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ABBOTSBURY SWANNERY
New Barn Road, Abbotsbury Tel 01305
871684
Description
This has been a managed breeding ground
for swans (and other wildlife) for hundreds of years. This lagoon is
on a very untouched stretch of coastline
Location
Abbotsbury is between Weymouth and
Bridport on the coastal road B3157. The swannery is sign posted from
village
Opening Times
Ar-Oct 10-5
Disabled Access
Yes
Admission Prices
Unconfirmed
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ATHELHAMPTON HOUSE AND GARDEN
Athelhampton, Dorchester, Dorset Tel 01305
848135
Description
Athelhampton is one of the finest 15c
houses in England, containing an abundance of historical,
architectural and cultural history. The Grade 1 gardens, dating from
1891, contain the world famous topiary pyramids
Location
On the A35 between Poole and Dorchester
(nearer Dorchester) one mile east of Puddletown.
Opening Times
1 Mar- 1 Nov 11-5 (closed Sat's)
Disabled Access
Welcome - please enquire about
facilities
Admission Prices
Unconfirmed
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BRIDPORT MUSEUM
South Street Bridport Tel 01308 42216
Description
Local history reference centre housed in
Tudor building
Location
Bridport is on the coast between Lyme
Regis and Weymouth
Opening Times
Apr-Oct Mon-Sat 10-5 Sun 2-5 Nov-Mar Wed,
Sat 10-5 Sun 2-5
Admission Prices
Free
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BROWNSEA ISLAND
Poole Harbour BH15 1EE Tel 0202 707744
Description
A 202 ha island haven of heath and
woodland with views over the Dorset coast
Location
Boats run from Poole Quay and Sandbanks,
Swanage and Bournemouth. private craft may land at pottery Pier at
west end of island.
Opening Times
Apr-Oct 10-8 or dusk if earlier.
Admission Prices
Unconfirmed for 98 NT
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