Cerne Abbas

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This is a photo of listed building number
This is a photo of listed building number
Earthwork known as "The Trendle" atop the Cerne Abbas Giant hill, overlooking Cerne Abbas village in Dorset, South-West England.
Later 15th century probably by abbot John Vanne (1458-70). History says that this is where Queen Margaret stayed on her return from France to try to get the throne back for her husband Henry VI. She failed and spent the four years in prison before being ransomed by France where she died in 1482.
An aerial photograph of the Cerne Abbas Giant taken from a Cessna 150 aircraft using a Nikon F70, AF Nikkor 35-80mm on Fujichrome Velvia stock.
Photo by PeteHarlow (page does not exist) (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0)

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Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt

Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt

3 out of 5
12-18 Dorchester Road Weymouth England
The price is S$155 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
S$155
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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Clean room, welcoming stuff, nice and quiet.

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Crown Hotel

Crown Hotel

3 out of 5
West Street, Blandford, Forum Blandford Forum England
The price is S$106 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
S$106
15 Feb - 16 Feb
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (154 reviews)
Reception staff very helpful. Good size room.

Reviewed on 7 Feb, 2026

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Fairhaven Hotel

Fairhaven Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Fairhaven Hotel, 37 Esplanade Weymouth England
The price is S$100 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
S$100
25 Feb - 26 Feb
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Stay at this hotel in Weymouth. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), daily housekeeping and an in-room coffee maker. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (735 reviews)
Great staff and easy check in. Lovely room and view. Thank you

Reviewed on 1 Feb, 2026

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The Dorset Resort

The Dorset Resort

4 out of 5
Bere Regis Wareham England
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Wareham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Popular attractions Purbeck Shooting School and Monkey World Ape Rescue ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
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The Dorset Resort
18 Chamberlaine Road

18 Chamberlaine Road

2.5 out of 5
18 Chamberlaine Road Weymouth England
Stay at this golf cottage in Weymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and a garden. Popular attractions Sandsfoot Castle Beach and Sandsfoot Castle are located nearby.
18 Chamberlaine Road
Day Cottage

Day Cottage

3 out of 5
4 Penny Street Weymouth England
Stay at this 3-star golf cottage in Weymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Weymouth Beach and Jubilee Clock Tower of Weymouth ...
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The cottage was absolutely excellent , clean, had everything you need,cosy, couldn’t ask for more ,also not far from the beach

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Popular places to visit

Cerne Abbas Giant showing outdoor art

Cerne Abbas Giant

Towering over the countryside and shrouded in mystery, Britain's largest chalk drawing is a curious and compelling destination.

Cerne Abbas Giant
This is on Man of war beach near Durdle door on the Jurassic Coast in UK. Outstanding place with lots of natural beauty and spots for hikes and photography. If you go there wear comfy shoes and be ready for steep

West Bexington Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at West Bexington Beach during your trip to Dorchester? While in this quaint area, you can savour the lively bars.

West Bexington Beach
Tutankhamun: The Exhibition featuring interior views

Tutankhamun: The Exhibition

Travel back in time to ancient Egypt and discover the secrets of the pharaohs in Dorchester's celebrated mummy museum.

Tutankhamun: The Exhibition
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Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens, a lovely green space in Stinsford. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its lively bars.

Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens
Maiden Castle which includes tranquil scenes as well as a couple

Maiden Castle

Enjoy spectacular views and discover fascinating history at one of England's largest Iron Age hill forts, home to temples, battlements and ancient burial sites.

Maiden Castle
Maumbury Rings featuring tranquil scenes

Maumbury Rings

History is hidden in plain sight, with grassy mounds concealing ancient constructions from three different eras, at this park in the heart of bustling Dorchester.

Maumbury Rings

Things to do

Pauls Walking Tour - Sat & Sundays at 10:00am - or Group book on 07851934735

Pauls Walking Tour - Sundays at 10:00am - or Group

S$17
per adult
Pauls Walking Tour - Sundays at 10:00am - or Group
Sherborne Ghost Walk: Audio Tour of Dorset Oldest Town

Sherborne Ghost Walk: Audio Tour of Dorset Oldest Town

S$13
per adult
Sherborne Ghost Walk: Audio Tour of Dorset Oldest Town
Half Day Jurassic Coast Highlights Private Shore Excursion

Private Shore Excursion - Half Day Jurassic Coast Highlights

S$690
per traveller
Private Shore Excursion - Half Day Jurassic Coast Highlights
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