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Visiting The Area

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Visiting The Area

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Things To Do Around The Area

Wimborne Minster

At the heart of the town sits Wimborne Minster Church, one of the most iconic buildings in Wimborne, the Church is over 1300 years old and has one of the only surviving chained librarys in the world.

Wimborne Model Town

Wimborne Model Town is a 1/10th scale model of the centre of Wimborne as it was in the 1950s. During your visit you can get close up and personnel with the model building, be amazed at the detail of the miniature shop displays within them, wander around a nearly one acre site set with mature gardens and find other attraction to delight young and old alike. Wimborne Model Town is a community charity staffed and run almost exclusively by volunteers.

Moors Valley Country Park

Moors Valley is an award-winning visitor attraction offering a host of outdoor activities for all ages.

Discover miles of walking trails, cycle routes and dog-friendly trails, two large adventure play areas, Adventure Valley featuring Mini Land Rovers and Adventure Golf, Cycle Hire, Gruffalo and friends’ sculptures, a one mile Play Trail, our Tree Top and Music Trails, and accessible Bee Hive play structure.

Avon Country Park

Avon Heath Country Park is a mixture of glorious heathland and woods and has been awarded a Green Flag.

Enjoy a walk or cycle along one of the trails and discover some of the abundant wildlife.

Take part in a treasure trail or grab something to eat or drink from the takeaway kiosk or cafe.

Many events take place during the year at this country park, especially family events during school holidays.

Places To Eat & Drink

Long Johns Fish & Chips

Long John’s Fish and Chips is a family run business who have been serving fish and chips since 1948. It has been in their family for four generations. They take great pride in providing the highest quality fish and chips to the local area, with shops in Wimborne, Blandford, Wareham and Oakdale.

Eight Arch Brewery

Eight Arch's taproom is a pop up bar in their brewery in the heart of Wimborne. It’s a place for people to get together and enjoy our beers fresh from where they’re brewed in a fun, relaxed space with street food every Friday & Saturday. Dogs and children welcome.

They also serve local cider, wine, gin & rum for non-beer drinkers and soft drinks.

they craft exceptional pale ales, porters, and stouts. Winners of national SIBA awards,

The Horton Inn

The Horton Inn is a recently refurbished, dog-friendly country pub and hotel, located on the outskirts of the New Forest and just a short drive from the beautiful Dorset Jurassic coast. They serve delicious traditional pub grub in their restaurant and bar area, as well as offering several en-suite rooms for anyone wishing to spend the night or looking for a well-deserved break!

As a country pub they understand the needs of walkers and their companions, so muddy boots are not frowned upon and well-behaved dogs are more than welcome in the pub, as well in some of their accommodation.

Shopping & Local Services

Wimborne Garden Centre

Wimborne Garden Centre is your one-stop shop for all your gardening needs.

Accommodation

The Townhouse

The Townhouse, a 5 bed property property with a garden, is set in Wimborne Minster. This elegant, Grade II listed Georgian town house is located next door to the popular Tivoli Theatre – perfect for a night out. Families, groups or couples will enjoy the delights of this charming town which has various eateries, inns, cafés, traditional shops and the beautiful historic minster.

The Horton Inn

The Horton Inn is a recently refurbished, dog-friendly country pub and hotel, located on the outskirts of the New Forest and just a short drive from the beautiful Dorset Jurassic coast. They serve delicious traditional pub grub in their restaurant and bar area, as well as offering several en-suite rooms for anyone wishing to spend the night or looking for a well-deserved break!

As a country pub they understand the needs of walkers and their companions, so muddy boots are not frowned upon and well-behaved dogs are more than welcome in the pub, as well in some of their accommodation.

The Coach House At The Brook

Recalibrate! Take it easy at this unique and tranquil retreat next to a sweet little babbling brook. Located in Wimborne in the quiet village of Canford Magna, The Coach House at The Brook was built around 1780. It’s linked to the main house by a central courtyard where you will find the entrance to this recently restored Grade ll gem. Perfect for a couple, the coach house is well-equipped with a comfortable double bed, a luxurious bathroom, a breakfast room and a large sitting room.