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Places To Visit near Sturminster Newton

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Hambledon Hill fort

Labelled as being the best of its kind, so if you like historic landscapes and walking, this one is for you. It has amazing views all around of the Blackmore Vale and Cranborne Chase. Neolithic long barrows, ramparts other fine examples of earthworks - a great place for a picnic, there are even cows to entertain the children. Natural England also hold events here periodically.

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Old Smithy

A beautiful, streamside garden with ponds, mown paths and rustling trees which frame a lovely thatched cottage. Plan your visit carefully as it is only open for a few days each year through the National Gardens Scheme, however guests of The Old School House (1416) next door to this two and a half acre garden can arrange viewings at other times by appointment.

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Sturminster Newton Museum and Mill

Enjoy a tour of the old flour mill, spread over four floors and grab the opportunity to purchase some freshly ground flour! A visit to the museum will give you some insight into the history of the local area.

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The Shillingstone Railway Project

This ongoing project plans to restore the station and its immediate area back to its former glory. There's currently a station shop and cafe for you to indulge in some light refreshment.

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Places To Visit near Sturminster Newton

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Hambledon Hill fort

Hambledon Hill fort

Labelled as being the best of its kind, so if you like historic landscapes and walking, this one is for you. It has amazing views all around of the Blackmore Vale and Cranborne Chase. Neolithic long barrows, ramparts other fine examples of earthworks - a great place for a picnic, there are even cows to entertain the children. Natural England also hold events here periodically.

Old Smithy

Old Smithy

A beautiful, streamside garden with ponds, mown paths and rustling trees which frame a lovely thatched cottage. Plan your visit carefully as it is only open for a few days each year through the National Gardens Scheme, however guests of The Old School House (1416) next door to this two and a half acre garden can arrange viewings at other times by appointment.

Sturminster Newton Museum and Mill

Sturminster Newton Museum and Mill

Enjoy a tour of the old flour mill, spread over four floors and grab the opportunity to purchase some freshly ground flour! A visit to the museum will give you some insight into the history of the local area.

The Shillingstone Railway Project

The Shillingstone Railway Project

This ongoing project plans to restore the station and its immediate area back to its former glory. There's currently a station shop and cafe for you to indulge in some light refreshment.