DORSET
With its temperate climate, blissful countryside and rugged, fossil-strewn coastline, Dorset is a superb place to visit at any time of year. You’ll find it in the South West, bordered by Wiltshire, Hampshire, Somerset and Devon. It’s not just the scenery and the attractions that bring people back year after year; pay a visit and you’ll see just how the pace of life can slow down to a thoroughly relaxing tempo.
Monkey Around in Dorset
Dorset is an ideal location for those with families looking for an interesting and exciting holiday in the UK with some more unusual attractions thrown in. There’s plenty for younger visitors to enjoy, such as Monkey World, where you can meet rescued monkeys and apes and even adopt one! Alternatively, if you want to really unwind, you can pay a visit to one of Dorset’s clean and spectacular beaches.
From Fossils to Tanks
History buffs will be in their element, with relics from virtually every era in man’s past. The beach at Charmouth is always dotted with fossil hunters, cracking rocks and hoping for that next, big find. If you prefer your history a little more recent, be sure to explore the Tank Museum. However, there are plenty of castles spanning the centuries in between; the ruins of Corfe Castle have seen many kings come and go, such as King Henry I.
Eating Out in Dorset
Food is an integral part of life in Dorset and with the fertile soil and bountiful sea on the doorstep, many chefs and restaurateurs have settled here. The Crab House Café in Wyke Regis is a must for seafood fans, while Wild Garlic was set up by the 2009 winner of Masterchef and offers superb, fine dining.