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Jurassic Coast - here, as a touring cyclist, you get a nice access with wonderful views, swimming options and good restaurants.

a historic church with roots dating back to at least 1325, though the present building was constructed in the early 14th century. It is a Grade I Listed Building, recognized for its special architectural and historic interest. Here are some key details about the church: Architectural Style: Early English style and cruciform shape, featuring a nave, transepts, a south porch, and a square tower with six small bells and a clock. Historical Features: The church is mentioned in the Domesday Book. It has spyholes, known as squints, in the north and south transepts, allowing the congregation to see the priest at the altar. A memorial window from around 1884 features stained glass designed by William Lethaby, who later became a professor at the Royal College of Art. The registers date back to 1558. The interior was last restored in the 1920s, with villagers contributing to the carvings in the choir.

Just as you come out of village, and almost up the first hilly section, you come across a rather stunning backdrop.

Redundant, but beautifully restored by the local community. It is now an information point for cyclists and hikers. Also a nice bench to sit on. much needed I found.

So much history in one building, I've created a highlight which includes all the amazing history,plus about 60 pictures. It's well worth a visit

* Historical Significance: A church was first founded on the site in the 9th century by Alfred the Great. The current building incorporates various architectural styles, including Norman, Early English, and Perpendicular, reflecting centuries of reconstruction and expansion. * Connection to Sir George Somers: The grave of Sir George Somers, who founded the colony of Bermuda and whose adventures are said to have inspired Shakespeare's "The Tempest," is located under the vestry. * Dorset County Symbol: St. Wite is the patron saint of Dorset, and her cross was adopted as the new county symbol in a public vote in 2008. The church continues to be an active Church of England parish church and is lovingly cared for by a local group, the Friends of St Candida.

Undisturbed Relics of St. Wite (St. Candida): It is one of only two churches in England (the other being Westminster Abbey) that still contains the undisturbed relics of the saint to whom it is dedicated, St. Wite (also known by her Latin name, St. Candida). This has created an unbroken line of pilgrimage to her shrine for over 1,000 years. "Cathedral of the Vale": It is known locally as "The Cathedral of the Vale" due to its historical significance and prominence in the Marshwood Vale. * Ancient Pilgrimage Site: The church has been a significant pilgrimage site for over a millennium, with pilgrims historically drawn by the reputation of St. Wite and the belief in the healing powers of her shrine. The shrine has three holes in its base where the sick could place body parts or offerings in hopes of miraculous healing. * Survival of the Reformation: Remarkably, the shrine and its relics survived the English Reformation, during which many such sacred sites were destroyed.

A hard hill to get up, but the views are worth it