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Dorset recommendations

Post by cricketfieldclarets » Fri Aug 02, 2019 10:55 pm

As title. I know theres a few south west clarets. Down for 8 days. Planned the obvious Jurrasic Coast, probably Bournemouth and the beach and perhaps up to New Forest.

Any nice drives the other way through Devon and Cornwall. Was in Cornwall with work a few weeks ago and didnt think it was all that. Granted only saw Falmouth really.

Staying near Dorcester.

Thanks

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by dougcollins » Fri Aug 02, 2019 11:04 pm

The place with monkeys in is ok.

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by conyoviejo » Fri Aug 02, 2019 11:05 pm

Bournemouth to Swanage by the chain ferry ,then through to Wareham and Poole on your way back to Bournemoth..

Lulworth cove is worth a drive to .. Best to park at Durdle Dor though and walk over the coastal path to Lulworth ..a lovely walk to be had ..
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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by conyoviejo » Fri Aug 02, 2019 11:08 pm

Tyneham is worth a visit if you are into history..

http://www.tynehamopc.org.uk/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by dougcollins » Fri Aug 02, 2019 11:18 pm

Seriously. The place with monkeys is worth a visit.

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by conyoviejo » Fri Aug 02, 2019 11:19 pm

Catch the open top bus from Weymouth to Portland Bill..Fantastic scenery from the top overlooking Weymouth of Chesil Beach.. Get off at Portland bill lighthouse and walk to the big rock (200 yards away) with the dodgy inbuilt steps up it and climb it ..
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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by Quickenthetempo » Fri Aug 02, 2019 11:22 pm

dougcollins wrote:Seriously. The place with monkeys is worth a visit.
The tank museum near the place with monkeys is worth a visit.

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by ElectroClaret » Fri Aug 02, 2019 11:22 pm

Weymouth is lovely, great beach, particularly if you have kids.
Amazing county.
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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by dermotdermot » Fri Aug 02, 2019 11:26 pm

conyoviejo wrote:Bournemouth to Swanage by the chain ferry ,then through to Wareham and Poole on your way back to Bournemoth..

Lulworth cove is worth a drive to .. Best to park at Durdle Dor though and walk over the coastal path to Lulworth ..a lovely walk to be had ..
The chain ferry isn’t there. It’s been towed to Southampton. They hope to have it back by October. Quite ridiculous really. With all the money down here, they can’t seem to fix it. You have to go the long way round as does everyone else causing massive congestion.

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by rob63 » Fri Aug 02, 2019 11:26 pm

ElectroClaret wrote:Weymouth is lovely, great beach, particularly if you have kids.
Amazing county.
Good for a pub crawl too :D

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by dougcollins » Fri Aug 02, 2019 11:32 pm

The Walled Garden near the Tank Museum near The Place With Monkeys is worth a visit.

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by Suratclaret » Sat Aug 03, 2019 5:23 am

The swanery at Abbotsbury is well worth visiting.

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by Bertiebeehead » Sat Aug 03, 2019 6:30 am

How many monkeys are we talking about?

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by Dawlishclaret » Sat Aug 03, 2019 7:32 am

Kimmeridge is worth a visit, great walks on the coastal footpath ( the army ranges are usually open at the weekend) Maiden Castle - Iron Age earthworks - is very close to Dorchester.

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by Croydon Claret » Sat Aug 03, 2019 7:49 am

In Devon but only an hour's drive


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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by Funkydrummer » Sat Aug 03, 2019 8:58 am

Croydon Claret wrote:In Devon but only an hour's drive


https://www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
That will be full of Rover's fans. :(
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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by Colburn_Claret » Sat Aug 03, 2019 8:59 am

Corfe Castle, you can then get the steam train into Swanage.

If you are into bird watching Arne is brilliant. Once saw a Hobby, Dartford Warbler and Stonechat all at the same time, just by spinning in the spot.

We used to camp at Durdle Door and walk over to Lulworth Cove regular when I was a child, but it's very busy nowadays.
Weymouth has a bit of everything.
The Tank Museum is a great day out as well, across the road fro Monkey World. They are both days out though, so I wouldn't try to do them on the same day


P.S. Salisbury is a great visit as well.

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by Bosscat » Sat Aug 03, 2019 9:07 am

Bertiebeehead wrote:How many monkeys are we talking about?
5?

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by Paulclaret » Sat Aug 03, 2019 9:23 am

If you're thinking of driving from Bournemouth down to Swanage, through Wareham and Corfe Castle, be sure to plan your journey carefully. Since the Sandbanks Chain Ferry broke down, it's an absolute nightmare. Took us over an hour to get to Corfe Castle last weekend. Normally takes a maximum of half hour. If you're going to Monkey World or the Tank Museum, best to stay on the A35 and turn off at Bere Regis.

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by Padiham Joe » Sat Aug 03, 2019 9:24 am

Lulworth Cove and a stunning coastal walk. Within 15 mins of here is Monkey World (a sanctuary for hundreds of rescued monkeys) and the tank museum at Bovington.

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by welsbyswife » Sat Aug 03, 2019 9:49 am

If you want to combine a swim with a walk there is a wonderful sea water swimming pool called Dancing Ledge at a place called Langton Matravers. Some Victorian carved a pool out of the rocks by the sea in a really spectacular setting. You have to scramble down the path to get there but it is quirky and great fun.

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by LS7 » Sat Aug 03, 2019 9:51 am

Cycle hire place at Brockenhurst station. £20 to rent a bike for a few hours and then cycle down the tracks in the New Forest, pub stop etc. I did it the other week and it’s really good. Generally flat too.

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by harpers_perm » Sat Aug 03, 2019 1:23 pm

Bovington Tank Museum, a great place to visit if you like Tanks.

If you don’t like Tanks then the Bovington Tank Museum isn’t for you as there are a loads of Tanks there, indeed you can’t walk anywhere around the place without bumping into a Tank.

Thank Monkey place is just across the road as well. So if you like Monkeys and Tanks then I can’t think of a more perfect day.

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by IanMcL » Sat Aug 03, 2019 4:32 pm

Cerne Abbas Giant is worth a look.

Will increase your fertility, if nothing else!

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by SonofPog » Sat Aug 03, 2019 4:57 pm

Cant help to the west of Dorchester to much,

But another vote for the Coast of the "isle" of purbeck south of swanage, along from Swange to Winspit Quarry is one of my favourite places on earth. The swimming "pool" at Dancing ledge is totally worth it, you can also get into the sea easily at Winspit.

Worth Matravers has a big, donation fee car park and a grand pub "The square and Compass", but if you've got a car and fancy a view northwards, then the short drive to the Scott Arms in Kingston, has a beautiful view overlooking Corfe Castle.

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Swanage is a lovely little town, but Weymouth does the kids seaside town better.

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by cricketfieldclarets » Sun Aug 04, 2019 8:54 am

Colburn_Claret wrote:Corfe Castle, you can then get the steam train into Swanage.

If you are into bird watching Arne is brilliant. Once saw a Hobby, Dartford Warbler and Stonechat all at the same time, just by spinning in the spot.

We used to camp at Durdle Door and walk over to Lulworth Cove regular when I was a child, but it's very busy nowadays.
Weymouth has a bit of everything.
The Tank Museum is a great day out as well, across the road fro Monkey World. They are both days out though, so I wouldn't try to do them on the same day


P.S. Salisbury is a great visit as well.
Just about to set off to either Corfe castle or Kingston lacy will definitely do both though I hope. Assume castle is harder work with a pram so will need the carrier?

Weymouth was brilliant yesterday very nice place. Much better than I imagined.

As for Salisbury. My boss lives there. So will be giving that a miss. :lol:
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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by Bertiebeehead » Sun Aug 04, 2019 9:06 am

Bosscat wrote:5?
I need at least 7.

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by Goalposts » Sun Aug 04, 2019 4:54 pm

i was hoping there was some recommendations for north Devon, i'm down there myself stopping in the former cottage owned by terry thomas

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by Goalposts » Sun Aug 04, 2019 4:55 pm

i was hoping there was some recommendations for north Devon, i'm down there myself stopping in the former cottage owned by terry thomas

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by dougcollins » Sun Aug 04, 2019 5:50 pm

12.

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by Guller Bull » Sun Aug 04, 2019 5:58 pm

Goalposts wrote:i was hoping there was some recommendations for north Devon, i'm down there myself stopping in the former cottage owned by terry thomas
Whereabouts are you Goalposts? Are you with young family?

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Post by dermotdermot » Sun Aug 04, 2019 9:54 pm

I must admit that I find these suggestions that the poor fellow should take in Monkey World and the Bovington Tank Museum quite ridiculous. I've lived in this area since 1977 and have never felt the slightest inclination to visit either of these places. It's summer and there are a multitude of outdoor activities to enjoy in various locations.

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Post by cricketfieldclarets » Sun Aug 04, 2019 9:55 pm

Goalposts wrote:i was hoping there was some recommendations for north Devon, i'm down there myself stopping in the former cottage owned by terry thomas
Croyde, Morte Point and Heddons bay all look great in the national trust book. On the list in case weather goes south here and is nice there 8-)

Went to Kingston Lacey today ourselves. Beautiful place!

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by cricketfieldclarets » Mon Aug 05, 2019 9:50 pm

conyoviejo wrote:
Lulworth cove is worth a drive to .. Best to park at Durdle Dor though and walk over the coastal path to Lulworth ..a lovely walk to be had ..
Did pretty much this today. Although parked in the village and went to Lulworth Cove first.

No exaggeration, easily one of the most incredible places I’ve visited anywhere in the world. Truly stunning
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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by cricketfieldclarets » Tue Aug 06, 2019 9:43 pm

dougcollins wrote:The place with monkeys in is ok.
Went there this morning. Great place for the monkeys. And well looked after with tonnes of space to roam about. Just difficult to see them and very very busy even on a tuesday.

But the monkeys look like they have a better life than in the jungle :D

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by cricketfieldclarets » Wed Aug 07, 2019 8:41 am

dermotdermot wrote:I must admit that I find these suggestions that the poor fellow should take in Monkey World and the Bovington Tank Museum quite ridiculous. I've lived in this area since 1977 and have never felt the slightest inclination to visit either of these places. It's summer and there are a multitude of outdoor activities to enjoy in various locations.
Well I wish I didn't miss this post :lol: :lol: :lol:

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by tim_noone » Wed Aug 07, 2019 10:20 am

cricketfieldclarets wrote:Well I wish I didn't miss this post :lol: :lol: :lol:
???? Makes no sense.

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Post by tarkys_ears » Wed Aug 07, 2019 10:25 am

dermotdermot wrote:I must admit that I find these suggestions that the poor fellow should take in Monkey World and the Bovington Tank Museum quite ridiculous. I've lived in this area since 1977 and have never felt the slightest inclination to visit either of these places. It's summer and there are a multitude of outdoor activities to enjoy in various locations. you know!
I thought EXTREMELY old, boring people had to add "you know" to the end of every sentence?

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by cricketfieldclarets » Wed Aug 07, 2019 9:25 pm

tim_noone wrote:???? Makes no sense.
Didnt see the post saying dont bother. And subsequently bothered.

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Post by tim_noone » Wed Aug 07, 2019 9:29 pm

cricketfieldclarets wrote:Didnt see the post saying dont bother. And subsequently bothered.
Don't bother I'm not Bothered either way. :D

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by BOYSIE31 » Wed Aug 07, 2019 9:30 pm

Get the ferry over to swanage and drive around the coast with loads of places to go and stop

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Post by cricketfieldclarets » Wed Aug 07, 2019 9:31 pm

BOYSIE31 wrote:Get the ferry over to swanage and drive around the coast with loads of places to go and stop
Went to Swanage today. Nice enough. But encountered a miserable ******* in the chippy and a miserable old bag on the beach.

Not a patch on Lulworth. 8-)
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Post by tim_noone » Wed Aug 07, 2019 9:33 pm

cricketfieldclarets wrote:Went to Swanage today. Nice enough. But encountered a miserable ******* in the chippy and a miserable old bag on the beach.

Not a patch on Lulworth. 8-)
Man and Wife?

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by South West Claret. » Wed Aug 07, 2019 9:33 pm

Forget Dorset and come to Devon instead you won’t regret it.
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Post by dermotdermot » Wed Aug 07, 2019 9:37 pm

BOYSIE31 wrote:Get the ferry over to swanage and drive around the coast with loads of places to go and stop
THE FERRY IS NOT THERE ANYMORE!

Can you please try and keep up?

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by dermotdermot » Wed Aug 07, 2019 9:44 pm

tarkys_ears wrote:I thought EXTREMELY old, boring people had to add "you know" to the end of every sentence?
I didn’t put ‘you know’ on the end of my last sentence - see post 32. Obviously an extremely boring person such as you, with nothing better to do with their time, decided to add it. I am also not EXTREMELY old.

I have been alerted to this by a moderator so you’d better behave.
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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by kindonesque » Wed Aug 07, 2019 9:54 pm

do not step on dermotdermot's toes
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Post by dermotdermot » Wed Aug 07, 2019 10:06 pm

Well said, Dermot!

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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by cricketfieldclarets » Wed Aug 07, 2019 10:30 pm

tim_noone wrote:Man and Wife?
Most likely. It was at opposite ends of the prom so almost certainly :D
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Re: Dorset recommendations

Post by dermotdermot » Wed Aug 07, 2019 10:45 pm

conyoviejo wrote:Tyneham is worth a visit if you are into history..

http://www.tynehamopc.org.uk/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Tyneham is indeed worth a visit. Head south from the village, up the hill, which will take you high up to the cliff top. Turn right and head towards Worbarrow Bay. Then drop down on the coastal path to the bay. Bypass the beach and ascend to the facing cliff top. Once at the top, turn right and descend back down to the village. An exhilarating round trip hike.

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