Visit-Dorset

04/02/2025

Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and restore your inner-harmony on a wellness break to Dorset 🧘🙏💆

Blessed with both countryside and coast, Dorset is the perfect retreat where you can recharge your batteries, de-stress and get away from the daily grind.

Find out more on our website 👇️

www.visit-dorset.com/ideas-inspiration/short-break-ideas/health-and-wellbeing-breaks/

📸 Monart Spa Poundbury

02/02/2025

There’s something magical about wild food foraging; it’s a perfect way to unplug, reconnect, and savour the simple joys of life. 🍂💚⁠
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If you’re looking for a mindful escape, we definitely recommend booking in this activity for 2025 🌍🍃 Who’s up for some foraging adventures?⁠
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Visit our website to find out more about Fore Adventure's foraging sessions https://bit.ly/3EfcBML
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📍 Studland⁠
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31/01/2025

We love February here in Dorset; the days start to get longer, the air is crisp, and the landscape starts to sprout the colours of Spring.

February brings romantic vibes, family half term fun as well as glorious countryside walks and fresh sea air to reinvigorate the soul.

Check out our top reasons to visit Dorset in February...

www.visit-dorset.com/blog/post/top-reasons-to-visit-dorset-in-february/

📌 Swyre Head, near Kimmeridge

29/01/2025

Here's our highlight of events taking place in Dorset during February 🎶🎭⛸🎨

You can find information about these events, as well as lots more events on our website 👇️

www.visit-dorset.com/whats-on/

26/01/2025

Our top places in Dorset to swap screen time for real time 🤳⁠
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If you’re after a break from tech, we’ve got some fantastic places to stay where there is no WiFi, TV to watch or sometimes even a phone signal - the perfect digital detox! 🏡💚 ⁠

📸 Featuring Loose Reins Glamping, Coppet Hill, Dorset Forest Garden Glamping, Mallinson's Woodland Retreat, Stock Gaylard, The Seaside Boarding House, The Greenhouse Poole and Gore Cottage.
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Read more in our blog 👉️⁠https://www.visit-dorset.com/blog/post/places-to-stay-in-dorset-for-a-digital-detox/
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24/01/2025

Enjoy a fantastic seasonal getaway to Dorset this winter ❄️☕️🧣🔥

Along with spectacular scenery, expect country pubs with roaring fires, festive events, fabulous food and lots of great days out.

Plan your winter break today 👇️

www.visit-dorset.com/ideas-inspiration/short-break-ideas/winter-breaks/

📸 Burnbake Forest Lodges

22/01/2025

Fall in love with Dorset this Valentine’s Day and whisk the love of your life away on a fabulous romantic break to remember 💘

With everything you could want for those extra special few days together, Dorset is the perfect place for a romantic getaway 💎💞💐

Visit our website to start planning your trip 👇️

visit-dorset.com/ideas-inspiration/short-break-ideas/valentines-day

📌 Portland Bill

21/01/2025

Tonight's the night - Winterwatch returns to RSPB Arne live from 8pm! 🦅 🦊 ❄️

Will you be tuning in?

Today's the day!

We are back TONIGHT at 8pm on BBC Two for the first episode of Winterwatch ❄️

But you don't have to wait, you can head over to our website and iPlayer right now to watch our live wildlife cameras until 10pm this evening 💙

Watch LIVE here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/live/c8xj09xed72t &listen

📸 Alastair Marsh Photography on Flickr

18/01/2025

Did you know, one of the best times to hunt for fossils on Dorset's beaches is during winter?

After winter storms, you'll easily find fossils on the shoreline at Lyme Regis and Charmouth.

Find out more on our website 👇️

www.visit-dorset.com/explore/jurassic-coast/fossil-hunting

15/01/2025

Today is Museum Selfie Day!

Go to our website to help plan your next trip to one of Dorset's fabulous museums 🖼️🦴🕰️⚱️

visit-dorset.com/things-to-do/heritage-culture/museums-galleries

📸 Dorset Museum & Art Gallery, The Tank Museum, Shire Hall Museum, Museum of East Dorset, and Museum of Jurassic Marine Life

12/01/2025

Selected by the Good Hotel Guide, these 5 cosy hotels in Dorset are perfect for a winter break to see you through the chilly evenings 🛎️🍽️🔥

Whether you want a log fire and a page turner, a holistic massage and a sauna, or a 300-strong selection of whiskies, it's all right here in Dorset.

Visit our website to find out more 👇️

www.visit-dorset.com/blog/post/cosy-hotels-for-a-winter-break-in-dorset

📌 The Acorn Inn at Evershot

10/01/2025

Looking for attractions to visit and activities to do this winter?

Lots of Dorset's attractions and activities are open throughout the year, so no matter the season, there's plenty to see and do 🏰🎭️🧸

Visit our site to plan your day out 👇️

www.visit-dorset.com/things-to-do/things-to-do-in-winter

📌 Weymouth Sea Life Adventure Park
📸 Ian Rose Photography

09/01/2025

Dreaming of your 2025 escape?

Waterside Holiday Group’s January Sale is here with unmissable offers at Dorset’s 3 parks Bowleaze Cove Holiday Park & Spa, Chesil Beach Holiday Park & Osmington Holiday Park:

🌊 Save up to £300!
🏡 Book with just a £25 deposit - the lowest ever!
💳 Flexible payments to suit you
💎 Exclusive 5% discount for previous guests

Secure your next trip today, from Luxury Lodges with hot tubs to Waterside’s brand-new 2025 holiday homes, there's something for everyone's dream holiday.

Start planning now and make 2025 unforgettable.

Find out more 👉 www.watersideholidaygroup.co.uk/whg-offers/jan-sale-2025/

07/01/2025

Looking to try something new this year? ✨

Health and Activity - Dorset Council’s ‘Get into Nordic Walking Courses’ are a great social activity to help increase your levels of exercise and improve your health and wellbeing, all delivered by a qualified Nordic Walking instructor 👍

🥾 Thursday 16 January, 9:30am - 11am
📍Bridport Football Club

🥾Monday 27 January, 10am - 11:30am
📍Moors Valley Country Park, Golf & Activity Centre

🥾Sunday 2 February, 9:30am - 11am
📍Wareham Forest

🥾Tuesday 4 February, 11:30am - 1pm
📍Kingston Lacy

🥾Wednesday 12 February. 1pm - 2:30pm
📍Charmouth Recreation Field

A course is £15 per person and poles are provided for the course. To book your place call 01425 480811 or visit our website for other locations and dates that are available:

👉www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/health-and-activity

06/01/2025

A holiday in Dorset will open your eyes to a county of contrasts – perfect for families, couples and solo travellers alike.

Whether you fancy an indulgent foodie getaway, a romantic short break, a fun family holiday or an exciting adventure, Dorset is where memories are made!

Let us inspire you to plan your 2025 holiday to our beautiful county 👇️

www.visit-dorset.com/ideas-inspiration/dorset-holidays/

📌 Corfe Castle
📸 Tim Bassett

04/01/2025

With a chill in the air, and the need to wrap up in hats, scarves and gloves, what could be better than warming up by the fire in one of Dorset’s pubs?

Feel the warmth of the fire, as you enjoy the lively atmosphere and relaxed surroundings. Many of these pubs have a Sunday lunch menu, so you can treat yourself to another winter tradition – the Sunday roast!

To guarantee a table by the fire, be sure to make a booking in advance and call the pub to check the fire will be lit during your visit.

Find out more 👇️

visit-dorset.com/blog/post/dorset-pubs-with-log-fires

📸 The New Inn, Church Knowle

03/01/2025

Need some inspiration for your 2025 getaway to Dorset? 🏰🍷🌄🥾

Grab a cuppa and read our latest guest blog about a 3 day break - perfect for first time visitors 👇️

www.visit-dorset.com/blog/post/3-days-in-dorset-the-perfect-first-time-itinerary/

📌Seatown Beach
📸 Adventures Of Alice

31/12/2024

Welcome the new year and kick off 2025 on a high note. Beat the winter blues and get some feel good factor in Dorset this January.

Discover more details on our site 👇️

www.visit-dorset.com/blog/post/10-ways-to-feel-good-this-january-in-dorset/

📌 Hive Beach