Εύκολες πεζοπορίες και βόλτες Castleton

I always make time to pop in on my walks in this area as it is wonderfully calming and peaceful. I like to just sit and marvel at the talent of the architecture.

Tess of the Vale “1841 COLBER A surviving bridge is the Victorian iron structure mounted on stone pillars at Colber was erected in 1841 and is a beautiful Victorian bridge and a popular wild swimming spot in the summer months. On the banks are the remains of the old railway bridge from the Somerset and Dorset”

Sandford Orcas sits beneath Holway Hill, where the summit stands at 172m. The village itself is full of English history, with the Manor house built around 1550 AD and the church of Saint Nicholas thought to be from the 13th century. Surrounded by the Dorset countryside, it is a beautiful place to explore and to embrace its distinctive characteristics.

Between Over Coombe and Higher Clatcombe there are beautiful views of Ambrose Hill and Patson Hill along the route. Picturesque scenery of the Dorset countryside is in abundance.

For many, known as the ‘Cathedral of Dorset’ Founded by St. Aldhelm in AD 705, Sherborne Abbey has developed from a Saxon cathedral to one of England’s most beautiful parish churches. The abbey is a Grade I listed building. It has several distinct architectural styles throughout and well worth a visit.

Once the former home of Sir Walter Raleigh, Sherborne "New" Castle is an ideal place to visit while on a hike around Sherborne. The mansion dates back to the 16th century, while Sherborne Old Castle dates back to the 12th century. Open every day, the Castle and gardens also hold events throughout the year. https://www.sherbornecastle.com/

The gardens were opened as a public garden on 5 September 1906. There is a band stand in the middle of the gardens which is still used for concerts in the summer. Unfortunately dogs are not allowed in the gardens.

Sherborne School is a public school (English independent boarding school for boys) located beside Sherborne Abbey. The school has been in continuous operation on the same site for over 1,300 years. It was founded in 705 AD by St Aldhelm and, following the dissolution of the monasteries, re-founded in 1550 by King Edward VI, making it one of the oldest schools in the United Kingdom.