Welcome to Holywell

Holywell 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 known for its stunning natural beauty, with its rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and crystal-clear waters. Holywell is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the scenic views and explore the local area.

One of the main attractions in Holywell is the beach, which is a popular spot for swimming, sunbathing, and surfing. The beach is surrounded by cliffs, which provide a stunning backdrop to the crystal-clear waters. There are also several walking trails in the area, which offer breathtaking views of the coastline and the surrounding countryside. Visitors can also explore the nearby caves, which are home to a variety of marine life.

Holywell is also home to several historic landmarks, including the Holywell Bay Fun Park, which is a popular amusement park that offers a range of rides and attractions for visitors of all ages. The village is also home to several traditional pubs and restaurants, where visitors can enjoy a meal or a drink while taking in the stunning views of the coastline. Overall, Holywell is a charming village that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, history, and entertainment, making it a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Dorset.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Sticklands Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Ruth Adler
Summer Lane
Evershot
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 0JP
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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
St Andrew's Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Julie Simpson
Stonyacres
Yetminster
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 6LS
1935872430
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
Thornford Cofe Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Neela Brooking
Boot Lane
Thornford
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 6QY
1935872706
School Website
Leweston School
Other Independent School
Ages:11-19
Head Teacher
Mrs John Paget-Tomlinson
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 6EN
01963210691
School Website
Buckland Newton Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mr Phillip Sales
Buckland Newton
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 7BY
1300345393
School Website
Barwick And Stoford Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Ms James Rich
South View
Barwick
Yeovil
Somerset
BA22 9TH
01935476736
School Website
St Mary's Church Of England Primary School, Bradford Abbas
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Miss Emma Grunnill
Mill Lane
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 6RH
1935476515
School Website
East Coker Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Angela Hesketh-Williams
East Coker
Yeovil
Somerset
BA22 9HY
01935862532
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Maiden Newton
Station Road, Maiden Newton, Dorset, DT2 0AE
3.98 Miles
Yetminster
Chapel Lane, Yetminster, Dorset, DT9 6LH
4.08 Miles
Chetnole
Stockwood Road, Chetnole, Dorset, DT9 6EP
5.07 Miles
Thornford
Thornford Road, Thornford, Dorset, DT9 6PT
6.17 Miles
Yeovil Junction
Off Newton Road, Stoford, Somerset, BA22 9UU
6.27 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Beaminster Taxis
01308 862894
212 Gerrards Green, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3ED
6.85 Miles
Steve's Cabs
01308 861010
73 Flaxfield Road, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3EY
6.86 Miles
Charger Plate Hire
07974 691489
16 Lower Wraxhill Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2JU
6.91 Miles
Budget Cabs
07749 329577
80 Rowan Way, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2NS
7.29 Miles
I J H Executive Cars
01935 827799
54 Plantagenet Chase, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2PR
7.30 Miles
A-2-B Distance Travel
01935 816263
51 Clanfield, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 6BE
7.41 Miles
Dave's Taxi
07532 211270
22 Tunnel Rd, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3BN
7.51 Miles
Airline Taxis
01935 414444
9A South Street, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 1QE
7.52 Miles
Abba Cabs
01935 431711
30A Middle Street, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 1LY
7.54 Miles
Radio Cabs
01935 426666
30A Middle Street, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 1LY
7.54 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Evershot Surgery
Evershot
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 0JR
Yetminster Medical Centre
01935 872530
The Surgery
Church Street
Yetminster
Sherborne
DT9 6LG
Ammonite Health Partnership (Maiden Newton Surgery)
Pound Piece
Maiden Newton
Dorchester
DT2 0DB
Cerne Abbas Surgery
01300 341666
The Cerne Abbas Practice
51 Long St, Cerne Abbas
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 7JG
Barton House Med Practice
01308 861938
Barton House Med Practice
Beaminster
Dorset
DT8 3EQ
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Local Stores

Beaminster
23 The Square
Beaminster
Dorset
DT8 3AU
01308 862226
shop.4815@coop.co.uk
Store Website
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SPAR Yetminister
2 Sunnyside Court
High Street
Yetminster
Sherborne
DT9 6LF
01935 873644
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Synergy Farm Health Ltd
The Transmission Hall
Rampisham Business Centre
Rampisham Down
Maiden Newton
Dorset
DT2 0HS
01935 83682
office@synergyfarmhealth.com
Website
3.42 miles
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Open at weekends

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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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Holnest Park Equine Limited
Green Lane Farm
Glanvilles Wootton
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 5PY
07930 150269
paul-legerton@tiscali.co.uk
Website
5.46 miles
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Equines

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Fond Farewell Vets
Longlands
Southover
Frampton
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 9NQ
01300 320 332
info@fondfarewellvets.co.uk
Website
6.07 miles
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Yeovil Vets4pets Ltd
Unit 11, The Peel Centre
Babylon Hill
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 5BT
yeovil@vets4pets.com
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Delaware Veterinary Group
106 Hendford Hill
Yeovil
Somerset
BA20 2RF
01935 474690
office@delawarevets.co.uk
Website
7.32 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
4.82 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
7.67 miles

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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
8.19 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
10.40 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
10.49 miles

Signposted From Stoke Sub Hamdon
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Ham Hill Country Park
This Is A Well Known Dog Walking Area With The Locals!It Has A Number Of Different Fenced Off Fields For Friendly Dogs To Roam Freely! The Local Pub Is Also Do Friendly With Great Staff. Parking Can Be An Issue As Its So Popular But There Are Many Parking Areas Tucked Along Ham Hill Road! Persevere As You Will Enjoy This Easy Walk With So Many Friendly People And A Vast Array Of Dogs Walked In The Country Park!
77 Ham Hill Rd
Stoke-Sub-Hamdon
Lancashire
TA14 6RW
10.61 miles

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