Welcome to Osmington Mills

Osmington Mills is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. It is situated on the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is known for its stunning views of the English Channel. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque countryside, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

One of the main attractions in Osmington Mills is the Smugglers Inn, a historic pub that dates back to the 13th century. The pub is known for its delicious food and cozy atmosphere, and is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. The pub also has a rich history, having been used as a meeting place for smugglers during the 18th and 19th centuries.

Another popular attraction in Osmington Mills is the nearby Osmington White Horse, a large chalk hill figure that dates back to the 18th century. The horse is visible from miles away and is a popular spot for hikers and photographers. Overall, Osmington Mills is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of Dorset.

Local Weather

Patchy rain nearby

Temp: 6.9°C

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Wind: 9.8 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
Westfield Arts College Foundation Special School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mr Sean Kretz	Littlemoor Road Preston Weymouth Dorset DT3 6AA 01305833518 School Website
St Andrew's Church Of England Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sam Harris	Littlemoor Road Preston Weymouth Dorset DT3 6AA 1305832346 School Website
Broadmayne First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Helen Collings	Knighton Lane Broadmayne Dorchester Dorset DT2 8PH 01305852471 School Website
Bincombe Valley Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Leif Pallister	Culliford Way Littlemoor Weymouth Dorset DT3 6AW 01305832329 School Website
St John's Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Amanda Aze	Coombe Avenue Weymouth Dorset DT4 7TP 1305785711 School Website
Weymouth College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Miss Julia Howe	Cranford Avenue Weymouth Dorset DT4 7LQ 1305761100 School Website
Arbour House School Other Independent Special School Ages:6-18 Head Teacher Ms Julie Perks	15-17 Glendinning Avenue Weymouth Dorset DT4 7QF 1305781400
Wyvern Academy Academy Special Converter Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mr Katherine Seymour	Dorchester Road Weymouth Dorset DT3 5AL 01305817917 School Website
Wey Valley Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Thomas Neill	436 Dorchester Road Weymouth Dorset DT3 5AN 1305817000 School Website
St Nicholas And St Laurence Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Wayne Roberts	Broadwey Weymouth Dorset DT3 5DQ 1305812534 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Weymouth King Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BN 3.82 Miles

Weymouth Quay Weymouth Harbour, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BN 3.82 Miles

Upwey Littlemoor Road, Upwey, Dorset, DT3 5RB 4.11 Miles

Moreton (Dorset) Station Road, Moreton, Dorset, DT2 8BB 5.16 Miles

Dorchester South Station Approach, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1QX 5.67 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Weycabs 01305 707070 16 St. Johns Court/William Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7JW 3.68 Miles
Airports Anywhere Anytime 01305 770492 18 Kirtleton Ave, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7PT 3.73 Miles
Weymouth Station Taxis 01305 788888 Weymouth Station/King St, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BN 3.86 Miles
Weyline Taxis 01305 777777 4 Queen Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7HZ 3.86 Miles
Weymouth Taxis 01305 777000 The Esplanade, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8EA 3.93 Miles
Fleetline Taxis 01305 784252 25 Westham Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8NU 4.03 Miles
Bee Cars 01305 761321 6 St. Edmund Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8AR 4.12 Miles
Class Act Cars 01305 816117 36 Meadow View Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5PB 4.16 Miles
Weyline Taxis 01305 777777 27 Trinity Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8TJ 4.20 Miles
Airports Anywhere 01305 812351 Tyneham Littlemoor Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5PA 4.27 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Osmington Mills No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Dt3 62 Osmington No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt3 Sunny Hill Osmington No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Dt2 Hillgate Burning Cliff No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Overcombe Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Preston Road Surgery	102 Preston Road Weymouth Dorset DT3 6BB
Urgent Care Centre	Weymouth Community Hospital 3 Melcombe Avenue Weymouth Dorset DT4 7TB
Weymouth Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Weymouth Community Hospital 3 Melcombe Avenue Weymouth DT4 7TB
Weymouth Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	3 Melcombe Avenue Weymouth DT4 7TB
West Cluster Iagps 01305 760022	Weymouth Community Hosp 3 Melcombe Avenue Weymouth Dorset DT4 7TB

Local Stores

Weymouth - Buxton Road
10 Buxton Road
Weymouth
Dorset
DT4 9PF
01305 781417
Store Website
4.54 miles

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Appleby's Preston Road
216 Preston Road
Weymouth
DT3 6BJ
01305 832114
Store Website
2.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Littlemoor
205 Littlemoor Road Weymouth Dorset DT3 6AF 01305 834520 littlemoor@medivet.co.uk Website 3.34 miles
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Dorset Equine Veterinary Services Ltd
Whitcombe Racing Stables Whitcombe Down Road Dorchester Dorset DT2 8NY 01305 262295 enquiries@dorsetequine.co.uk Website 3.77 miles
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Medivet Weymouth
223 Dorchester Road Weymouth Dorset DT3 5EQ 01305 776686 weymouth@medivet.co.uk Website 3.83 miles
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Weymouth Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Jubilee Retail Park Jubilee Close Weymouth Dorset DT4 7BG 01305 767 673 3.91 miles


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Castle Veterinary Clinic
624 Dorchester Road Weymouth Dorset DT3 5LH 01305 813303 Website 4.31 miles
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Dave Cumber Vets
86 Mellstock Avenue Dorchester Dorset DT1 2BH 01305 251632 info@fieldingandcumber.co.uk Website 5.18 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Weymouth To Portland Rodwell Trail
1 Barrack Rd Weymouth Lancashire DT4 8UF 3.67 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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Hardy Monument Dorset
This 7Km Route Includes Heathland, Woods And Farmland. It Is Hilly, But With Plenty Of Views Across The Dorset Countryside. Dorchester 8.26 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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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 8.91 miles Postcode Dt2 7Jd. Approximately 3 Miles West Of Bere Regis; About Five Minutes' Drive From The A35.

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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. Unnamed Road Lancashire 11.35 miles Start At Grid Reference Sy 904 817

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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 12.93 miles

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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 13.94 miles A351, Wareham To Swanage, Runs Through Corfe Castle Village.

Weather Forecast

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