KNYGA Jeni Bell 111 Places in Dorset That You Shouldn't Miss

Whether you’re a local, a seasoned traveler or first-time visitor, beautiful, quirky Dorset can’t fail to surprise you. Discover 111 off-the-beaten track (and sometimes off-the-wall) places in this beguiling county. Revised and updated edition."... it’s also a book to dip into – for inspiration, for discovery, or simply for the pleasure of armchair exploration." — Worldwide Writer Dorset doesn’t have any motorways. Or cities. Or major industries. We do have railways – but don’t expect high speed intercity connections. But these are the reasons why the county is so appealing: The pace of life is slower, the people friendlier, the views more unspoiled. The county is a magnet for creative types: artisan food producers, eco-preneurs, artists and craftspeople who are quietly building businesses in small towns and villages, tucked away in back lanes and converted farm buildings. Whether you’re a local, a seasoned traveler or first-time visitor, beautiful, quirky Dorset will surprise and delight you. This guide will introduce you to 111 off-the-beaten track (and sometimes off-the-wall) locations that make this slice of the West Country a wonderful place to live and a great place to visit. Pick flowers in the grounds of a ruined abbey. Watch the summer solstice at a mini Stonehenge. Spot badgers in fancy dress. Buy wobbly bread from a post office. Moon-bathe in a beach-side sauna. Or fill your boots at a dry dock.