Welcome to Winterborne Kingston

Winterborne Kingston is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. The village is situated on the River Winterborne, which flows through the village and is a popular spot for fishing. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for walkers and hikers. The village has a rich history and is home to several historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. Nicholas Church.

The village of Winterborne Kingston has a strong sense of community, with several local events and activities taking place throughout the year. The village hall is a hub of activity, hosting regular events such as coffee mornings, craft fairs, and community meetings. The village also has a primary school, a post office, and a pub, which serves traditional English food and drink. The village is well-connected, with regular bus services to nearby towns and cities.

Winterborne Kingston is a peaceful and picturesque village, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it the perfect destination for nature lovers. The village is also home to several wildlife reserves, where visitors can spot a variety of birds and animals. Whether you're looking for a relaxing break or an active holiday, Winterborne Kingston has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 15.3°C

Feels Like: 15.3°C

Wind: 10.1 MPH

Wind Dir: NNE

Local Schools

School	Details
Dunbury Church Of England Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Holly Doswell	Dolway Lane Blandford Forum Winterborne Whitechurch Dorset DT11 0AW 01258880501 School Website
The Luccombe Hub Other Independent Special School Ages:8-18 Head Teacher Principal Henri Monier-Williams	Unit 12 East Luccombe Farm Milton Abbas Dorset DT11 0BD 7930226886 School Website
Milborne St Andrew First School Academy Converter Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Michelle Cheeseman	Hopsfield Milborne St Andrew Blandford Forum Dorset DT11 0JE 01258837362 School Website
Spetisbury C Of E Va Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Brown	High Street Spetisbury Blandford Forum Dorset DT11 9DF 01258452107 School Website
Milton Abbey School Other Independent School Ages:13-19 Head Teacher Mr Judith Fremont-Barnes	Blandford Forum Dorset DT11 0BZ 01258880484 School Website
Blandford St Mary Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Rosaleen Beaver	Birch Avenue Blandford St Mary Blandford Forum Dorset DT11 9QD 01258453331 School Website
Bere Regis Primary And Preschool Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachael Brown	Southbrook Bere Regis Wareham Dorset BH20 7DB 1929471334 School Website
Lytchett Matravers Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon France	Lytchett Matravers Poole Dorset BH16 6DY 1202622378 School Website
Sturminster Marshall First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Nina Charman	High Street Sturminster Marshall Wimborne Minster Dorset BH21 4AY 01258857348 School Website
Graduately Developing Futures Other Independent Special School Ages:6-11 Head Teacher Mr James Gregory	Valley View Farm Castle Farm Road Lytchett Matravers Dorset BH16 6DA 7854434575 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Holton Heath Station Road, Holton Heath, Dorset, BH16 6JT 6.71 Miles

Wool Station Road, Wool, Dorset, BH20 6BL 6.82 Miles

Wareham North Port, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4AS 6.97 Miles

Moreton (Dorset) Station Road, Moreton, Dorset, DT2 8BB 7.39 Miles

Hamworthy Junction Road, Hamworthy, Dorset, BH16 5AA 8.63 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Colehill And Wimborne Radio Cabs 01202 888810 7 Ball's Lane, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 4BG 5.54 Miles
Southern Comfort Travel 01258 857011 21 King's Street, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 4BJ 5.55 Miles
Celtic Cabs 01929 463311 135 Cologne Rd, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6NS 5.84 Miles
Kens Kabs 01258 456136 27 King's Rd, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7LD 5.97 Miles
Abell Cars 01258 450260 13 Wilson Pk, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7PT 5.99 Miles
Hilliard Cars 01258 454415 40 Downside Close, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7SD 5.99 Miles
Riverside Taxis 01258 453553 52 Eastleaze Rd, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7UN 6.27 Miles
Station Cars 01929 550123 11 Cherry Close, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 7QN 6.61 Miles
Jurassic Cabs Ltd 01929 558119 191 Northmoor Way, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4SB 6.61 Miles
Mikes Taxis 01929 553091 85 Northmoor Way, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4EG 6.67 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Dt11 Winterborne Kingston No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt11 Anderson No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt11 Lower Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh20 North Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh20 Bere Regis Po No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:15 Sunday Last Collection:01:11 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bh20 Roke Farm No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh20 Sitterton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt11 Winterborne Whitechurch No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh20 Bloxworth No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt11 Winterborne Zelstone No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt11 Fields Close Winterborne No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh20 Rye Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt11 Huish No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt11 Mapperton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt11 Whatcombe No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Bere Regis Surgery 01929 471268	The Surgery Manor Farm Rd,Bere Regis Wareham Dorset BH20 7HB
Winterbourne Whitechurch 01258 880210	Village Hall Dolway Lane Winterbourne Whitechurch Dorchester Dorset DT11 0AW
Milton Road Surgery	7 Milton Road Close Milborne St Andrew Blandford Dorset DT11 0JY
Milton Abbas Surgery 01258 880210	The Surgery Catherines Well Milton Abbas Blandford Forum, Dorset DT11 0AT
Winterbourne Stickland 01258 880210	Pamela Hambro Hall Winterborne Strickland Blandford Dorset DT11 0NN

Local Stores

Blandford - Salisbury Road
Unit 2, Salisbury Road
Blandford Forum
Dorset
DT11 7QG
01258 451384
Store Website
5.58 miles

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SPAR Sturminster Marshall
27 Station Road
Sturminster Marshall
Wimborne
BH21 4AW
01258 857457
Store Website
5.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Piddle Valley Vets Ltd
The Surgery Backwater Puddletown Dorchester Dorset DT2 8SD 01305 848 820 Website 6.81 miles
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Friars Moor Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Unit 27 Sunrise Business Park Blandford Forum Dorset DT11 8ST 01258 472 160 admin@friarsmoorvets.co.uk Website 6.92 miles
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Lynwood Vets
Unit 9 Leanne Business Centre Sandford Lane Wareham Dorset BH20 4DY 01929 552692 siobhan@lynwoodvets.co.uk Website 6.98 miles

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Wareham Veterinary Centre
17 East Street Wareham Dorset BH20 4NN 01929 552599 wareham@thepethealthpartnership.co.uk Website 7.48 miles
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The Sim Veterinary Consultancy
The Ammonite Barn Winfrith Dorchester Dorset DT2 8DD 01929 463729 alanbsim@googlemail.com Website 7.65 miles

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Medivet Wool
Dorchester Road Winfrith Dorchester Dorset DT2 8DD 01929 462535 wool@medivet.co.uk Website 7.65 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 3.57 miles Postcode Dt2 7Jd. Approximately 3 Miles West Of Bere Regis; About Five Minutes' Drive From The A35.

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Upton Country Park
A Lovely Place With Many Different Length Walks. A350 Poole BH17 7YW 8.57 miles

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Wytch Heath Wareham Dorset
This Walk Takes In Two Remote Wildlife Hides, Open Heathland, A Bluebell Wood, Poole Harbour Views And An Oil Extraction Depot. Plenty Of Variety And Interest And Plenty Of Opportunities To Shorten Or Lengthen The Walk With Lots Of Off-Lead Options. Unnamed Road Wareham Lancashire BH20 5BN 9.96 miles There Is Space To Park Off The Road At Grid Reference Sy 963 853. From Stoborough, Wareham, Take The Road East Towards The Arne Peninsula. Take The Third Turning On The Right, Heading South East. Continue Through Woods And Past Slepe Farm Until The Point Where The Poole Harbour Trail Crosses The Road. Here You Will Find Gravel Roadside Parking And A Gravel Track Heading Off To The Left With A Small, Round National Trust Hide Sign. Park Here And Start The Walk.

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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 10.66 miles Start At Grid Reference Sy 904 817

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Harbourside Park (Baiter And Whitecliff)
Park Walk Along Coast Harbour Lots Of Space Cafe In Car Park, Free Parking And Paid Walk Can Lead Into Poole With Pubs And Shops Children’S Play Area 68 Catalina Dr Poole BH15 1TQ 10.80 miles Https://Www.Poole.Gov.Uk/Sports-And-Leisure/Parks-And-Open-Spaces/Find-A-Park-In-Poole/Harbourside-Park-Baiter-And-Whitecliff/

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Poole Park
A Lovely Family Day Out. Ample Free Parking. Miniture Railway For The Kids And Those Who Are Just Kids At Heart. Boating Lake With Pedal Boats For Hire. Wildlife Lake With Swans, Ducks, Canada Geese And Many Other Birds Visiting And Packed Full Of Large Fish Which Will Almost Eat Out Of Your Hands. Pathed, Lawned, Wooded And Swimming Areas For The Dogs To Be Kept Amused. 90 Parkstone Rd Poole BH15 2QE 10.95 miles Just Off Parkstone Road, Poole

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Weather Forecast

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	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Cloudy	Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Cloudy	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Overcast
Temp	16.8°C	16.1°C	15.6°C	14.6°C	16.5°C	18.1°C	19.4°C	20°C	19.6°C	18.6°C	16.6°C	15.6°C
Feels Like	16.8°C	16.1°C	15.6°C	14.9°C	16.6°C	18.1°C	19.4°C	20°C	19.6°C	18.6°C	16.6°C	15.5°C

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

	Fog	Overcast	Fog	Fog	Fog	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Cloudy	Cloudy
Temp	13.1°C	11.8°C	12°C	12.6°C	13.1°C	13.7°C	14.6°C	15.6°C	16.2°C	16.3°C	15°C	12.6°C
Feels Like	12.1°C	10.6°C	10.9°C	11.6°C	12°C	12.7°C	13.7°C	15.2°C	16.1°C	16.2°C	14.4°C	11.1°C

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	Cloudy	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear
Temp	12.2°C	9.9°C	7.9°C	6.5°C	10.4°C	14.9°C	18.6°C	20.8°C	21.4°C	21°C	17.4°C	14.3°C
Feels Like	10.9°C	8.4°C	6°C	4.5°C	8.8°C	14.1°C	18.3°C	20.7°C	21.4°C	21°C	17.4°C	13.7°C

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