Welcome to Stour

Stour Dorset is a beautiful and historic area located in the south of England. The River Stour runs through the heart of the region, providing a picturesque backdrop for visitors and locals alike. The area is known for its stunning countryside, charming villages, and rich cultural heritage.

One of the most popular attractions in Stour Dorset is the ancient town of Shaftesbury. This historic market town is perched on a hilltop and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Visitors can explore the town's cobbled streets, quaint shops, and historic buildings, including the famous Gold Hill, which was featured in the iconic Hovis bread advert.

Another must-see attraction in Stour Dorset is the stunning Jurassic Coast. This UNESCO World Heritage Site stretches for 95 miles along the coast of Dorset and East Devon and is home to some of the most spectacular coastal scenery in the world. Visitors can explore the area's rugged cliffs, hidden coves, and fossil-rich beaches, and learn about the region's fascinating geological history.

Overall, Stour Dorset is a wonderful destination for anyone looking to experience the beauty and history of the English countryside. With its charming villages, stunning landscapes, and rich cultural heritage, it's no wonder that this region is a popular choice for visitors from around the world.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
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
St Mary The Virgin Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Willoughby
Pheasant Way
Gillingham
SP8 4GG
1747824446
School Website
Wyke Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Ed Birkett
Deane Avenue
Gillingham
Dorset
SP8 4SH
01747825665
School Website
Gillingham Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Susan Preston
School Road
Gillingham
Dorset
SP8 4QR
1747823245
School Website
Gillingham School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Paul Nicholson
Hardings Lane
Gillingham
Dorset
SP8 4QP
01747822222
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
Port Regis Preparatory School
Other Independent School
Ages:3-14
Head Teacher
Mr Titus Mills
Motcombe Park
Shaftesbury
Dorset
SP7 9QA
01747857800
School Website
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
01258820206
School Website
Motcombe C Of E Va Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Matthew Barge
Church Road
Motcombe
Shaftesbury
Dorset
SP7 9NT
01747852018
School Website
Milton On Stour Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Rhiannon Tidby
Milton-On-Stour
Gillingham
Dorset
SP8 5QD
01747822588
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Gillingham (Dorset)
Station Yard, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4PZ
1.89 Miles
Templecombe
Station Road, Templecombe, Somerset, BA8 0JR
5.76 Miles
Tisbury
Station Road, Tisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 6JT
9.70 Miles
Bruton
Station Approach Road, Bruton, Somerset, BA10 0EH
10.15 Miles
Sherborne
South Street, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3NB
10.89 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
The Big Black Cab
07989 746156
16 The Fieldings, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 5LE
0.17 Miles
Station And Airport Taxi
01747 826668
51 The Meadows, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4SP
1.77 Miles
Premier Cars
01747 822228
2 Oake Woods, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4QS
1.87 Miles
Shaftesbury Gillingham Taxis
01747 855009
Unit 1 Former Station Masters House, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4PZ
1.88 Miles
Shaftesbury Taxis
01747 822215
Unit 1, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4PZ
1.88 Miles
Haftesbury And Gillingham Taxis
01747 822215
Unit 1/Station House/Station Yard, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4PZ
1.88 Miles
Go Cabs
01747 822206
2 Otter Springs, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4GX
1.91 Miles
Premier Cars Sturminster Newton
01258 820117
Stourfield, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 5RR
1.98 Miles
Dial A Cab
01747 821000
10 Clarendon Close, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4NL
2.04 Miles
Aaa Taxis
07917 666996
Pheonix House, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4QJ
2.08 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
East Stour Post Office
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Knapp Corner
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East Stour Common
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Woodville
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West Stour
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Stour Provost
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Madgeston
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Bugley
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Stour Lane
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Fifehead Magdalen
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Dover Street
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Brickfields Business Park
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Little Kington
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Stour Row
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Common Mead Lane
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Gillingham Medical Practice
01747 824201
Gillingham Med Practice
The Barn Surgery, Newbury
Gillingham
Dorset
SP8 4XS
Peacemarsh Surgery
New Medical Centre
Marlott Road
Peacemarsh
Gillingham
Dorset
SP8 4FA
Marnhull Surgery
Church Hill
Marnhull
Sturminster Newton
Dorset
DT10 1PU
Abbey View Medical Centre
Salisbury Road
Shaftesbury
SP7 8DH
Silton Surgery
01747 841304
The Surgery
Gillingham Road,Silton
Gillingham
Dorset
SP8 5DF
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Local Stores

Gillingham
5-6 Lodbourne Green Parade
Gillingham
Dorset
SP8 4EH
01747 823201
Store Website
2.44 miles
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SPAR Riverside Garage
SPAR Riverside Garage
West Stour
Gillingham
SP8 5RJ
01747 838487
Store Website
0.8 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Southill Vets Ltd
Unit 1
Kingsmead Business Park
Gillingham
Dorset
SP8 5FB
01747 835333
enquiries@southillvets.co.uk
Website
1.97 miles
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Open at weekends

Client car park

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The Shreen Veterinary Group
The Surgery
The Square
Gillingham
Dorset
SP8 4NA
01747 822428
info@shreenvets.co.uk
Website
2.08 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

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Kingston Veterinary Group
Shave Hill
Buckhorn Weston
Gillingham
Dorset
SP8 5HY
01747 822799
equine@kingstonvets.co.uk
Website
3.00 miles
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Disabled public access

Client car park

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

Client car park

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

Client car park

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Longmead Veterinary Practice
Longmead
Shaftesbury
Dorset
SP7 8PL
01747 852 064
mail@longmeadvets.co.uk
Website
4.18 miles
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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
8.21 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
9.80 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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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
12.19 miles

On The Longleat Estate
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Shearwater Lake
This Is A Great Walk, There Is A Short Walk That Goes Around A Lake, But For Those Who Want To Go A Bit Further There Is An Extention To The Walk That Takes About 1/2 Hours.
74 Clay St
Crockerton
Warminster
BA12 8AF
12.22 miles

Frome
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Shearwater Lake Wiltshire
Easy To Find If You Know Warminster, It's The First Time We've Been And My Husband, Myself And Two Dogs Really Enjoyed Ourselves. Took A While To Figure Out Where The Dogs To Be Let Of There Leads As They Aren't Allowed Around The Main Lake Because Of People Fishing, However There Are Other Areas In Which The Dogs Can Have A Good Splash About. Lovely Scenery Of The Main Lake And Surrounding Forest. You Can Hire Boats And Take On The Lake, Have A Nice Bike Ride Around (Which We Are Planning) Or Just Enjoy The Walk. Would Recommend For Any Age. Lovely Afternoon Out.
106 Clay St
Warminster
BA12 8AF
12.32 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
14.28 miles

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