Welcome to Moorside

Moorside is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. The village is situated on the outskirts of the town of Wimborne Minster and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Moorside is a peaceful and quiet village, with a population of around 200 people. The village is known for its picturesque scenery, historic buildings, and friendly community.

One of the most notable features of Moorside is its historic church, St. Catherine's. The church dates back to the 12th century and is a Grade II listed building. The church is a popular destination for visitors to the village, who come to admire its beautiful architecture and learn about its rich history. St. Catherine's is also an active church, with regular services and events held throughout the year.

Moorside is also home to a number of small businesses, including a village shop, a pub, and a post office. These businesses are an important part of the village community, providing essential services and creating a sense of local pride. The village is also surrounded by farmland, which is used for agriculture and livestock grazing. This rural landscape is a key part of Moorside's identity, and is cherished by residents and visitors alike.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
St Gregorys Church Of England Primary School Marnhull
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Debbie Williams
New Street
Marnhull
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 1PZ
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School Website
St Marys Catholic Primary School Marnhull
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sharon Betts
Old Mill Lane
Marnhull
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 1JX
01258820417
School Website
Stalbridge Church Of England Primary School
Foundation School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Simon Elledge
Stalbridge
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 2LP
01963362487
School Website
Sturminster Newton High School
Community School
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Jason Davis
Bath Road
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 1DT
01258472642
School Website
Stower Provost Community School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Ailsa Boardman-Hirst
Woodville Stour Provost
Gillingham
Dorset
SP8 5LX
01747838370
School Website
Yewstock School
Community Special School
Ages:2-19
Head Teacher
Mr Clive Padgett
Honeymead Lane
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 1EW
01258472796
School Website
St Nicholas C Of E Primary School Henstridge
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Alison Shearer
Ash Walk
Henstridge
Templecombe
Somerset
BA8 0QD
01963362308
School Website
William Barnes Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Karen Wrixon
Bridge Street
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 1BZ
01258472257
School Website
Abbas And Templecombe Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Miss James Webb
School Lane
Templecombe
Somerset
BA8 0HP
01963370481
School Website
Wyke Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Ed Birkett
Deane Avenue
Gillingham
Dorset
SP8 4SH
01747825665
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Templecombe
Station Road, Templecombe, Somerset, BA8 0JR
4.38 Miles
Gillingham (Dorset)
Station Yard, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4PZ
5.03 Miles
Sherborne
South Street, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3NB
8.23 Miles
Chetnole
Stockwood Road, Chetnole, Dorset, DT9 6EP
9.53 Miles
Thornford
Thornford Road, Thornford, Dorset, DT9 6PT
10.11 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Premier Cars Sturminster Newton
01258 820117
Stourfield, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 5RR
1.39 Miles
Vale Cars Ltd
01963 363000
Bowbridge Works, Templecombe, Somerset, BA8 0TF
1.87 Miles
Blakes Taxis Of Stalbridge
01963 362303
20 Pond Walk, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 2PY
2.49 Miles
Elite Travel Services
0117 379 0008
23 Pillmeadow Kingston Magna, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 5EN
2.56 Miles
Sturminster Taxis
01258 472303
Tuctin/Honeymead La, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 1EW
2.90 Miles
Minster Classic Carriages
01258 472112
Chenies, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 1EJ
3.04 Miles
The Big Black Cab
07989 746156
16 The Fieldings, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 5LE
3.06 Miles
Orchard Cars
01258 472395
9 Orchard Close, Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 0LJ
3.65 Miles
Combe Cabs
01963 370156
27 West St, Templecombe, Somerset, BA8 0LG
4.42 Miles
The Taxi Lady
07990 788882
9 Denham Drive, Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 0AJ
4.75 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Dt10 Marnhull Po
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Dt10 Ponds Farm
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Dt10 New Street
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Dt10 Pleck
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Dt10 Hains Farm
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Dt10 Walton Elm
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Dt10 Stoney Lawn
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Fifehead Manor
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Dt10 Todber
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Dt10 South Moorside
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Dt10 Todber
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Dt10 Main Road
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Dt10 West Acres
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Marnhull Surgery
Church Hill
Marnhull
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 1PU
Sturminster Newton Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Old Market Hill
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 1QU
Sturminster Newton Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Old Market Hill
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 1QU
Blackmore Vale Partnership
01258 474500
Old Market Hill
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 1QU
Dr Gaymer, M Port/Templecombe
01963 370224
Rock House
Station Road
Templecombe
Somerset
BA8 0JR
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Local Stores

Sturminster - Station Road
Lower Market Way
Station Road
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 1BB
01258 473130
Store Website
3.15 miles
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SPAR Marnhull
New Street
Marnhull
DT10 1PX
01258 820116
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Gibbs Marsh Equine Veterinary Limited
Unit 14
Gibbs Marsh Farm
Stalbridge
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 2RU
01963 362699
office@gibbsmarshequine.co.uk
Website
1.08 miles
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Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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Stalbridge And Marnhull Veterinary Surgery
Building 12
Gibbs Marsh Farm
Stalbridge
Dorset
DT10 2RU
01963548240
info@smvets.co.uk
Website
1.08 miles
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Disabled public access

Client car park

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Blackmore Vale Veterinary Centre
Rixon
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 1BQ
01258 472293
info@blackmorevalevets.co.uk
Website
3.18 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Friars Moor Livestock Health Ltd
Manston Road
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 1BH
01258 472314
farmoffice@friarsmoorvets.co.uk
Website
3.23 miles
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Open at weekends

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Friars Moor Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Friars Moor
Manston Road
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 1BH
01258 472314
admin@friarsmoorvets.co.uk
Website
3.23 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Sclater Equine Ltd.
Frith Old Farmhouse
Stalbridge
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 2SD
01963 251 772
info@sclaterequine.co.uk
Website
4.01 miles
Amenities
Client car park

Animals Treated
Equines

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Local Dog Walks

Alfred’S Tower
Lovely Walk Around Alfreds Tower, Through Woodland With Glimpses Of Countryside Views. Mostly Flat But Can Get Very Muddy If In Winter/Autumn Months. Dog Friendly, Free Parking And A Great Little Coffee/Snack Van Too!
King Alfred'S Tower Car Park
Tower Road
Lancashire
10.19 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
11.92 miles

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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
12.56 miles

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Fonthill Lakeside Walk
There Is A Great Network Of Public Footpaths And Bridleways In The Vicinity Of Fonthill Gifford And Fonthill Bishop (See Map Image). Although Entry To The Water Is Actively Discouraged If You Walk To The Dam At The Southern End Of The Lake, Just Beyond It Is A Fabulous Shallow Chalk Stream For Splashing Around In. I Suggest Parking Where The Finger Is Pointing On My Posted Map. Fonthill Is Famous For Its Huge 18Thc Country House, Long Since Demolished After It Part Collapsed! See Link To Find Out More About That. The Only Visible Remains Of The Abbey Are The Huge Arch And Urns At The North Entrance To The Estate, Just Off The B3089 At Fonthill Bishop.
Unnamed Road
Lancashire
12.88 miles

15 Miles W Of Salisbury, Off B3089 At Fonthill Bishop. There'S A Public Road Through The Estate (You Can Drive Through The Arch!), Heading South Towards Fonthill Gifford And Tisbury. I'Ve Marked The Parking Place On One Of My Uploaded Images.
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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
13.41 miles

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Heaven’S Gate
No Need To Pay To Get In To The Longleat Estate Ample Free Parking And A Short Walk To Stunning Views Over The Estate Looking Towards Frome. Longer Walks Can Be Found By Following Paths Into The Forest.
Unnamed Road
Lancashire
15.09 miles

On The Longleat Estate
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