Welcome to Woodsford

Woodsford is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles east of the town of Dorchester and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 300 people and is known for its historic church, St. Mary's, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade I listed building and is a popular attraction for visitors to the area.

The village of Woodsford has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. The village was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 and was once home to a castle, which was destroyed during the English Civil War. Today, the village is a peaceful and picturesque place to live, with a strong sense of community. There is a village hall, a pub, and a primary school, as well as a number of local businesses.

Woodsford is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and fields of crops stretching as far as the eye can see. The village is located close to the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is famous for its stunning cliffs and beaches. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists, with a number of scenic routes to explore. Overall, Woodsford is a charming and idyllic village, offering a peaceful and relaxed way of life in the heart of the Dorset countryside.

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Local Schools

School Details
Frome Valley Cofe Va First School
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Head Teacher
Ms Julie Thorp
School Drive
Crossways
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8WR
1305852643
School Website
St Marys Church Of England Middle School Puddletown
Academy Converter
Ages:9-13
Head Teacher
Mr Mike Hilborne
Puddletown
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8SA
01305848293
School Website
Puddletown Church Of England First School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mr Daniel Hunwick
Dorchester Road
Puddletown
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8FZ
01305848206
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Broadmayne First School
Community School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Helen Collings
Knighton Lane
Broadmayne
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8PH
01305852471
School Website
Employ My Ability (Ema) Ltd
Special Post 16 Institution
Ages:16-25
Head Teacher
Mrs Jacqui Church
The Walled Garden
Moreton
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8RH
1929405685
School Website
Kingston Maurward College
Further Education
Ages:16-99
Head Teacher
Mr Luke Rake
Kingston Maurward
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8PY
1305215000
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Dorset Studio School
Studio Schools
Ages:13-19
Head Teacher
Dr Annetta Minard
Kingston Maurward
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8PX
01305443600
School Website
St Marys Catholic First School Dorchester
Academy Converter
Ages:4-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Paula Fearn
Lucetta Lane
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 2DD
01305262258
School Website
Manor Park Church Of England First School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:2-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Melanie Pallister
Mellstock Avenue
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 2BH
1305268741
Sunninghill Preparatory School
Other Independent School
Ages:3-13
Head Teacher
Mr David Newberry
South Court
South Walks Road
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1EB
01305262306
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Moreton (Dorset)
Station Road, Moreton, Dorset, DT2 8BB
1.36 Miles
Dorchester South
Station Approach, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1QX
4.42 Miles
Dorchester West
Damers Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2LB
4.89 Miles
Wool
Station Road, Wool, Dorset, BH20 6BL
5.61 Miles
Upwey
Littlemoor Road, Upwey, Dorset, DT3 5RB
7.22 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Dorchester Taxis
01305 251097
4 Foundry Place, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1LX
4.13 Miles
Casterbridge Limousine Hire Service
01305 266377
34-35 High East St, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1HN
4.26 Miles
A-Line Taxis
01305 262888
8 Trinity Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1TU
4.44 Miles
Bob's Cars
01305 269500
17A Trinity Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1TU
4.44 Miles
Dorset Cars
01305 250666
10 Trinity Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1TU
4.44 Miles
Economy Travel And Taxi's
01305 700007
7 Ashley Rd, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2DJ
4.46 Miles
Abcars Taxis
01305 251122
118 Coburg Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2HR
4.89 Miles
Celtic Cabs
01929 463311
135 Cologne Rd, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6NS
4.90 Miles
Bob's Cars
01305 269500
Unit 1B/Poundbury House/Poundbury West Ind Est, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2PG
4.94 Miles
Cars 2 Airports
01305 251122
101 Celtic Crescent, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2TD
5.05 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Dt2 Lewell
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Waddock Cross
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Dt2 Brymer Road Puddletown
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
The Surgery
The Trinity Street Practice
Ld Farm Way
Crossways
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8TU
Puddletown Surgery
01305 848333
Puddletown Surgery
2A Athelhampton Road
Puddletown
Dorset
DT2 8FY
Fordington Surgery
01305 250515
The Surgery, 91 High St
Fordington
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1LD
Atrium Health Centre
01305 251545
Atrium Health Centre
7 Weymouth Avenue
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1QR
The Atrium Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
7 Weymouth Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 1QR
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Local Stores

Crossways - Warmwell Road
11 Warmwell Road
Crossways
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8BS
01305 853081
Store Website
1.38 miles
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SPAR Puddletown
27 High Street
Puddletown
DT2 8RT
01305 848235
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Piddle Valley Vets Ltd
The Surgery
Backwater
Puddletown
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8SD
01305 848 820
Website
2.57 miles
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Disabled public access

Client car park

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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
3.44 miles
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Disabled public access

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Dave Cumber Vets
86 Mellstock Avenue
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 2BH
01305 251632
info@fieldingandcumber.co.uk
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Medivet Dorchester Southfield Veterinary Centre
South Walks
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1DU
01305 262913
dorchester@medivet.co.uk
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4.31 miles
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Disabled public access

Client car park

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Dorchester Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home
Weymouth Avenue Retail Park
Weymouth Avenue
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 2RY
01305 268 794
dorchester@vets4pets.com
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Medivet Wool
Dorchester Road
Winfrith
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8DD
01929 462535
wool@medivet.co.uk
Website
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Disabled public access

Client car park

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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
4.35 miles

Postcode Dt2 7Jd. Approximately 3 Miles West Of Bere Regis; About Five Minutes' Drive From The A35.
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Weymouth To Portland Rodwell Trail
1 Barrack Rd
Weymouth
Lancashire
DT4 8UF
8.65 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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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
9.18 miles

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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
9.28 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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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.
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Lancashire
11.18 miles

Start At Grid Reference Sy 904 817
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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
12.90 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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