Welcome to Sandpit

Sandpit Dorset is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. It is situated on the outskirts of the town of Wareham and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is home to a small community of residents who are friendly and welcoming to visitors.

One of the main attractions of Sandpit Dorset is its proximity to the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The coastline is famous for its stunning cliffs, rock formations, and fossils, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Visitors can take a walk along the coastal path, explore the beaches, or take a boat trip to see the coastline from a different perspective. The village is also close to the Purbeck Hills, which offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Sandpit Dorset is a great place to visit for those who enjoy outdoor activities. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an ideal location for hiking, cycling, and horse riding. There are also several golf courses in the area, as well as opportunities for fishing and water sports. The village is also home to several pubs and restaurants, where visitors can enjoy a meal or a drink after a day of exploring the local area. Overall, Sandpit Dorset is a charming and peaceful village that offers visitors a chance to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 0.3°C

Feels Like: -4.7°C

Wind: 11.6 MPH

Wind Dir: NNW

Local Schools

School	Details
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
Beechcroft St Pauls Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Cath Crossley	Corporation Road Weymouth Dorset DT4 0LQ 1305783500 School Website
Radipole Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ben Barker	Radipole Lane Weymouth Dorset DT3 5HS 01305783353 School Website
Southill Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Paul Mason	Sycamore Road Southill Weymouth Dorset DT4 9UF 01305773144 School Website
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
Bincombe Valley Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Leif Pallister	Culliford Way Littlemoor Weymouth Dorset DT3 6AW 01305832329 School Website
Wyvern Academy Academy Special Converter Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mr Katherine Seymour	Dorchester Road Weymouth Dorset DT3 5AL 01305817917 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Weymouth King Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BN 0.77 Miles

Weymouth Quay Weymouth Harbour, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BN 0.77 Miles

Upwey Littlemoor Road, Upwey, Dorset, DT3 5RB 1.93 Miles

Dorchester South Station Approach, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1QX 5.85 Miles

Dorchester West Damers Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2LB 6.02 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Airports Anywhere Anytime 01305 770492 18 Kirtleton Ave, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7PT 0.56 Miles
Weycabs 01305 707070 16 St. Johns Court/William Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7JW 0.58 Miles
Weyline Taxis 01305 777777 4 Queen Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7HZ 0.81 Miles
Weymouth Station Taxis 01305 788888 Weymouth Station/King St, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BN 0.81 Miles
Fleetline Taxis 01305 784252 25 Westham Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8NU 1.05 Miles
Weymouth Taxis 01305 777000 The Esplanade, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8EA 1.18 Miles
Bee Cars 01305 761321 6 St. Edmund Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8AR 1.30 Miles
Weyline Taxis 01305 777777 27 Trinity Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8TJ 1.38 Miles
Aas Taxi Airports 07528 749571 75 Radipole La, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9RS 1.55 Miles
Columbus Cars 01305 784444 10 The Rise, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0TD 1.56 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Dt4 Melcombe Avenue Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Dt4 Dorchester Road Po Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Dt4 Kirtleton Avenue Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Dt4 Carlton South Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt3 Lodmore Ave Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Dt4 Belvidere Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt4 Claymore (Opp Police Station) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt3 Hazeldown Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
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
The Dorchester Rd Surgery 01305 766472	The Dorchester Rd Surgery 179 Dorchester Road Weymouth Dorset DT4 7LE

Local Stores

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

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SPAR Preston Road
201 Preston Road
Weymouth
DT3 6BG
01305 832035
Store Website
1.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Weymouth
223 Dorchester Road Weymouth Dorset DT3 5EQ 01305 776686 weymouth@medivet.co.uk Website 0.78 miles
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Weymouth Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Jubilee Retail Park Jubilee Close Weymouth Dorset DT4 7BG 01305 767 673 0.78 miles


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Medivet Littlemoor
205 Littlemoor Road Weymouth Dorset DT3 6AF 01305 834520 littlemoor@medivet.co.uk Website 1.53 miles
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Castle Veterinary Clinic
624 Dorchester Road Weymouth Dorset DT3 5LH 01305 813303 Website 2.31 miles
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Dave Cumber Vets
Unit D1 Link Park Chickerell Link Road Weymouth Dorset DT3 4FL 01305 784197 info@davecumbervets.co.uk Website 2.36 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 4.74 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Weymouth To Portland Rodwell Trail
1 Barrack Rd Weymouth Lancashire DT4 8UF 1.15 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 6.24 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 11.69 miles Postcode Dt2 7Jd. Approximately 3 Miles West Of Bere Regis; About Five Minutes' Drive From The A35.

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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 13.15 miles

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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 14.41 miles Start At Grid Reference Sy 904 817

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West Bay To Charmouth
Follow The Coast Path To Charmouth (About 14Km). The Route Is Very Hilly And Takes You Up Golden Cap, The Highest Point On The South Coast. There Are A Number To Points Where The Path Dips Down To A Small Settlement Where You Can Gain Refreshments, Finish The Walk Or Treat It As A Position To Turn Back From. The Chapel On The Beach W Bay Rd West Bay Bridport DT6 4EN 15.16 miles Start From West Bay (What3words: ///Officials.Bunkers.Commander), Where There Is Pay And Display Parking And Plenty Of Cafes To Top-Up The Caffeine Before Setting Out.

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Weather Forecast

Friday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Clear	Partly Cloudy
Temp	11.2°C	8.2°C	6.7°C	5.5°C	5.1°C	5.2°C	6°C	7.1°C	7.7°C	6.3°C	4.8°C	4.1°C
Feels Like	8.5°C	4.4°C	2.5°C	1.3°C	1.4°C	2°C	3.9°C	5.6°C	6.4°C	4.9°C	2.9°C	2.8°C

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	Mist	Mist	Light sleet	Moderate snow	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Sunny	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Clear
Temp	4.8°C	5.1°C	4°C	2.8°C	1.8°C	1.9°C	3°C	5.8°C	6.9°C	5.2°C	3.5°C	0.9°C
Feels Like	3.8°C	4.1°C	0.9°C	-1.1°C	-2.9°C	-3°C	-1.8°C	1.7°C	3.2°C	1.1°C	-1°C	-4.2°C

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-0.7°C	-2°C	-2.8°C	-3.1°C	-2.6°C	-0.9°C	1.8°C	3.7°C	3.9°C	2.7°C	0.9°C	0.2°C
Feels Like	-5.8°C	-7.3°C	-8.2°C	-8.6°C	-7.8°C	-5.4°C	-1.8°C	0.3°C	0.8°C	0.1°C	-2°C	-3.8°C

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