Welcome to Bothenhampton

Bothenhampton is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. It is situated just outside the town of Bridport and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. Today, Bothenhampton is a peaceful and picturesque village that is popular with tourists and locals alike.

One of the most notable features of Bothenhampton is its beautiful church, St. Michael's. The church dates back to the 13th century and is a Grade I listed building. It is known for its stunning architecture and beautiful stained glass windows. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village.

Another popular attraction in Bothenhampton is the local pub, The Three Horseshoes. The pub is a traditional English pub that serves a range of local beers and ciders, as well as delicious pub food. It is a popular spot for locals to gather and socialize, and is also a popular destination for tourists looking to experience a traditional English pub. Overall, Bothenhampton is a charming and peaceful village that is well worth a visit for anyone looking to experience the beauty and history of Dorset.

Local Weather

Patchy rain nearby

Temp: 8.6°C

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Local Schools

School Details
Bridport Primary School
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Ms Michaela Kite
St Andrew's Road
Bridport
Dorset
DT6 3BJ
1308422846
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
St Catherines Roman Catholic School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Terrey
Pymore Road
Bridport
Dorset
DT6 3TR
01308423568
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
The Sir John Colfox School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Adam Shelley
Ridgeway
Bridport
Dorset
DT6 3DT
01308422291
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
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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
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
Salway Ash Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Leif Overment
Salwayash
Bridport
Dorset
DT6 5JE
01308488302
School Website
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
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Maiden Newton
Station Road, Maiden Newton, Dorset, DT2 0AE
8.52 Miles
Crewkerne
Station Road, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8AL
10.78 Miles
Axminster
Station Yard, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5PF
12.12 Miles
Dorchester West
Damers Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2LB
12.93 Miles
Upwey
Littlemoor Road, Upwey, Dorset, DT3 5RB
13.17 Miles
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Local Taxis

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

Post Box
Dt6 Bothenhampton Road
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Dt6 Morrisons (Was Safeways)
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Dt6 West Bay Road
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Dt6 Folly Mill Gardens
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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
Barton House Med Practice
01308 861938
Barton House Med Practice
Beaminster
Dorset
DT8 3EQ
Ammonite Health Partnership (Tunnel Road Surgery)
24 Tunnel Road
Beaminster
Dorset
DT8 3AB
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Local Stores

Bridport
Sea Road North
Bridport
Dorset
DT6 4RR
01308 421541
shop.4690@coop.co.uk
Store Website
1.13 miles
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SPAR West Bay
149 West Bay
Bridport
DT6 4EH
01308 458414
Store Website
0.9 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Bredy Veterinary Centre
Sea Road North
Bridport
Dorset
DT6 4RR
01308 456 771
bredyvets@bredyvets.co.uk
Website
1.13 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Out-of-hours service only
Client car park

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Haydon Veterinary Centre
Gore Cross Veterinary Clinic
Corbin Way
Bridport
Dorset
DT6 3UX
01308 456808
haydon@haydonvets.com
Website
1.78 miles
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Milton Equine Veterinary Clinic
Matravers Stables
Uploders
Bridport
Dorset
DT6 4PH
01308 814433
mail@miltonequine.co.uk
Website
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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
6.71 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
7.43 miles
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Open at weekends

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Fond Farewell Vets
Longlands
Southover
Frampton
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 9NQ
01300 320 332
info@fondfarewellvets.co.uk
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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
1.17 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.
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Langdon Hill
A Circular Woodland Walk With Spectacular Views And Wildlife.
DT6 6JW
3.62 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
4.08 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!
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Hardy Monument Dorset
This 7Km Route Includes Heathland, Woods And Farmland. It Is Hilly, But With Plenty Of Views Across The Dorset Countryside.
Dorchester
9.00 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.
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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
13.36 miles

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Weymouth To Portland Rodwell Trail
1 Barrack Rd
Weymouth
Lancashire
DT4 8UF
15.35 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
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