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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.

c13th hilltop church fabulous views over the Blackmore Vale

c12th. A Romano-British altar was discovered in the churchyard and is now inside the church The village lies on the Monarch's Way long-distance footpath that approximates the escape route taken by King Charles II in 1651 after being defeated in the Battle of Worcester.

Charles II of England stayed at Trent House for several days during his escape to France in 1651. The village has good architecture from the Medieval, Tudor, and later periods, with many trees in the background. The church of St Andrew is architecturally interesting and the lateral tower is topped by one of the three ancient stone spires of Dorset built in the c13th century. Restoration and refitting was done about 1840 in a pre-Victorian way. Features of interest include the rood screen, the pulpit of continental origin, the 16th century bench ends and the old painted glass in the east window

With Folke Manor House dating back to the 15th century and the Parish church to the 17th century. This pretty little village won't take long to explore, but it is well worth a visit.

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.

Surrounded by countryside, Milborne Port is a gorgeous town. Within the village there is Ven house and the church of St John the Evangelist. It has a varied history, including being a mint town during the reign of Aethelraed II and Cnut.

Lovely small garden close to high street in Sherborne. Enjoy a picnic in the garden if the weather allows.