Welcome to Henley

Henley Dorset is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Stour and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many historic buildings and landmarks to explore. One of the most notable landmarks is the 13th-century St. Nicholas Church, which is a Grade I listed building and is known for its stunning architecture.

The village of Henley Dorset is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, and there are many walking trails and cycling routes that allow visitors to explore the surrounding countryside. The River Stour is also a popular spot for fishing and boating, and there are many opportunities to enjoy water sports and other outdoor activities.

Despite its small size, Henley Dorset has a strong sense of community, and there are many local events and festivals that take place throughout the year. The village is home to a number of small businesses, including shops, cafes, and pubs, which provide a range of services and products to both locals and visitors. Overall, Henley Dorset is a charming and picturesque village that offers a unique and authentic experience of rural England.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Buckland Newton Church Of England Primary School
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Head Teacher
Mr Phillip Sales
Buckland Newton
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 7BY
1300345393
School Website
Cerne Abbas Church Of England Voluntary Controlled First School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Catherine Cresswell
Duck Street
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 7LA
01300341319
School Website
Piddle Valley Church Of England First School
Academy Converter
Ages:2-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Jayne Browne
Piddletrenthide
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 7QL
01300348219
School Website
Hazelbury Bryan Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Kelly Waring
Droop
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 2ED
01258817492
School Website
Cheselbourne Village School
Community School
Ages:4-9
Head Teacher
Mr Christopher Perry
Cheselbourne
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 7NT
01258837306
School Website
All Saints Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Nigel Roberts
Bishops Caundle
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 5NQ
0 196323450
School Website
Leweston School
Other Independent School
Ages:11-19
Head Teacher
Mrs John Paget-Tomlinson
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 6EN
01963210691
School Website
Milton Abbey School
Other Independent School
Ages:13-19
Head Teacher
Mr Judith Fremont-Barnes
Blandford Forum
Dorset
DT11 0BZ
01258880484
School Website
Puddletown Church Of England First School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mr Daniel Hunwick
Dorchester Road
Puddletown
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8FZ
01305848206
School Website
St Marys Church Of England First School Charminster
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Michael Homer
West Hill
Charminster
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 9RD
01305263880
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Chetnole
Stockwood Road, Chetnole, Dorset, DT9 6EP
5.52 Miles
Maiden Newton
Station Road, Maiden Newton, Dorset, DT2 0AE
7.25 Miles
Yetminster
Chapel Lane, Yetminster, Dorset, DT9 6LH
7.35 Miles
Thornford
Thornford Road, Thornford, Dorset, DT9 6PT
7.84 Miles
Sherborne
South Street, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3NB
8.17 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Charlton Down Taxis
01305 757515
Cherry Tree House, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9UZ
5.99 Miles
Sj Executive Cars
01305 266443
4 Ellerslie Close, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9QQ
7.20 Miles
Edwards Taxis
01258 860730
Lower Street, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 0RW
7.89 Miles
Beaver Cabs Ltd
01935 816620
Sherborne Railway Station, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3NB
8.13 Miles
Minster Classic Carriages
01258 472112
Chenies, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 1EJ
8.38 Miles
A-2-B Distance Travel
01935 816263
51 Clanfield, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 6BE
8.41 Miles
Bob's Cars
01305 269500
Unit 1B/Poundbury House/Poundbury West Ind Est, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2PG
8.43 Miles
Journeys Taxi Service
01305 265195
1 Holly Cl, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2PZ
8.45 Miles
Dorchester Taxis
01305 251097
4 Foundry Place, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1LX
8.45 Miles
Casterbridge Limousine Hire Service
01305 266377
34-35 High East St, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1HN
8.45 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Dt2 Henley
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Buckland Newton Post Office
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Dt2 Buckland Newton Village Hall
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Dt2 Buckland New Village
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Dt9 Middlemarsh
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Cerne Abbas Surgery
01300 341666
The Cerne Abbas Practice
51 Long St, Cerne Abbas
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 7JG
Milton Abbas Surgery
01258 880210
The Surgery
Catherines Well
Milton Abbas
Blandford Forum, Dorset
DT11 0AT
Ammonite Health Partnership (Maiden Newton Surgery)
Pound Piece
Maiden Newton
Dorchester
DT2 0DB
Yetminster Medical Centre
01935 872530
The Surgery
Church Street
Yetminster
Sherborne
DT9 6LG
Puddletown Surgery
01305 848333
Puddletown Surgery
2A Athelhampton Road
Puddletown
Dorset
DT2 8FY
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Local Stores

Sturminster - Station Road
Lower Market Way
Station Road
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 1BB
01258 473130
Store Website
8.42 miles
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SPAR Red Barn
SPAR
The Causeway
Hazelbury Bryan
Sturminster Newton
DT10 2BH
01258 817491
Store Website
4.3 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Holnest Park Equine Limited
Green Lane Farm
Glanvilles Wootton
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 5PY
07930 150269
paul-legerton@tiscali.co.uk
Website
3.45 miles
Animals Treated
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Piddle Valley Vets Ltd
The Surgery
Backwater
Puddletown
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8SD
01305 848 820
Website
7.14 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
Website
7.53 miles
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Wellpets
The Exchange
High Street
Yetminster
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 6LF
01935 873432
admin.yetminster@wellpets.co.uk
Website
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Sclater Equine Ltd.
Frith Old Farmhouse
Stalbridge
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 2SD
01963 251 772
info@sclaterequine.co.uk
Website
8.23 miles
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Client car park

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Swan House Animal Hospital
Swan House
Lower Acreman Street
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 3EX
01935 816228
swanhouse@newtonclarkepartnership.co.uk
Website
8.32 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Local Dog Walks

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
2.45 miles

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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
10.68 miles

Postcode Dt2 7Jd. Approximately 3 Miles West Of Bere Regis; About Five Minutes' Drive From The A35.
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River Yeo
Point To Point Walk. Can Be Busy But A Lovely Little Walk To Pass An Hour Along Parts Of The River Which Your Dogs Can Go In If They Like.
40 Nelson Way
Yeovil
Lancashire
BA21 5DZ
10.93 miles

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Ninesprings Yeovil Country Park
Great All-Rounder Of A Walk, There Is A Play Park Area For The Kids, Ducks To Feed, And Plenty Of Things To Sniff! If Your Brave Head Up The Hill Side, Into The Wooded Area, Much More Interesting Place To Explore. Great Place To Socialise Your Four-Legged Friend Too, There Is Always Other Dogs Of All Shapes An Sizes!
1 Church St
Yeovil
Lancashire
BA20 1HE
11.36 miles

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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
11.45 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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Ham Hill Country Park
77 Ham Hill Rd
Stoke-Sub-Hamdon
Lancashire
TA14 6RW
15.56 miles

Signposted From Stoke Sub Hamdon
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