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The Hellstone at Portisham

The Hellstone at Portisham

Days Out
The Hellstone also known as the Stone of the Dead can be found on Portisham Hill about a mile or so from the Hardy monument. It's quite an impressive dolmen which was constructed around 6 thousand years ago but it probably looked a little different then than it does today...
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Walks in Dorset

100 Walks in Dorset

Walking, Hiking, Climbing

Part of a series for the keen walker, this book features 100 route descriptions of circular walks ranging from 3-12 miles in Dorset. Each walk has a map, points of interest and places to eat and drink en route, plus suggestions for easy car parking...

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Bournemouth Beach

Bournemouth Beach Guide

Beach Guide
A guide to the main beaches in and around the Bournemouth area.... 
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Days Out

Fun Family Days Out

Days Out
Looking for something to do with the family this weekend but on a tight budget? We find four fun family days... 
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Poole Beaches

Poole Beaches

Beach Guide
A guide to the main beaches and their facilities in and around the Poole area...
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What's On...

Townsend School Car Boot Sale - Bournemouth

January
Saturday
28

Townsend School Car Boot Sale - Bournemouth Regular carboot sale every Saturday at 11 am at Townsend Primary School, Jewell Road, Townsend, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 0LT Entry free for buyers. Seller fee: 5 Facilities: Refreshments,Toilets No dogs, no children under 18 unless accompanied by adult Organiser: Barrie Whitcher tel: 07981...

World Village Market

January
Saturday
28

World Village Market This colourful event, to be held in the Town Square, Bournemouth, promises a mouth watering feast of exotic foods for visitors to try – from Thai noodles to Spanish paella, Greek olives to French cheeses as well as a selection of healthy local and British fayre. The unique festival-style...

Battistinis Retro Revival California Dreaming Party

January
Saturday
28

Battistinis Retro Revival California Dreaming Party BATTISTINIS proudly present RETRO REVIVAL Live Music from the amazing "DING DONG DADDIOS" www.dingdongdaddios.com AND "THE AARON KEYLOCK BLUES BAND" THE KITTY KAT CABARET BRING YOU THE BEST IN BURLESQUE ENTERTAINMENT WITH: "BEAU ROCKS" "TRIXIE TOPAZ "AMY LOU" Plus the Kitty Kat Kittens...

World Village Market

January
Sunday
29

World Village Market This colourful event, to be held in the Town Square, Bournemouth, promises a mouth watering feast of exotic foods for visitors to try – from Thai noodles to Spanish paella, Greek olives to French cheeses as well as a selection of healthy local and British fayre. The unique festival-style...

World Village Market

January
Monday
30

World Village Market This colourful event, to be held in the Town Square, Bournemouth, promises a mouth watering feast of exotic foods for visitors to try – from Thai noodles to Spanish paella, Greek olives to French cheeses as well as a selection of healthy local and British fayre. The unique festival-style...

World Village Market

January
Tuesday
31

World Village Market This colourful event, to be held in the Town Square, Bournemouth, promises a mouth watering feast of exotic foods for visitors to try – from Thai noodles to Spanish paella, Greek olives to French cheeses as well as a selection of healthy local and British fayre. The unique festival-style...

 
 
 
 

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Brownsea Island Brownsea Island If you're looking for peace and quiet, amazing views, woodland walks and wildlife this weekend visit... More detail
Corfe Castle Corfe Castle Strategically perched on an ancient hilltop and guarding the main route in and out of the Isle of Pu... More detail

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Ancient Stones of Dorset
article thumbnailThis book gives a lovingly compiled comprehensive account of standing stones and other sites in Dorset,...
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The Hellstone at Portisham
article thumbnailThe Hellstone also known as the Stone of the Dead can be found on Portisham Hill about a mile or so from the Hardy monument. It's quite an impressive dolmen which was constructed around 6 thousand...