The best cycling routes around Winfrith Newburgh

Standing tall like a vibrant, four-sided stick of rock, the Jubilee Clock is Weymouth’s ultimate "meet you there" landmark. Built in 1888 to celebrate Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee, this red, gold, and white Victorian masterpiece looks like it was plucked straight from a giant’s toy box. It used to sit on a stone base right in the sand, but the Esplanade grew around it! Today, it survives every coastal gale with royal dignity. It’s the perfect backdrop for a selfie—just don't blame the clock if you're late for your fish and chips!

The Oasis Café is your ultimate beachfront "pit stop" at Preston Beach. Forget fancy—think hearty breakfasts, fresh crab sandwiches, and epic views of the Jurassic Coast. It’s the perfect place to watch the waves crash while you tackle a massive slice of cake. Sandy paws and salty hair are definitely welcome!

Quite casually, you'll find yourself standing in the middle of a millennia-old place, which Celts, Romans, Anglo-Saxons, and Normans have repeatedly reshaped to suit their culture and needs. Those familiar with Old Sarum will recognize or compare many things (Salisbury). Two information panels allow you to immerse yourself in this tranquil place.

What a wonderful place: time seems to have stood still here. While some of the furniture has been reconstructed, it's fortunate that Hardy's house has been so completely preserved: a fascinating journey into the Victorian England of one of the world's leading authors... the room where he wrote many of his poems and novels, an enchanting garden, and even the somewhat quirky "Pet Sematary," where several dogs and cats were buried. So much of the atmosphere is still preserved here: a must-see, ideally with a guided tour: it's worth it.

Divert off main trail to Morton Estate for coffee break

A fascinating place with a rich history and unique features. Here's a summary of what makes it special: History: * A church has stood on this site since at least 1190. * The current building dates back to 1776 when it was rebuilt, reusing medieval foundations. It's considered a good example of early Gothic Revival architecture. * The church's dedication changed in 1490 from St Magnus Martyr to St Nicholas. * The north aisle was added in 1841. * In 1940, the church suffered significant damage from a German bomb during World War II.

St. James | Kingston 1880 | Victorian Gothic Revival | Architect : George Street | Grade I The tiny hilltop village of Kingston is remarkable for having two churches. The later of the two with it's dominating position overlooking Corfe Castle is the more famous, having acquired the nickname of the 'Cathedral of the Purbecks’ because of its enormous proportions and lavish decorations The 3rd Earl of Eldon decided it was his Christian duty to provide the village with another church (the 1st Earl who became the Lord Chancellor had provided the village with a new church in the 1830's ) It took six years to build and cost £70,000 – the equivalent of at least £8 million today and became a private chapel for the Eldon estate until 1921 The Earl went to George Street, who had become one of the supreme proponents of what is now known as the 'High Victorian' movement who had designed the Royal Courts of Justice. This commission gave him the opportunity for the 'grandest church in the country'. Street's designs seem to have been influenced by 13th century French models, in particular a church in Norrey-en-Bassin, just outside Caen (Normandy). The stair turret on the north transept is a replica of that at Christchurch priory. The exterior of the church is from broken shell limestone - from the Earls own estate at Blashenwell Farm - hich has now got a pink hue caused by algae. The inteior is from two type of stone, both from Purbeck quarries: The columns and pillars are from polished Purbeck marble and the greater part of the interior from Portland stone. The chancel steps are from crinoidial Limestone from the the Peak District and the altar stands on Carrara marble from Tuscany

Nice coffee stop with good bike rack. Employs My Ability students - a plus in my book. https://walledgardenmoreton.co.uk/the-dovecote-cafe/