Welcome to Cocknowle

Cocknowle is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. It is situated on the Jurassic Coast, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is known for its stunning views of the sea. The village has a population of around 100 people and is a popular destination for tourists who come to explore the area.

One of the main attractions in Cocknowle is the St. Michael and All Angels Church. The church dates back to the 12th century and is a Grade II listed building. It is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and its impressive bell tower. The church is open to visitors and is a popular spot for weddings and other events.

Another popular attraction in Cocknowle is the Jurassic Coast. The coast is known for its stunning cliffs, rock formations, and fossils. Visitors can take a walk along the coast and explore the many beaches and coves. The area is also popular for water sports such as surfing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Overall, Cocknowle is a beautiful village that offers visitors a chance to explore the stunning countryside and coastline of Dorset.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Corfe Castle Church Of England Primary School
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Mrs Amy Scott
East Street
Corfe Castle
Wareham
Dorset
BH20 5EE
01929480428
School Website
Stoborough Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Miss Jemma Murray
Corfe Road
Stoborough
Wareham
Dorset
BH20 5AD
01929552974
School Website
The Purbeck School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Adam Darley
Worgret Road
Wareham
Dorset
BH20 4PF
1929550077
School Website
Wareham St Mary Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Nicole Davids
Streche Road
Wareham
Dorset
BH20 4PG
01929552517
School Website
St Georges Church Of England Primary School Langton Matravers
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Katherine Astle
High Street
Langton Matravers
Swanage
Dorset
BH19 3HB
01929422973
School Website
Sandford St Martins Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Paul Beveridge
Sandford
Wareham
Dorset
BH20 7AJ
01929552949
School Website
Swanage St Marks Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Ms Rebecca Martin
High Street
Swanage
Dorset
BH19 2PH
01929422949
School Website
The Swanage School
Free Schools
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Jennifer Maraspin
High Street
Swanage
Dorset
BH19 2PH
01929500599
School Website
Wool Church Of England Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Eleanor Griffiths
High Street
Wool
Wareham
Dorset
BH20 6BT
1929462569
School Website
St Marys Catholic Primary School Swanage
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Alan Frame
Northbrook Road
Swanage
Dorset
BH19 1QE
01929424909
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Wareham
North Port, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4AS
3.80 Miles
Holton Heath
Station Road, Holton Heath, Dorset, BH16 6JT
5.33 Miles
Wool
Station Road, Wool, Dorset, BH20 6BL
6.11 Miles
Hamworthy
Junction Road, Hamworthy, Dorset, BH16 5AA
7.01 Miles
Poole
Serpentine Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2BQ
7.55 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Valley Taxis
01929 480655
4 Halves Cottages, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5EY
2.01 Miles
A And C Taxis
01929 556758
St. Johns Hill, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4LZ
3.19 Miles
County Taxis
01929 553835
56 West Street, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4JZ
3.23 Miles
Steves Taxi
07762 351261
69 East Street, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4NW
3.31 Miles
Kings Kabs
01929 554223
23 Folly La, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4HH
3.51 Miles
W B M Cars
01929 552588
North Street, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4AE
3.53 Miles
Richard's Taxis
01929 556575
23 Stour Dr, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4EW
4.09 Miles
Jurassic Cabs Ltd
01929 558119
191 Northmoor Way, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4SB
4.10 Miles
Mikes Taxis
01929 553091
85 Northmoor Way, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4EG
4.15 Miles
Station Cars
01929 550123
11 Cherry Close, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 7QN
4.91 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

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Bh20 Bucknowle
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Bh20 East Street
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Bh20 Kingston
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Bh20 Arne Road
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Bh20 Stoborough Village
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Corfe Castle Surgery
01929 480441
Tom's Mead
West Street, Corfe Castle
Dorset
BH20 5HH
Wareham Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Streche Road
Wareham
BH20 4QQ
Wareham Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Streche Road
Wareham
BH20 4QQ
Wareham Surgery
01929 553444
Wareham Surgery
Streche Road
Wareham
Dorset
BH20 4PG
Sandford Surgery
01929 554493
Sandford Surgery
Tyneham Close, Sandford
Wareham
Dorset
BH20 7BQ
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Local Stores

Wareham
9 North Street
Wareham
Dorset
BH20 4AB
01929 552016
Store Website
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SPAR Harmans Cross
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Valley Road
Harmans Cross
Swanage
BH19 3DZ
01929 480097
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Wareham Veterinary Centre
17 East Street
Wareham
Dorset
BH20 4NN
01929 552599
wareham@thepethealthpartnership.co.uk
Website
3.33 miles
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Lynwood Vets
Unit 9 Leanne Business Centre
Sandford Lane
Wareham
Dorset
BH20 4DY
01929 552692
siobhan@lynwoodvets.co.uk
Website
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Lynwood Vets
The Ulwell Veterinary Surgery
87 Ulwell Road
Swanage
Dorset
BH19 1QU
01929 422213
siobhan@lynwoodvets.co.uk
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The Sim Veterinary Consultancy
The Ammonite Barn
Winfrith
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8DD
01929 463729
alanbsim@googlemail.com
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Medivet Wool
Dorchester Road
Winfrith
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8DD
01929 462535
wool@medivet.co.uk
Website
6.90 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
7.50 miles
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Open at weekends

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Local Dog Walks

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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0.86 miles

Start At Grid Reference Sy 904 817
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Corfe Castle
A Circular Dog Walk From Corfe Castle, Onto Corfe Common. Corfe Castle Is A Village In Dorset And Is The Site Of A Ruined Castle Of The Same Name. The Village And Castle Stand Over A Gap In The Purbeck Hills.
BH20 5EZ
1.81 miles

A351, Wareham To Swanage, Runs Through Corfe Castle Village.
Corfe Castle To Blue Pool Loop
Corfe Castle
1.86 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.
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Wareham
Lancashire
BH20 5BN
2.84 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
7.55 miles

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Upton Country Park
A Lovely Place With Many Different Length Walks.
A350
Poole
BH17 7YW
7.91 miles

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