Welcome to Anderson

Anderson is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. It is situated in the heart of the county and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque views and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Anderson is home to a number of historic buildings, including the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The village also has a number of quaint shops and cafes, where visitors can enjoy a cup of tea or a bite to eat.

One of the main attractions of Anderson is its proximity to the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The coast is famous for its stunning cliffs, rock formations, and fossils, and is a popular destination for fossil hunters and geologists. Visitors to Anderson can take a short drive to the coast and explore the many beaches and coves that line the shore. The area is also home to a number of walking and cycling trails, which offer stunning views of the coastline and surrounding countryside.

Anderson is also known for its vibrant community spirit. The village has a number of local events and festivals throughout the year, including a summer fete, a Christmas market, and a village show. These events bring together residents and visitors alike, and are a great way to experience the local culture and traditions. Anderson is a charming and welcoming village, and is the perfect destination for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the beauty of the English countryside.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Dunbury Church Of England Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Holly Doswell
Dolway Lane
Blandford Forum
Winterborne Whitechurch
Dorset
DT11 0AW
01258880501
School Website
Spetisbury C Of E Va Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Andrew Brown
High Street
Spetisbury
Blandford Forum
Dorset
DT11 9DF
01258452107
School Website
Bere Regis Primary And Preschool
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Rachael Brown
Southbrook
Bere Regis
Wareham
Dorset
BH20 7DB
1929471334
School Website
Lytchett Matravers Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Simon France
Lytchett Matravers
Poole
Dorset
BH16 6DY
1202622378
School Website
The Luccombe Hub
Other Independent Special School
Ages:8-18
Head Teacher
Principal Henri Monier-Williams
Unit 12
East Luccombe Farm
Milton Abbas
Dorset
DT11 0BD
7930226886
School Website
Sturminster Marshall First School
Community School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Nina Charman
High Street
Sturminster Marshall
Wimborne Minster
Dorset
BH21 4AY
01258857348
School Website
Graduately Developing Futures
Other Independent Special School
Ages:6-11
Head Teacher
Mr James Gregory
Valley View Farm
Castle Farm Road
Lytchett Matravers
Dorset
BH16 6DA
7854434575
School Website
Milborne St Andrew First School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Michelle Cheeseman
Hopsfield
Milborne St Andrew
Blandford Forum
Dorset
DT11 0JE
01258837362
School Website
Blandford St Mary Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Ms Rosaleen Beaver
Birch Avenue
Blandford St Mary
Blandford Forum
Dorset
DT11 9QD
01258453331
School Website
Lytchett Minster School
Foundation School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Andrew Mead
Lytchett Minster
Poole
Dorset
BH16 6JD
01202622413
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Holton Heath
Station Road, Holton Heath, Dorset, BH16 6JT
5.77 Miles
Wareham
North Port, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4AS
6.27 Miles
Wool
Station Road, Wool, Dorset, BH20 6BL
6.84 Miles
Hamworthy
Junction Road, Hamworthy, Dorset, BH16 5AA
7.57 Miles
Moreton (Dorset)
Station Road, Moreton, Dorset, DT2 8BB
8.02 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Colehill And Wimborne Radio Cabs
01202 888810
7 Ball's Lane, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 4BG
4.59 Miles
Southern Comfort Travel
01258 857011
21 King's Street, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 4BJ
4.61 Miles
Station Cars
01929 550123
11 Cherry Close, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 7QN
5.74 Miles
Jurassic Cabs Ltd
01929 558119
191 Northmoor Way, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4SB
5.93 Miles
Mikes Taxis
01929 553091
85 Northmoor Way, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4EG
5.94 Miles
Abell Cars
01258 450260
13 Wilson Pk, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7PT
5.95 Miles
Hilliard Cars
01258 454415
40 Downside Close, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7SD
5.95 Miles
Kens Kabs
01258 456136
27 King's Rd, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7LD
5.98 Miles
Celtic Cabs
01929 463311
135 Cologne Rd, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6NS
5.98 Miles
Richard's Taxis
01929 556575
23 Stour Dr, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4EW
6.00 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Dt11 Anderson
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Dt11 Winterborne Kingston
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Dt11 Winterborne Zelstone
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Bh20 Bloxworth
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Dt11 Huish
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Dt11 Mapperton
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Bh20 Kings Corner
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Bh20 North Street
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Dt11 Almer
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Bh20 East Morden
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Bh20 Bere Regis Po
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Bh20 South Morden
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Dt11 Lower Street
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Bh20 Sitterton
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Bh20 Roke Farm
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Bere Regis Surgery
01929 471268
The Surgery
Manor Farm Rd,Bere Regis
Wareham
Dorset
BH20 7HB
Winterbourne Whitechurch
01258 880210
Village Hall
Dolway Lane
Winterbourne Whitechurch
Dorchester
Dorset
DT11 0AW
Sturminster Marshall Branch Surgery
Memorial Hall
Christchurch Close
Sturminster Marshall
Wimborne
Dorset
BH21 4DH
Milton Road Surgery
7 Milton Road Close
Milborne St Andrew
Blandford
Dorset
DT11 0JY
Winterbourne Stickland
01258 880210
Pamela Hambro Hall
Winterborne Strickland
Blandford
Dorset
DT11 0NN
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Local Stores

Blandford - Salisbury Road
Unit 2, Salisbury Road
Blandford Forum
Dorset
DT11 7QG
01258 451384
Store Website
5.58 miles
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SPAR Sturminster Marshall
27 Station Road
Sturminster Marshall
Wimborne
BH21 4AW
01258 857457
Store Website
4.4 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Lynwood Vets
Unit 9 Leanne Business Centre
Sandford Lane
Wareham
Dorset
BH20 4DY
01929 552692
siobhan@lynwoodvets.co.uk
Website
6.24 miles
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Pet Health Partnership
Upton Veterinary Centre
6 The Parade
Moorland Way, Upton
Poole
Dorset
BH16 5JS
01202 624140
upton@thepethealthpartnership.co.uk
Website
6.61 miles
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Open at weekends

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Client car park

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Hillside Veterinary Centre
116 Wareham Road
Corfe Mullen
Wimborne
Dorset
BH21 3LH
01202 698899
mail@hillsidevets.co.uk
Website
6.74 miles
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Wareham Veterinary Centre
17 East Street
Wareham
Dorset
BH20 4NN
01929 552599
wareham@thepethealthpartnership.co.uk
Website
6.77 miles
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Friars Moor Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Unit 27 Sunrise Business Park
Blandford Forum
Dorset
DT11 8ST
01258 472 160
admin@friarsmoorvets.co.uk
Website
6.95 miles
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Piddle Valley Vets Ltd
The Surgery
Backwater
Puddletown
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8SD
01305 848 820
Website
7.79 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Local Dog Walks

The Throop Loop
A Fabulous Short One-Mile Roundtrip Walk From The Hamlet Of Throop To Turners Puddle And Returning Via A Different Path To Throop. 99% Off-Road. In That Short Distance There Are Four Great Places For A Paddle Or A Swim In The River Piddle! Roadside Parking At Postcode Dt2 7Jd
3 Throop Hollow
Dorchester
DT2 7JD
4.16 miles

Postcode Dt2 7Jd. Approximately 3 Miles West Of Bere Regis; About Five Minutes' Drive From The A35.
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Upton Country Park
A Lovely Place With Many Different Length Walks.
A350
Poole
BH17 7YW
7.48 miles

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Wytch Heath Wareham Dorset
This Walk Takes In Two Remote Wildlife Hides, Open Heathland, A Bluebell Wood, Poole Harbour Views And An Oil Extraction Depot. Plenty Of Variety And Interest And Plenty Of Opportunities To Shorten Or Lengthen The Walk With Lots Of Off-Lead Options.
Unnamed Road
Wareham
Lancashire
BH20 5BN
9.12 miles

There Is Space To Park Off The Road At Grid Reference Sy 963 853. From Stoborough, Wareham, Take The Road East Towards The Arne Peninsula. Take The Third Turning On The Right, Heading South East. Continue Through Woods And Past Slepe Farm Until The Point Where The Poole Harbour Trail Crosses The Road. Here You Will Find Gravel Roadside Parking And A Gravel Track Heading Off To The Left With A Small, Round National Trust Hide Sign. Park Here And Start The Walk.
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Harbourside Park (Baiter And Whitecliff)
Park Walk Along Coast Harbour Lots Of Space Cafe In Car Park, Free Parking And Paid Walk Can Lead Into Poole With Pubs And Shops Children’S Play Area
68 Catalina Dr
Poole
BH15 1TQ
9.73 miles

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Poole Park
A Lovely Family Day Out. Ample Free Parking. Miniture Railway For The Kids And Those Who Are Just Kids At Heart. Boating Lake With Pedal Boats For Hire. Wildlife Lake With Swans, Ducks, Canada Geese And Many Other Birds Visiting And Packed Full Of Large Fish Which Will Almost Eat Out Of Your Hands. Pathed, Lawned, Wooded And Swimming Areas For The Dogs To Be Kept Amused.
90 Parkstone Rd
Poole
BH15 2QE
9.87 miles

Just Off Parkstone Road, Poole
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Kimmeridge Circle Dorset
A Good, Nearly 7 Mile Day Walk With Opportunities For Off Lead And Some Need To Be Aware Of Sheep In Places. Takes You Down To The Beach At Kimmeridge And Then Back Up To The Car Park Where You Can See A Magnificent View. Take A Packed Lunch To Share With The Dog Whilst Paddling And Avoid The £5 Parking Charge.
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Lancashire
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