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Explore Dorset from Greenwood Grange

Greenwood Grange is perfectly placed for discovering the very best of Dorset. From our peaceful countryside location, you can experience breathtaking landscapes, award-winning attractions, and unforgettable days out.

Discover Dorset’s Natural Beauty

Explore the world-famous Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site just a short drive away, known for its dramatic cliffs, fossil-rich beaches, and stunning coastal walks. Or step directly from your cottage into Thorncombe Woods and Puddletown Forest, ideal for woodland walks, wildlife spotting, and tranquil escapes, no car required.

Top Dorset Attractions on Your Doorstep

Dorset offers something for every type of traveller. Families, couples, and solo explorers can enjoy some of the UK’s most popular attractions within easy reach of Greenwood Grange, including:

The Tank Museum – one of Britain’s top museums, perfect for history enthusiasts
Farmer Palmers – a favourite for little ones with friendly animals and hands-on activities
Monkey World – a world-renowned ape rescue centre
SEA LIFE Centre – an exciting indoor and outdoor marine adventure

Whatever the weather, there’s always something to see and do when you explore Dorset from Greenwood Grange.


Dorset Attractions & Days Out

With over 230 rescued & endangered primates and 3 kid’s play areas there’s plenty of fun to be had!

Tank Museum

The world’s finest collection of tanks. Almost 300 vehicles on display! Restaurant & soft play too.

Hardy’s Cottage

10 minutes walk from us. This house is where Hardy wrote his early works including ‘Under the Greenwood Tree’.

A fantastic National Trust House and Gardens. Wonderful Cafe and play parks.

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Dorset Coastline & Beaches

World famous sandy beach. Just 20 minutes by car to get to one of Europe’s Best Beaches. Safe waters and soft sand.

West Bay

Location for Broadchurch, West Bay offers stunning landscapes and plenty of great places to eat around the harbour.

Ringstead Bay

Scenic pebble beach. Perfect for swimming and watersports. Brilliant food at the Reef Cafe.

A small sandy beach on Portland Harbour. Safe paddling for kids and the perfect place for paddleboarding.

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Best Places to Eat

Family run restaurant offering hand stretched pizzas and authentic Italian food with an emphasis on Farm to Table and minimal food miles.

The Wise Man Inn

Where traditional British pub meets rustic gastro cuisine. The best roast you’ll ever taste and only 5 minutes down the road from us. Dog friendly!

The Club House

Food is fresh, local and sustainable - with an eye firmly on nature’s seasons. Stunning setting right on the beach at West Bexington.

Rock Fish offers fresh, sustainable local seafood with a seasonal menu and sweeping views of the sandy bay from the Esplanade.

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