Welcome to Askerswell

Askerswell is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. The village is situated in the West Dorset district and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque thatched cottages, which are a popular attraction for tourists. The village has a population of around 200 people and is a close-knit community.

The village of Askerswell has a rich history, dating back to the 11th century. The village was mentioned in the Domesday Book, which was a survey of England carried out by William the Conqueror in 1086. The village was originally known as Ascwold, which means "the spring of the ash tree". The village has a number of historic buildings, including the 13th-century St Michael's Church, which is a Grade I listed building.

Askerswell is a popular destination for walkers and hikers, as the village is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is located on the South West Coast Path, which is a 630-mile long trail that runs from Minehead in Somerset to Poole Harbour in Dorset. The trail passes through some of the most stunning coastal scenery in the UK, including the Jurassic Coast, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The village is also close to the town of Bridport, which is known for its vibrant arts scene and weekly market.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 2.3°C

Feels Like: 0.9°C

Wind: 3.4 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School	Details
Thorners Church Of England School Litton Cheney Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Michael Sitch	Litton Cheney Dorchester Dorset DT2 9AU 01308482410 School Website
Powerstock Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Louise Greenham	Powerstock Bridport Dorset DT6 3TB 01308485380 School Website
Loders C Of E Vc Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Claire Pooley	Loders Bridport Dorset DT6 3SA 01308423418 School Website
Burton Bradstock Church Of England Voluntary Controlled School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Adam Gough	Church Street Burton Bradstock Bridport Dorset DT6 4QS 1308897369 School Website
Bridport Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Michaela Kite	St Andrew's Road Bridport Dorset DT6 3BJ 1308422846 School Website
The Sir John Colfox School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Adam Shelley	Ridgeway Bridport Dorset DT6 3DT 01308422291 School Website
St Catherines Roman Catholic School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Terrey	Pymore Road Bridport Dorset DT6 3TR 01308423568 School Website
Bridport, St Mary's Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kate Batorska	Skilling Hill Road Bridport Dorset DT6 5LA 1308423065 School Website
Maiden Newton Greenford Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Vanessa Higgins	Chilfrome Lane Maiden Newton Dorchester Dorset DT2 0AX 01300320644 School Website
Symondsbury Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Roberts	Symondsbury Bridport Dorset DT6 6HD 01308423502 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Maiden Newton Station Road, Maiden Newton, Dorset, DT2 0AE 5.36 Miles

Dorchester West Damers Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2LB 9.74 Miles

Dorchester South Station Approach, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1QX 10.24 Miles

Upwey Littlemoor Road, Upwey, Dorset, DT3 5RB 10.61 Miles

Crewkerne Station Road, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8AL 11.05 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
D And R Taxi Services 07918 614639 67 Happy Island Way, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 4JZ 3.32 Miles
Pegasus Cars 01308 456300 12 Sparacre Gdns, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3NB 3.80 Miles
Craig's Taxis 01308 861000 55 East Street, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3JX 3.86 Miles
Pats Cabs 01308 424715 Unit 1A/Old Rope Walks/North Mills Trading Est, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3BE 4.01 Miles
Bridport Taxis 01308 424252 223 Orchard Av, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5RJ 4.10 Miles
Abacus Taxis 01308 425555 3 Tannery Road, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3TP 4.11 Miles
Acorn Taxis 01308 422422 3 Tannery Road, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3TP 4.11 Miles
Pats Cabs 01308 424718 18 Meadowlands, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 4SU 4.11 Miles
West Dorset Taxis 07876 798770 42 Flaxhayes, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5DT 4.20 Miles
Pete's Taxis 01308 488790 37 Pitchers, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5QS 5.13 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Dt2 Askerwell No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Ammonite Health Partnership - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Bridport Medical Centre West Allington Bridport DT6 5BN
Ammonite Health Partnership - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Bridport Medical Centre West Allington Bridport DT6 5BN
Ammonite Health Partnership 01308 412896	Bridport Medical Centre West Allington Bridport Dorset DT6 5BN
Ammonite Health Partnership (Maiden Newton Surgery)	Pound Piece Maiden Newton Dorchester DT2 0DB
Barton House Med Practice 01308 861938	Barton House Med Practice Beaminster Dorset DT8 3EQ

Local Stores

Bridport
Sea Road North
Bridport
Dorset
DT6 4RR
01308 421541
shop.4690@coop.co.uk
Store Website
3.43 miles

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SPAR East Street
23 East Street
Bridport
DT6 3JX
01308 425463
Store Website
3.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Milton Equine Veterinary Clinic
Matravers Stables Uploders Bridport Dorset DT6 4PH 01308 814433 mail@miltonequine.co.uk Website 0.98 miles

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Bredy Veterinary Centre
Sea Road North Bridport Dorset DT6 4RR 01308 456 771 bredyvets@bredyvets.co.uk Website 3.43 miles
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Veterinary Surgeon on call 24 hours a day. 01308 456771
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Veterinary Surgeon on call 24 hours a day. 01308 456771
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Veterinary Surgeon on call 24 hours a day. 01308 456771
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Veterinary Surgeon on call 24 hours a day. 01308 456771
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Veterinary Surgeon on call 24 hours a day. 01308 456771
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Veterinary Surgeon on call 24 hours a day. 01308 456771
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Veterinary Surgeon on call 24 hours a day. 01308 456771

Haydon Veterinary Centre
Gore Cross Veterinary Clinic Corbin Way Bridport Dorset DT6 3UX 01308 456808 haydon@haydonvets.com Website 3.51 miles
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Synergy Farm Health Ltd
The Transmission Hall Rampisham Business Centre Rampisham Down Maiden Newton Dorset DT2 0HS 01935 83682 office@synergyfarmhealth.com Website 5.39 miles
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Fond Farewell Vets
Longlands Southover Frampton Dorchester Dorset DT2 9NQ 01300 320 332 info@fondfarewellvets.co.uk Website 5.78 miles

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Medivet Beaminster (Girling &Amp; Bowditch Vet Surgeons Beaminster)
Honeysuckle Veterinary Surgery Tunnel Road Beaminster Dorset DT8 3HB 01308 862 312 beaminster@medivet.co.uk Website 6.94 miles
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Local Dog Walks

West Bay To Charmouth
Follow The Coast Path To Charmouth (About 14Km). The Route Is Very Hilly And Takes You Up Golden Cap, The Highest Point On The South Coast. There Are A Number To Points Where The Path Dips Down To A Small Settlement Where You Can Gain Refreshments, Finish The Walk Or Treat It As A Position To Turn Back From. The Chapel On The Beach W Bay Rd West Bay Bridport DT6 4EN 4.38 miles Start From West Bay (What3words: ///Officials.Bunkers.Commander), Where There Is Pay And Display Parking And Plenty Of Cafes To Top-Up The Caffeine Before Setting Out.

Location what3words seasonal.sailed.greed

Hardy Monument Dorset
This 7Km Route Includes Heathland, Woods And Farmland. It Is Hilly, But With Plenty Of Views Across The Dorset Countryside. Dorchester 6.24 miles If In A Car, Park At The Hardy Monument (What3words: ///Version.Frown.Kilowatt) And Enjoy The View Out To Sea And Across The Countryside Before Starting The Walk. There Is A Width Limit So, If You Are In A Motorhome Or Van, You May Need To Park In The Car Park To The East Of The Monument.

Location what3words toys.logbook.knots

Langdon Hill
A Circular Woodland Walk With Spectacular Views And Wildlife. DT6 6JW 6.82 miles From Bridport Drive Through Chideock Village On The A35, At The Top Of The Hill Take The Next Left Into The Lane.

Langdon Hill / Woods
A Great Circular Walk With Some Gentle Inclines And Stunning Views. Generally A Mud-Free(Ish) Walk. Also Gateway To The Highest Point On The South Coast - Golden Cap. A Definite 'Must Walk' As It Is Breathtaking Up There. Keep Dogs On Leads At The Top Of The Cliff As There Have Been A Few Canine Deaths Where The Dog Has Chased A Seagull Over The Edge. :( Langdon Ln Lancashire 7.27 miles From Bridport Head Up The A35 Towards Lyme Regis. As Soon As You Leave Village Of Chideock You Start To Climb Hill (Dual Carriageway Section). Stay In Left Hand Lane When You Reach The Top, Turn Left Before The Layby. Left Again And Along Badly Maintained Lane. At The End (A Few Hundred Yards) Turn Right And That Leads Straight Into The Car Park. Watch The Speed Humps They Are Vicious!

Location what3words agents.haggling.copper

Cerne Abbas Giant Walk
A Beautiful Walk At The Giant. Many Difficult Paths You Can Take. There Is A River Where You Dog Can Cool Down As.Some Times There Are Sheep But You Can Always Take A Different Route. 10 Abbey St Cerne Abbas Dorchester DT2 7JQ 10.17 miles

Location what3words tungsten.grounded.uniforms

Weymouth To Portland Rodwell Trail
1 Barrack Rd Weymouth Lancashire DT4 8UF 13.12 miles As This Walk Can Be Accessed From Both Ends Of The Trail, You Have A Choice Of Where To Park, Please Note In Public Car Parks Charges Apply

Location what3words stamp.full.spirit

Weather Forecast

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