Welcome to Woodyates

Woodyates is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. The village is situated in the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it a popular destination for tourists who are looking to explore the natural beauty of the area. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and dense forests, providing visitors with a peaceful and tranquil environment to relax and unwind.

One of the main attractions of Woodyates is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture and features a stunning stained glass window that depicts the life of Christ. Visitors can also explore the churchyard, which is home to several ancient graves and tombs. Another popular attraction in Woodyates is the nearby Farnham Castle, which was built in the 12th century and is now a popular wedding venue.

For those who enjoy outdoor activities, Woodyates offers plenty of opportunities for hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. The village is located near several nature reserves and parks, including the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs, which offer miles of scenic trails and paths to explore. Visitors can also take a leisurely stroll through the village and admire the quaint thatched-roof cottages and historic buildings that line the streets. Overall, Woodyates is a charming and picturesque village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of Dorset.

Local Schools

School	Details
Sixpenny Handley First School Academy Converter Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Rachael Musselwhite	Sixpenny Handley Salisbury Dorset SP5 5NJ 01725552356 School Website
Aurora Boveridge College Special Post 16 Institution Ages:16-25 Head Teacher Mr Lloyd Richards	Cranborne Wimborne Dorset BH21 5RU 1725551247 School Website
Broad Chalke C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Heather Luft	Newtown Broad Chalke Salisbury Wiltshire SP5 5DS 01722780212 School Website
The Beeches School Other Independent Special School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Adele Henson	Aurora Boveridge College Cranborne Wimborne Dorset BH21 5RT 1725551247 School Website
Cranborne Middle School Community School Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mr Richard Stevens	Cranborne Wimborne Minster Dorset BH21 5RP 01725517348 School Website
Cranborne Church Of England First School Academy Converter Ages:2-9 Head Teacher Mrs Annette Faithfull	Water Street Cranborne Wimborne Dorset BH21 5QB 1725517439 School Website
Wimborne St Giles Church Of England First School And Nursery Academy Converter Ages:2-9 Head Teacher Mrs Philippa Hill	Wimborne St Giles Wimborne Dorset BH21 5LX 1725517347 School Website
Sandroyd School Other Independent School Ages:2-13 Head Teacher Mr Alastair Speers	Rushmore House Tollard Royal Salisbury Wiltshire SP5 5QD 1725516264
Western Downland Church Of England Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Alice Tubbs	Rockbourne Fordingbridge Hampshire SP6 3NA 01725518233 School Website
Coombe Bissett Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Not Recorded Not Recorded	Shutts Lane Coombe Bissett Salisbury Wiltshire SP5 4LU 01722718380 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Tisbury Station Road, Tisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 6JT 7.96 Miles

Salisbury South Western Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7RS 9.48 Miles

Gillingham (Dorset) Station Yard, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4PZ 14.30 Miles

Dean Rectory Hill, West Dean, Hampshire, SP5 1JF 14.96 Miles

Branksome Poole Road, Branksome, Dorset, BH12 1DF 17.12 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Hawthorns Taxis 07751 638723 Fernleigh, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 5RP 3.96 Miles
Advantage Cars 01202 377525 The Square, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 5PR 4.10 Miles
M And J Taxis 01725 516334 Glebe Farm, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 8DD 5.38 Miles
Arrowline Minibuses Ltd 01722 555554 Wings Dairy/Blandford Rd, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 4LH 6.20 Miles
Elevon Travel 07710 644445 Wyckfield, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 4LR 6.55 Miles
Ringwood Taxis Passenger Transport Courier Service 01425 480480 Unit 1 Arch Farm Industrial Estate, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 1NQ 7.58 Miles
Express Cars And Ringwood Taxis 01425 650000 Whitsbury Road, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 1NQ 7.58 Miles
Waverley Private Hire 01425 839400 17 Waverley Rd, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 1EU 7.88 Miles
Roy All Travel 01747 871945 23 The Avenue, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 6JQ 8.11 Miles
Airwave Cars 07711 349107 37 Saint Johns Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 6PN 8.12 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
East Woodyates No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Pentridge No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Deanland Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodminton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Bower Chalke Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Townsend No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Deanland No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Handley Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:45
Sheasby Close No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Martin No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:15
Costers Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
East Martin No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mead End No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh21 Boveridge No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Sixpenny Handley Surgery 01725 552500	The Surgery, Dean Lane Sixpenny Handley Salisbury Wiltshire SP5 5PA
Broadchalke Surgery	Doves Meadow Broadchalke Salisbury Wiltshire SP5 5EL
The Cranborne Practice 01725 517272	The Surgery Pennys Lane, Cranborne Wimborne Dorset BH21 5QE
Spring Orchard	High Street Fovant Salisbury Wiltshire SP3 5JL
The Village Hall	Alderholt Fordingbridge Hampshire SP6 3EP

Local Stores

Alderholt - Ringwood Road
1 Ringwood Road
Alderholt
Fordingbridge
Dorset
SP6 3DF
01425 655989
Store Website
6.88 miles

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SPAR Bemerton Heath
SPAR Store
Gainsborough Close
Bemerton Heath
Salisbury
SP2 9HJ
01722 327013
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Pilgrims Veterinary Practice
5-7 Castle Street Cranborne Dorset BH21 5PZ 01725 551119 enquiries@pilgrimsvets.org.uk Website 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 4.43 miles

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Pinpoint Veterinary Care
Cob Barn Holwell Barns Cranborne Winborne Dorset BH21 5QP 01725 486 003 info@pinpointvetcare.com Website 4.60 miles
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Springbok Veterinary Group Limited
Fordingbridge Road Alderholt Fordingbridge Hampshire SP6 3BE 01425 654202 info@alderholtvets.co.uk Website 7.07 miles
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Lynwood Vets
19 Station Road Verwood Dorset BH31 7PY 01202 826956 vets@lynwoodvets.co.uk Website 7.22 miles
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Cedar Veterinary Group
17 Ringwood Road Verwood Dorset BH31 7AA 01202 825217 enquiries@cedarvets.com Website 7.28 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 0.63 miles

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Breamore
This 5.5 Mile (8Km) Walk Starts From The Breamore House Tea Room Entrance, Takes You Through The Village, Across The Common And Up Through The Breamore Estate To The Medieval Miz-Maze And Breamore House. It Includes Panoramic Views Out Over The Surrounding Farmland And Woodland. Unnamed Road Fordingbridge Lancashire SP6 2DB 7.62 miles Start From Breamore House Tea Rooms

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Gods Hill
This Is A Lovely Car Park To Walk From With A Great Combination Of Streams, Valleys And Woodland. The Views Are Awesome And It Can Be Really Sunny On A Windy Day As The Valley Gives You Some Protection. A Delightful Array Of Paths To Explore. Lady'S Mile Fordingbridge Lancashire SP6 2QX 9.43 miles

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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 9.61 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.

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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 9.75 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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Woodgreen/Hale Purlieu
This 8.5Km Walk Starts And Finishes At The Hale Purlieu National Trust Car Park (Grid Ref: Su 189 177). It Includes Plantation, Heathland, And Village. There's Also The Opportunity For Lunch Or Light Refreshments At The Horse And Groom Pub In Woodgreen. Fordingbridge Lancashire 9.86 miles Hale Purlieu National Trust Car Park (Grid Ref: Su 189 177).

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