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  • BEAULIEU

    One ticket – and something for everyone at Beaulieu! With over 250 vehicles the National Motor Museum tells the story of motoring on our roads and racetracks. Re-live memorable challenges in World of Top Gear. Experience the Victorian splendour of Palace House and Gardens, the tranquil ruins of Beaulieu Abbey and much more.

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  • PORTLAND CASTLE
    PORTLAND CASTLE

    Overlooking Portland Harbour in Dorset stands one of Henry VIII’s finest coastal forts, built in the early 1540s to protect against French and Spanish invasion. Today it provides a great day out for visitors and its audio tour, included in the admission price, tells of the castle’s 450 year history and the part it played […]

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  • SHERBORNE OLD CASTLE

    Sherborne Old Castle is a romantic 12th century ruin set in beautiful grounds next to New Sherborne Castle. After withstanding two sieges during the Civil War, only the Southwest Gatehouse and parts of the castle, including the Great Tower and the North Range, now survive. Loved by Sir Walter Raleigh, he leased the castle but […]

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  • ROYAL SIGNALS MUSEUM

    ENIGMA, Codes and Secret Agents. From semaphore to cyberspace, and electronic warfare: discover the rapidly evolving story of the British Army’s dynamic cutting edge… The Royal Signals. A voyage of discovery through hands-on, family friendly innovative displays: explore the history, science and technology of communications.

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  • GREAT DORSET STEAM FAIR
    GREAT DORSET STEAM FAIR

    “The National Heritage Show”. The World’s largest heritage and cultural event showcasing our national industrial, agricultural and leisure history. Covering an incredible 600 acres and attended by over 200,000 people each year from both the UK and abroad. An amazing fun and action packed day out for all the family. Five day event 25th August […]

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