Whether you are planning a holiday in dorset after the current situation with coronavirus is over, or you live in dorset, this is where you can find your own dorset in books guide books and maps, whodunnits and crime novels, modern and historical novels, classic literature, romantic fiction and holiday reads all set in dorset there are so many books to suit all tastes. Covering an area of 2,653 square kilometres 1,024 sq mi, dorset borders devon to the west, somerset to the northwest, wiltshire to the northeast, and hampshire. The saga of the hubble space telescope and the visionaries who bu. In this guide, the reader is given the opportunity to explore different ancient environments as the rocks along the shoreline. The whole of the jurassic coast stretches from studland bay in dorset to exmouth in east devon, so you can certainly continue driving and discovering more beautiful seaside spots. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. A trip on a train to dorset gives you the opportunity to explore unspoilt countryside, spectacular beaches, historic landmarks and coastal towns. Cottages in dorset book your dorset holiday cottage. The coastline, which forms part of the jurassic coast world heritage site, has been the stamping ground for the historical great and the good, through to the holidaymakers of today collecting. The dorset and east devon coast has an outstanding combination of globally significant geological and geomorphological features. Adam burtons new book, the dorset coast, more than does justice to the astonishing richness and variety of our coastal features. Set in the heart of the stunning marshwood vale, you will be met with an abundance of plants, wildlife and fantastic walks. Dorsets poole harbour is the largest natural harbour in europe and the second largest in the world.
The historic town of dorchester is the county seat. The south west coast path guide book from cicerone. Whether you are an amateur collector, geology student or professional geologist, the dorset coast will always hold a special place in most geologists hearts. The dorset beach house offers you a holiday set in a landscape of outstanding natural beauty with a vibrant local scene. The ceremonial county comprises the unitary authority areas of bournemouth, christchurch and poole and dorset. Dont forget to click attending on the official facebook event. Trains to dorset book cheap train tickets to dorset trainline. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in dorset, england on tripadvisor. Hidden gem walking the jurassic coast cicerone press. We had tons of rain, which impacted the views, but a great time nonetheless. Given world heritage status in 2001, the jurassic coast path through dorset is quite simply unique. Dorset is the place to come for award winning beaches. The county boasts 25 blue flag and seaside award beaches. At dorset coastal cottages, we have a wonderful selection of places to stay in dorset, from cosy boltholes for two to large houses for all the family.
It is the perfect base to explore dorsets treasures. The official visitor website for dorset, maintained by the visit dorset tourism team. Dorset, administrative, geographic, and historic county of southwestern england. An avid reader from dorset with a passion for books, particularly crime fiction. Visitor highlights of the jurassic coast world heritage site. Self catering thatched cottage on the beach dorset beach house. This sumptuously illustrated book, in full colour throughout, focusses on the central section of the coast, extending from the start of the fleet lagoon and then. The cross keys sherborne, haddon house hotel, and urban beach hotel. From the instantly recognisable natural features of durdle dor and lulworth cove. Boutique apartments bridport, west dorset coast lbc. The hotel rembrandt weymouth is the perfect place to base your visit to the beautiful and historic dorset world heritage coast. Although it includes many sandy beaches and picturesque coastal towns, the most spectacular feature of the dorset coast is the geological diversity which produces some of the most remarkable and easily recognisable natural landmarks in britain.
Find out more about the harbours and ports of dorset. We offer a fantastic collection of over 200 coastal selfcatering holiday cottages perfectly positioned either in quaint, traditional villages within 10 miles of the jurassic coast, or in prime locations near the beach in one of our lovely seaside towns. The ideal couples retreat, this charming single storey. Costa book awards shortlist memoir of homeless couples coast walk this article is more than 1 year old the salt path by raynor winn is acclaimed by judges as an absolutely brilliant story. Discover a pair of boutique georgian apartments, the book club and art studio for a luxury selfcatering experience in the heart of the historic market town of bridport, west dorset. Popular coast to coast am books meet your next favorite book. The celebrated statesman land cruise train travels south for a memorable midsummer journey through the severn tunnel and historic bath spa and beside the river avon to salisbury and southampton, then through the beautiful new forest to our first optional stop at bournemouth where around four hours will be available to enjoy the elegant seaside resort with its seven miles of golden sands. It stretches from exmouth in east devon to studland bay in dorset, a distance of about 96 miles 154 km, and was inscribed on the world heritage list in middecember 2001. Costa book awards shortlist memoir of homeless couples coast. Providing a guide to this beautiful part of the world, is a new book written by dedicated fossil collectors steve snowball and craig chivers.
The jurassic coast is a world heritage site on the english channel coast of southern england. There is lots to do locally, in the glorious countryside, at the. Would recommend in a heartbeat and hope to book again the next time in dorset. Dorset really delivers hotels to cater for every preference, our relatively compact county offers glorious rural locations within easy reach of awardwinning beaches and the dramatic jurassic coast. Dorset coastal cottages holiday cottages in dorset. The dorset coast forms part of the dorset and east devon world heritage site that stretches from exmouth in devon through to poole harbour and includes in dorset one of the most complete sections of jurassic and cretaceous rocks anywhere in the world. Walking is one of britains favourite leisure activities, and this guide to dorset features 50 mapped walks from 2 to 10 miles, to suit all abilities. Our holiday properties are situated in small rural villages both. Costa book awards shortlist memoir of homeless couples. Armchair exploring with this book is a visual feast as stripped of most signs of human interference the landscape is shown in its stunning variety. Nov 22, 2018 a british womans account of how she and her terminally ill husband embarked on a 630mile walk along the south west coast path after being made homeless has been shortlisted for the costa book.
Here, at the eastern end of the jurassic coast, the white chalk of handfast point and old harry rocks gleams brightly in the sun. Are you looking for sleek and sophisticated with clean lines and a minimalist feel, or are you more at home with quaint country style brimming with original features. The book is packed with stunning photos illustrating the text and also has guidance on photographic techniques. Breakfast at these hotels in dorset are also highlyrated. Blandford forum 1 book bovington 1 book bridport 3 books casterbridge 2 books cerne abbas 9 books christchurch 2 books corfe castle 4 books dorchester books lulworth camp 1 book lulworth castle 1 book lyme regis 40 books. Dorset 10k, half marathon, marathon, ultra and ultra plus. Excellent value for money and if you are a photographer visiting dorset it will save you a lot of time researching the area. Although it includes many sandy beaches and picturesque coastal towns, the most spectacular feature of the dorset coast is the geological diversity which. Dorset holiday cottages available to book for 2021 browse through our collection of handselected holiday cottages in dorset and find the one that is just you. A large section of the 630 mile south west coast path is in dorset it is certainly a must for real walking fans to try.
Dorset s jurassic coast path, known more tamely as the dorset coast path, comprises an 86mile stretch between poole and lyme regis in the far west on the devon boundary. Dorset harbours can be enjoyed in so many ways, whether you are sailing the coast, taking a boat trip or just enjoy visiting harbours to see the colourful fishing boats and their catches. Speed down to this stellar region for dreamy days hunting dinosaur bones at the beaches or meandering around grassy meadows more than half of dorset is classified as an area of outstanding. A fully serviced seasonal pitch at the dorset hideaway is the perfect choice if youre looking for a quiet retreat surrounded by miles of unspoilt dorset countryside. Books set in dorset score a book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Had a fantastic tour of a damp but beautiful dorset coast for our disney cruise. Many are dogfriendly, with warming log fires to curl up next to on cold winter nights and gardens to play in during the summer. This includes the very popular official guide to the jurassic coast, fossils of the jurassic coast, walks books and a range of postcards.
Dorset in books dorset in books books set in dorset. Our hidden gem of the month is walking the jurassic coast a lovely and easy to understand book describing both the geology and the. Book your tickets online for jurassic coast, dorset. Explore dorset holidays and discover the best time and places to visit. Buy inshore along the dorset coast 2nd revised edition by peter bruce isbn.
They live in the village of portesham, on the jurassic coast between weymouth and bridport. It is bordered by the english channel south and the counties of devon west, hampshire east, and somerset and wiltshire both north. Hotels in dorset that offer highlyrated breakfasts include rose and crown, summer lodge country house hotel, and bridge house hotel. Immerse yourself in the past by visiting a wealth of. All written content is original and not to be reproduced without prior permission. Steve has lived in south dorset for 26 years and he and his wife josie and sons louis and tristan have their own motorboat berthed in portland harbour. The 15 best things to do in dorset for travel after. How about a small, stylish hotel in the heart of the countryside.
The dorset coast forms part of the dorset and east devon world heritage site that stretches from exmouth in devon through to poole harbour. Jurassic coast dorset 2020 all you need to know before. Little boutique club offers a little retreat for a luxury hideaway. For someone who may not know the dorset coastline very well, adam burtons book is a glorious introduction with just enough text to orientate the viewer for a visit in person. Bordered by the english channel to the south and home to the famous unescolisted jurassic coast, the county of dorset in southwest england is just the place for a memorable break in the countryside. Dorsetshire is a county in south west england on the english channel coast. Communication was excellent, and we thoroughly enjoyed our guide danny and the tour. Dorset campsites and holiday parks are as diverse as youd expect from a county home to both lush green countryside and the fossilfilled jurassic coast. Fully serviced seasonal pitches the dorset hideaway. Entitled a guide to fossil collecting on the south dorset coast, this is one book that does exactly what it claims to do in the title and what an excellent read it is too. Holiday on the jurassic coast west bay is on the unesco world heritage site known as the jurassic coast which boasts 90 miles of breathtaking views for walkers, cyclists and ramblers. Dorset beach house self catering thatched cottage on the.
Books set in dorset 29 books meet your next favorite book. The celebrated statesman land cruise train travels south for a memorable midsummer journey through the severn tunnel and historic bath spa and beside the river avon to salisbury and southampton, then through the beautiful new forest to our first optional stop at bournemouth where around four hours will be available to enjoy the elegant. Dorset holiday barns book now explore coast and country from our fabulous barn conversions situated in the delightful sleepy hamlet of over compton with bustling sherborne and yeovil just a few minutes drive away. Dorset, in southwest england, has a stunning coastline offering golden sands, the majestic jurassic coast a world heritage site of chalk cliffs and fossilpacked beaches plus pretty bays, as well as seas for watersports. A stunning 19thcentury former gardeners cottage nestled within a private estate offering a wonderful base to explore the beauty of the jurassic coastline and picturesque countryside of west dorset. Armchair exploring with this book is a visual feast as stripped of most signs of human interference the landscape is shown in. The dorset and east devon coast was awarded world heritage status by unesco in december.
The books below follow in very different ways the south west coast path from minehead in somerset, all the way through north devon, cornwall and south devon, finishing in dorset. Dorsets jurassic coast path, known more tamely as the dorset coast path, comprises an 86mile stretch between poole and lyme regis in the far west on the devon boundary. The 10 best things to do in dorset 2020 with photos. We hear so much about the jurassic coast but not everyone is aware of the extraordinary geology behind the area. Columbine by dave cullen, the universe in a mirror. Choosing a dorset coastal hotel ensures youll be next to this remarkable natural beauty. Since being added to the world heritage list in 2001, the coast has become more popular, but you wont struggle to find quiet places along the near 100miles of. Trains to dorset book cheap train tickets to dorset. The book features all the practical detail you need, including. Private jurassic coast experience day trips, west dorset tours.
Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. A guide to fossil collecting on the south dorset coast siri. Whatever point along dorset s coast you start your walk, youre sure to enjoy some fabulous views and aweinspiring scenery. Holiday hot spot dorset offers a checklist of charms. The western part of the dorset coast, covered in the first book, dealt with the fossils that can be found in the marine deposits associated with lyme regis, seatown and the coastline eastwards towards burton bradstock.