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The Verwood Heathland Heritage Centre (0 Miles)
The "Verwood Heathland Heritage Centre" project has preserved and restored a unique Primitive Country Pottery workshop, focusing on the Dorset Heathland and local Crafts. The Exhibition Area, contained in the original Potters' Workshop, has been extended for further Exhibition Space. The Coffee Shop serves Tea, Filter Coffee, Hot Chocolate, soft drinks, biscuits and locally home made cakes at reasonable prices and in a convivial atmosphere. This mini museum with its coffee shop and changing exhibitions is well worth a short visit. It is situated next to the main car park.
    http://heritage.verwood.org.
    The Potters Wheel,
    Manor Way, Verwood,
    Dorset. UK - BH31 6HF

Verwood Memorial Hall (0 Miles)
A formal opening ceremony was held on the 9th May 1959. The hall was built for the benefit of the Parish and was dedicated as a tribute to those who gave their lives during the 1939-1945 war. The auditorium will seat a maximum of 200 with a stage and adjacent dressing rooms. The general purpose wooden floor was marked out as a Badminton Court though this did have its problems as the roof was really a bit too low. The venue hosts a Friday market (morning) plus other events details of which can be found on the "What's On" page on this site.

    http://verwood.org/history/verwood_memorial_hall.htm
    Verwood Memorial Hall,
    Manor Way, Verwood,
    Dorset. UK - BH31 6HF

The Verwood HUB (0.3 Road Miles from Verwood))
This venue contains a 300 seat theatre / cinema as well as a Bistro serving meals and snacks. Live Shows are regularly held and details can be found on the "What's On" page on this site. It also contains meeting rooms

    http://thehubverwood.co.uk .
    The Hub
    Brock Way (Between the Police Station and Chemist)
    Verwood.
    Dorset UK - BH31 7QE

Verwood Leisure Centre and Potterne Park (1.5 Road Miles from Verwood)
Verwood Leisure Centre is run by the Verwood Community Association and provides a wide range of sporting and leisure facilities. Note that the existing Liesure Centre wills Shortly be demolished to make way for a rebuilt Morrisons Supermarket. Currently (January 2012) new facilities ar being built and the Hub is being extended. Potterne Park is also being improved and contiues to function as before providing Football Pitches, Cricket Pitch, Rugby Pitch and Floodlit Tennis Courts. (This section will be updated when the new facilities come on stream)
From December 2012 Potterne Park boasts a new 'Verwood Astroturf Arena'.

Verwood Heavy Horse Farm Park (2.0 Road Miles from Verwood)

Set Amongst scenic countryside our friendly park offers you the chance to experience farm life "hands on". Come and see the magnificent Shire horses.

All age groups will enjoy interesting daily shows. Free wagon and tractor rides. Full programme of hands-on-activities with friendly farm animals. Blacksmith museum gypsy wagons pony rides straw fun barn go cart arena cafe/gift shop. (Animal Collection) .

    http://www.dorset-heavy-horse-centre.co.uk/
    The Dorset Heavy Horse Centre
    Edmundson Road,
    Verwood,
    Dorset
    BH21 7NB
    01202 824040

Hare Lane Pottery (2 Road Miles from Verwood)

Jonathan Garratt produces distinctive handmade terracotta pots for the conservatory patio and garden. Every pot is frost proof and woodfired. Glazed pots for interiors. 01725 517700. (Craft Centre)

    http://www.studiopottery.co.uk/profile/Jonathan/Garratt
    Hare Lane Pottery,
    Cranborne,
    Wimborne,
    Dorset, UK,
    BH21 5QT.

Edmondsham House and Gardens (3 Road Miles from Verwood)
Edmonsham House is a fine Tudor Manor House with Georgian additions, which has remained within the ownership of the same family since the sixteenth Century. The house & gardens: All Bank Holiday Mondays & Wednesdays in April & October, 2 - 5 pm. Gardens: April - October, Sunday & Wednesday, 2 pm - 5 pm. From Verwood follow the B3081 towards Cranborne and follow the signs to Edmondsham

    Edmondsham House
    Edmondsham
    Wimborne
    Dorset
    BH21 5RE
    Phone: 01725 517207

Sutton Holms Nature Reserve (2 Road Miles from Verwood)

Traditional pasture with hedges, pond and a small flower rich copse.
Access by arrangement. Contact Dorset Wildlife Trust office Tel: 01305 264620.

Knowlton Church and Earthworks (4.7 Road Miles)

The siting of this ruined medieval church at the centre of a Neolithic ritual henge earthwork symbolises the transition from pagan to Christian worship.. Location: SW of Cranborne on B3078

The siting of this ruined medieval church at the centre of a Neolithic ritual henge earthwork symbolises the transition from pagan to Christian worship. . (Historic Site) . Location: Wimborne St Giles

Cranborne Manor Gardens (& Garden Centre) (5.1 Road Miles)

Elizabethan manor garden containing a Jacobean Mount garden herb and walled gardens a river garden and daffodils. The gardens are open once a week in the Spring and Summer for the public to enjoy (Wed Only)
Entrance through adjacent garden centre. 01725 517248. (Garden) . Location: Cranborne.

Walford Mill (7.3 Road Miles)

The history of the mill at Walford is clouded in uncertainty. In David Popham's book 'The History ofWimborne' there is a reference to a 'mille at Wimburn Town Centre end' which is believed to refer to Walford Mill in the 16th century.. Location: Wimborne, Dorset

A converted mill building by the river with a gallery and shop showing the best in contemporary British design workshops a craftschool and a bistro. 01202 841400. (Craft Centre) . Location: Wimborne Minster

Deans Court (7.4 Road Miles)

Lawns specimen trees shrubs semi-woodland paths. Vegetable garden with serpentine wall. Sanctuary for rare vegetable species. Chemical-free produce for sale. 01202 886116. (Garden) Location: Wimborne Minster

The Priest's House Museum (7.4 Road Miles)

The Priest's House Museum is set in an historic town house where a series of period rooms takes the visitor back through the centuries. From the 17th Century Hall to the Georgian Parlour and working Victorian Kitchen (Not Sun). Location: Wimborne, Dorset

Award-winning museum. Period rooms. Victorian Kitchen. East Dorset Villages gallery. Childhood and Archaeology galleries. Hands-on activities for all ages. Walled garden. 01202 882533. (Museum) . Location: Wimborne Minster

Wimborne Minster Model Town (7.5 Road Miles)

Built well over 50 years ago, the magnificent 1/10th scale models continue to surprise and amaze visitors from all over the world with their superb quality and realism.. Opening days & Hrs vary seasonally-please use the web link for full details.

Charming faithful 1/10th scale recreation of 1950s Wimborne a delightful historic market town set in beautiful award-winning gardens. Tearooms and gift shop. 01202 881924. (Model/Miniature Village) . Location: Wimborne Minster

Knoll Gardens (7.8 Road Miles)

Open to the public, the four acre garden at Knoll is a show garden, featuring the specialist plants available in the nursery. One of the country's most extensive collections of grasses can be found within Knoll's informal English setting (Not Mon). Location: Wimborne, Dorset

Set against a magnificent backdrop of unusual trees and shrubs this secluded garden is the dramtic showcase for the UK s leading ornamental grass specialist and setting for 5 000+ plant species including many rare and native varieties. 01202 873931. (Garden) . Location: Wimborne Minster

Skiing and Snowboarding (8.1 Road Miles)

From taster lessons to advanced coaching. We offer the best for the ski enthusiast, catering for company groups wanting to enjoy an evening of fun or skiers preparing themselves for their holiday. Location: Hurn, Christchurch 6.3 Miles from VERWOOD

Honeybrook Country Park (9.7 Road Miles)

Honeybrook Country Park is part of the Gaunts Estate. Visitors are free to wander in 84 acres of river meadows and woodland, they have also created exciting activities for children and groups (Not Mon). Location: Wimborne, Dorset

Honeybrook Farm offers nature based activities an adventure playground and a well stocked farm shop offering locally reared and produced products. 01202 881120. (Farm) . Location: Wimborne

Bournemouth Aviation Museum (10.7 Road Miles)

Bournemouth Aviation Museum is a registered charity operated entirely by volunteers.Our aim is to provide an interesting and informative visit for people of all ages and to share the enjoyment of the exciting world of aviation.. Open daily Apr-Oct. Winter opening varies .please check using web link.

http://www.aviation-museum.co.uk/index.php?id=2
Bournemouth Aviation Museum
Merritown Lane - off the B3073
Hurn, Christchurch
Dorset, BH23 6BA
Tel: 01202 473141

Follow the signs for Bournemouth International Airport or Adventure Wonderland.

Adventure Wonderland (10.7 Road Miles)

Adventure Wonderland, opposite Bournemouth Airport, is Dorset's number one family theme park and when you get here you'll see why! It's just packed full of so much fun and excitement for all our young visitors that you'll want to stay all day.. Winter opening varies. Please check using web link (Sat & Sun Only).

http://www.adventurewonderland.co.uk/
Adventure Wonderland
Merritown Lane
Hurn, Christchurch
Dorset, BH23 6BA

Kingston Lacy Estate - National Trust wood (12.6 Road Miles)

Kingston Lacy is an elegant 17thC house designed for Sir Ralph Bankes by Sir Roger Pratt and altered by Sir Charles Barry in 19thC. It is a country mansion built to resemble an Italian Palace set in a 250-acre wooded park with a herd of Devon cattle. 01202 883402. (Historic House/Palace) .

There’s plenty to see, from grand, beautifully detailed carvings, to intimate family souvenirs and even strange curiosities such as an ‘I owe you’ note from a king.

An art lover’s dream, take a look at rooms teeming with paintings by Rubens, Van Dyck, Titian and Brueghel. In the Egyptian Room you can discover the largest private collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts in the UK.

Enjoy the Japanese Garden, complete with authentic tea house, take a sheltered walk through the surrounding woodland and in spring enjoy the display of Snowdrops. Don’t forget to pop into the restaurant to try home made cake and scones

Address:
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/kingston-lacy/
Wimborne Minster, BH21 4EA
Telephone: 01202 883402
Email: kingstonlacy@nationaltrust.org.uk
OS Grid Ref: 195:ST980019

Opening days & times vary seasonally. Please check via web link. Location: Wimborne, Dorset

Badbury Rings (13 Road Miles)

Badbury Rings is an Iron Age hill fort dating from 800 BC and in use until the Roman occupation of 43 . The 330 ft high, 7 hectare fort is encircled by three 40 ft ramparts and four Bronze Age round barrows indicating an earlier occupation. Location: Wimborne, Dorset.

White Mill - National Trust (14 Road Miles)

Rebuilt in 1776 on a site marked in the Domesday Book, this substantial corn mill was extensively repaired in 1994 and still retains its original elm and applewood machinery (now too fragile to be used). It is situated next to the River Stour. (Sat & Sun Only).

Address:
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/white-mill/
Sturminster Marshall, near Wimborne Minster, BH21 4BX
Telephone: 01258 858051
Email: whitemill@nationaltrust.org.uk
OS Grid Ref: 195:ST958006

Tower Park (14.4 Road Miles)

Tower Park in Poole has something for everyone. With our indoor Splash Down water centre with exciting water rides, a recently refurbished 16 screen Empire cinema, bowling, bingo, fitness club, kids play area, amusement centre and plenty of places to eat, there is more than enough to entertain you.

Tower Park is located just 3 miles from the centre of Poole and five miles from Bournemouth plus has FREE parking for all visitors.

http://www.towerparkentertainment.co.uk/
Tower Park
Poole, Dorset
BH12 4NY

Sturminster Newton Museum & Mill (24.5 Road Miles)

Still in good working order, the Mill provides a unique opportunity to journey back to a simpler time, where you and your family can discover the age-old secrets of harnessing natural power amidst the tranquil beauty of the read Dorset countryside.

Informal guided tours by our Mill Supervisors are highly-praised features of visits to the Mill. The Mill is close to the Town Bridge and has a car park and picnic area by the river.

OS Grid Ref. - St 782135 Sat. Nav. – DT10 2HW Contact: 01747 854355
Admission: Adults £2.50 Children £1

http://www.sturminsternewton-museum.co.uk/?page_id=8
Sturminster Newton Museum & Mill Society
1 Lane Fox Terrace, Penny Street, Sturminster Newton, DT10 1DE
Tel: 01258 472568

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