Welcome to Witchampton

Witchampton is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. The village is situated on the River Allen and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the 11th century when it was mentioned in the Domesday Book. The village has a population of around 500 people and is known for its friendly community and traditional way of life.

One of the main attractions in Witchampton is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture and is known for its stunning stained glass windows. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another popular attraction in Witchampton is the village pub, The Cricketers. The pub is a traditional English pub and is known for its warm welcome and excellent food.

Witchampton is also known for its beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for walkers and cyclists. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque countryside, making it the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The River Allen runs through the village and is a popular spot for fishing and picnicking. Overall, Witchampton is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Witchampton Church Of England First School
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Mrs Jo Hancock
Witchampton
Wimborne Minster
Dorset
BH21 5AP
01258840684
School Website
St James Church Of England First School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mr Daniel Lawford
Gaunts Common
Wimborne
Dorset
BH21 4JN
1258840669
School Website
Dumpton School
Other Independent School
Ages:2-13
Head Teacher
Mr Christian Saenger
Deans Grove House
Deans Grove
Wimborne Minster
Dorset
BH21 7AF
01202883818
School Website
Queen Elizabeths School
Academy Converter
Ages:13-18
Head Teacher
Mr Katie Boyes
Blandford Road
Pamphill
Wimborne Minster
Dorset
BH21 4DT
01202885233
School Website
Wimborne First School And Nursery
Academy Converter
Ages:2-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Hartley
Campanula Way
Wimborne
Dorset
BH21 4FW
1202882532
School Website
Pamphill Church Of England First School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mr Michael Wheeler
Pamphill Green
Wimborne
Dorset
BH21 4EE
1202883008
School Website
St Michaels Church Of England Voluntary Aided Middle School Colehill
Academy Converter
Ages:9-13
Head Teacher
Mr Darren Ayling
Colehill Lane
Colehill
Wimborne Minster
Dorset
BH21 7AB
01202883433
School Website
Allenbourn Middle School
Academy Converter
Ages:9-13
Head Teacher
Mr Mark Legge
East Borough
Wimborne
Dorset
BH21 1PL
1202886738
School Website
Beaucroft Foundation School
Foundation Special School
Ages:4-19
Head Teacher
Mr Diane Makariou/Joseph Barnett Beaucroft School
Wimborne Road
Colehill
Wimborne Minster
Dorset
BH21 2SS
01202886083
School Website
Downlands Community School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr James Rielly
Blandford Camp
Blandford Forum
Dorset
DT11 8BG
01258453348
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Hamworthy
Junction Road, Hamworthy, Dorset, BH16 5AA
9.17 Miles
Poole
Serpentine Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2BQ
9.75 Miles
Parkstone
Station Road, Parkstone, Dorset, BH14 8UD
9.85 Miles
Branksome
Poole Road, Branksome, Dorset, BH12 1DF
10.03 Miles
Holton Heath
Station Road, Holton Heath, Dorset, BH16 6JT
10.35 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Sunset Cars
01202 848483
540, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 4ED
3.54 Miles
C U Travel
01202 882988
41 Mallard Rd, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 2NL
4.24 Miles
Colehill Taxis
01202 887077
44 Rowlands Hill, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 2QH
4.26 Miles
Advantage Cars
01202 377525
4 Bourne Court, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 1DF
4.43 Miles
Executive Travel
07825 250068
86 Leigh Road, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 1AJ
4.58 Miles
Southern Comfort Travel
01258 857011
21 King's Street, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 4BJ
4.78 Miles
Colehill And Wimborne Radio Cabs
01202 888810
7 Ball's Lane, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 4BG
4.83 Miles
East Dorset Cars Taxis
01202 889999
5 Barnes Crescent, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 2AY
4.86 Miles
Executravel R-R
01202 887821
25 Lawns Road, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 2JP
4.90 Miles
Jwr Executive
01202 887117
17 Candys Close, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 3EL
4.98 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bh21 Witchampton
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Bh21 Witchampton Lodge
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Bh21 Manswood
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Bh21 Crichel
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Bh21 Manswood Village
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Bh21 Stanbridge House
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Bh21 Horton Inn
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Bh21 Gaunts Common
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Long Crichel Bakery
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Bh21 Tower Close
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Bh21 Gaunts Lodge
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Dt11 Tarrant Rushton
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Bh21 Amen Corner
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Bh21 Gussage All Saints (Was 109)
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Walford Mill Medical Centre
01202 886999
Walford Mill Medical Ctre
Knobcrook Road
Wimborne
Dorset
BH21 1NL
The Old Dispensary
01202 880786
The Old Dispensary
32 East Borough
Wimborne
Dorset
BH21 1PL
Quarterjack Surgery
01202 848262
Quarterjack Surgery
Rodways Corner
Wimborne
Dorset
BH21 1AP
Blandford Medical Centre
Blandford Medical Centre
Blandford
Blandford Forum
Dorset
DT11 8RH
Sturminster Marshall Branch Surgery
Memorial Hall
Christchurch Close
Sturminster Marshall
Wimborne
Dorset
BH21 4DH
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Local Stores

Colehill
1 Smugglers Lane
Colehill
Wimborne
Dorset
BH21 2RX
01202 883322
Store Website
4.13 miles
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SPAR Furzehill
Furzehill Village Stores
Smugglers Lane
Furzehill
Wimborne
BH21 4HB
01202 883022
Store Website
3.2 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

The Equine Dental Clinic Ltd
Old Barn Cottage
Witchampton
Wimborne
Dorset
BH21 5BX
01258 841 191
edc.acc.contact@gmail.com
Website
1.02 miles
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Vetsmiths
14 West Borough
Wimborne
Dorset
BH21 1NF
01202 119988
Hello@vetsmiths.co.uk
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4.19 miles
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Equine Dental Clinic Ltd
Glebe Farm
Parsonage Lane
Wimborne St Giles
Dorset
BH21 5NR
01258 841191
reception@equinedentalclinic.co.uk
Website
4.56 miles
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Lynwood Vets
Station Road
Wimborne
Dorset
BH21 1RQ
01202 882101
alan@lynwoodvets.co.uk
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4.80 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

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Vets Now (Bournemouth)
Station Road
Bournemouth
Dorset
BH21 1RQ
01202 859933
bournemouthclinic@vets-now.com
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4.80 miles
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Ferndown Family Vets
353 Wimborne Road West
Stapehill
Ferndown
Dorset
BH21 7NW
01202 877811
info@ferndownfamilyvets.co.uk
Website
5.59 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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

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Martin Downs Nature Reserve
Easy Walk Across The Martine Downs Nature Reserve. Plenty Of Walk Options And Historic Sights To See. There Is A Map In The Car Park To Find A Route.
Martin Down Nature Reserve
Lancashire
8.89 miles

Location
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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
9.78 miles

Just Off Parkstone Road, Poole
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River Avon Somerley Hampshire
This 5.5 Mile Route Takes You Across The Somerley Estate Nature Reserve Along A Beautiful Stretch Of The River Avon, Through Woodland And Back Down The Valley To To Retrace The Stretch Along The River. There Are Opportunities To Shorten Or Lengthen The Route To Suite Your Needs.
The Bridge
Ringwood
Lancashire
BH24 3PP
10.17 miles

On The A338 Take The Turning Over Ibsley Bridge (Grid Ref Su 149 096) And Park On The Gravel Lay-By Just Over The Bridge.
Location
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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
10.23 miles

Https://Www.Poole.Gov.Uk/Sports-And-Leisure/Parks-And-Open-Spaces/Find-A-Park-In-Poole/Harbourside-Park-Baiter-And-Whitecliff/
Location
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Ibsley Plateau New Forest
This Walk Takes You Up Onto Ibsley Common With Its Stunning Views Out Over The Northern New Forest. At The Top Are The Remains Of A World War 2 Tracking Station And Its Air-Raid Shelter. There Are Boards Telling Its Story.The Marked Map Route Is 4.5 Miles, But There Are Numerous Paths At The Top, Allowing The Dog Walker To Pick A Route Of What Ever Length They Feel Up To.
Unnamed Road
Ringwood
Lancashire
BH24 3NF
11.47 miles

Park At Grid Reference Su 172 088, Cross The Road And Climb The Hill Until You Meet The Main Path.
Location
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