History and Heritage in Dorset

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Cerne Abbas Giant, Dorchester, Dorset

The famous ancient figure of the Cerne Giant, cut into the chalk near Cerne Abbas.

Don't miss the Cerne Abbas Giant, a large naked, club-wielding man cut into the chalk hillside above the village.

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Chesil Beach, Portland to Abbotsbury, Dorset

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Purbeck Estate and Studland, Swanage, Dorset

One of Britain's best beaches and extensive nature reserve.

A mile-long bay of gently shelving fine sand with a backdrop of dunes at Studland. .

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Footscape, Cerne Abbas, Dorset

Exclusive heritage tours and walking holidays in timeless Thomas Hardy country.

On our three small group heritage tours you can walk in the footsteps of Thomas Hardy, visit some of Dorset’s most beautiful gardens or see the castles of Sir Walter Raleigh in the beautiful town of Sherborne. For hikers, our walking holidays are rich in folklore, history and stunning landscapes.

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