cobb at Lyme Regis provided the stunning backdrop for the storm-swept Meryl Streep waiting for Jeremy Irons in 'The French Lieutenant's Woman' (1981).

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16th Century thatched pub mentioned in "Tess of the d'Urbervilles" by Thomas Hardy. A warm friendly pub serving an extensive menu with plenty of places to sit. Often has live music during the Summer months.

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Marnhull, North Dorset.

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On the Sturminster road

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Mon - Sat 11 am - 2pm , 7pm - 9.30pm Sun 12 noon - 2pm

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01258 820224

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The Dorset Teddy Bear Museum, Dorchester's unmissable family museum, plus Teddy Bear House, a unique family house with people sized bears. Be sure to visit the museum's charming period shop stocking top brands: Steiff, Robin Rive, Merrythought, Dean's, Cotswold Co, Gund & many more - probably the best in the South.

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Antelope Walk, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1BE

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By Road - Dorchester is centrally situated on the intersection of the A35 and the A37

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Open 7 days a week all year round. 9:30am-5pm. Sundays 10am-4pm. Closed 25&26th December

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01305 263200

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01305 268885

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Walk 4 from "Waterside Walks in Dorset" Countryside Books (ISBN 1-85306-603-6) 4.5 miles from Worth Matravers Along the Dorset coast and limestone cliffs some on the coastal path -

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South from Wareham on the A351 then B3069 to Kingstone then a right turn to Worth Matravers

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free

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All year

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01929 439 229 (The Square and Compass)

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Located in Manston near our B&B and self catering accommodation it is within a few minutes walk of Northwood Cottage or if you prefer to drive there is plenty of parking and unlikely to be any breath tests on the way back! Many of our guests that have eaten there and have enjoyed the food and atmosphere. This is Dorset so don't be in a hurry when you visit the Plough. Mention Northwood Cottages to get excellent service! Non Smoking - even before the law comes in!

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The Plough, Manston, Dorset, DT10 1HD

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Open most of the day. Check for food times.

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01258 472 484

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A free house near a small stream. Has a back garden. Service in June 2006 was really good. Food excellent. We can recomend this pub, for a meal.

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Piddletrenthide DT2 7QX

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From Kings Stag take the road down to Dorchester.

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Spies, Codes & Secret Agents at the Royal Signals Museum. The National Museum of Army Communication, with lots of exhibits and displays. Discover the Science and Technology of Communications with hands on experiments and interactive devices. See your voice, Crack Codes, Invent a Spy Gadget or experience how Secret Agents were trained. Also featuring many Children's Adventure and Trails, all participants win a prize.

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Blandford

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Open Monday to Friday (all year) 10am to 5pm. Saturdays and Sundays (Feb to Oct 30th) 10am to 4pm.

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01258 482248

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Walk 2 in Waterside Walks in Dorset - Countryside Books (ISBN 1-85306-603-6) 4 miles - Parking in the White Hart car park Longham for patrons - The walk is across fields. riverside and woods - Read about Isaac Gulliver the "gentle smuggler" from 1800

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Longham in on the A348 about 2 miles from Wimbourne Minster.

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01202 572326 (White Hart in Longham)

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The Terracotta Army of China is a spectacular NEW exhibition which brings together all the wonder of the discovery of the many treasures of Chin She Huang Di, the first Emperor of China. He conquered and united China to become its First Emperor. He built the Great Wall and amassed great works of art. A megalomaniac, he sought the secret of immortality. 70,000 workers built his tomb filled with legendary treasures. His 3000 wives and concubines followed him to the grave. Over 6000 fantastic life-size clay warriors protected his tomb. The Famous Terracotta Army - one of the wonders of the ancient world. The Exhibition features a spectacular group of these warriors which have been special created in China by the conservation technicians who preserve and restore the warriors after excavation. Also featured are fabulous recreations of Ching She Huang Di, his uniformed officers, and the life-size clay warriors.The dramatic audio presentations and lighting bring the whole experience stunningly to life. The exhibition has been exhibited in Jersey and at various centres in Britain. It is at present at The Terracotta Warriors Museum, Dorchester, UK.

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High Street East, Dorchester and Heritage House, 25 High West Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1UW , UK

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By Road - Dorchester is centrally situated on the intersection of the A35 and the A37

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Open daily, phone for winter hours.

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01305 269741 _ 01305 266040

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01305 268885

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The Tutankhamen Exhibition is an internationally renowned unique exhibition capturing and recreating a moment in time in 1922 when the tomb was discovered filled with some of history's greatest treasures. It has been featured in numerous television documentaries for both national and international television, most notably "The Face of Tutankhamen" with Christopher Frayling.

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The monument was erected in 1844 which was five years after Hardy'e death. It is 70 foot tall and built by Arthur Henry Acland inan octagonal shape from Portland stone

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Small charge

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All Summer

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Farm Street Tintinhull, Yeovil, Somerset BA22 9PZ

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5 miles north west of Yeovil

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Adult £4.00 Child £ 2.00

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Apr – Sep

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01935 822545

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About 1.5 miles due South of Stalbridge is the Thornhill Obelisk. Erected by Sir. James Thornhill in 1727 to commemorate the crowning of King George II

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1.5 miles due South of Stalbridge at Thornhill House

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1.5 miles due South of Stalbridge at Thornhill House

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A delightful formal garden, created last century around a 17th century manor house, with an attractive kitchen garden.

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Farm Street Tintinhull, Yeovil, Somerset BA22 9PZ

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Half a mile south of A303, 5 miles Northwest of Yeovil. South of the A303, follow signs to Tintinhull village.

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Adult £3.80 Child £ 1.80 NT members free

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The Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum tells the harrowing tale of the Martyrs arrest, trial and punishment, leading to the foundation of modern day trade unionism. The museum has been re-designed into a modern, informative, and educational exhibition, using interactive touch screen displays new graphic panels telling the story in text and images. The museum sets out the Martyrs' story in four sections: Before the arrest, The Oath and Betrayal, Transportation, and the Homecoming. A new Book and CD-ROM have also been produced, all sponsored by trades unions and organisations. The museum evolved out of the library which formed part of the Tolpuddle Martyrs Memorial Cottages, built in 1934 to mark the Centenary of the Martyrs' conviction. The library, meant for use by the workers living in the cottages, soon became a depository for various artefacts, documents and memorabilia relating to the history of the Tolpuddle Martyrs. Over the years, a rather ad hoc display telling the story of the Martyrs had evolved into the Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum. The new Museum opened Saturday 1st April 2000, it has finally become an appropriate place of pilgrimage for visitors from the UK and around the world, for young and old alike. Visitors can now discover for themselves how the Tolpuddle Martyrs changed the face of social history and, through their beliefs and actions, made such an impact on trade unionism today. Sponsors include the Amalgamated Engineering and Electrical Union, General Municipal Boilermakers, National Association of Schoolmasters/Union of Women teachers, National Union of Teachers, Trades Union Congress, Transport and General Workers Union, The Public Services Union, Independent Union of Halifax Staff, Society of Telecom Executives, British Airways, Cooperative Wholesale Society, Guest Keene and Nettlefold and the National Grid Trade Union Fund Managers

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TUC Memorial Cottages, Tolpuddle, Dorset, England UK, DT2 7EH

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On the A35 near Poole on the dorchester Poole A35 road

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