Welcome to Burleston

Burlington is a small town located in the county of Dorset, England. It is situated on the south coast of England and is known for its beautiful beaches and stunning coastal views. The town has a rich history and is home to many historic buildings and landmarks, including the famous St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century.

One of the main attractions of Burleston is its beautiful beaches. The town is home to several beaches, including Burleston Beach, which is a popular spot for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports. The beach is also home to several cafes and restaurants, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal or a drink while taking in the stunning views of the coastline.

In addition to its beaches, Burleston is also known for its vibrant arts and culture scene. The town is home to several galleries and museums, including the Burleston Arts Centre, which hosts a variety of exhibitions and events throughout the year. The town also has a thriving music scene, with several live music venues and festivals taking place throughout the year. Overall, Burleston is a charming and picturesque town that offers something for everyone, from its beautiful beaches to its rich history and vibrant arts and culture scene.

Local Schools

School	Details
St Marys Church Of England Middle School Puddletown Academy Converter Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mr Mike Hilborne	Puddletown Dorchester Dorset DT2 8SA 01305848293 School Website
Puddletown Church Of England First School Academy Converter Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Daniel Hunwick	Dorchester Road Puddletown Dorchester Dorset DT2 8FZ 01305848206 School Website
Milborne St Andrew First School Academy Converter Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Michelle Cheeseman	Hopsfield Milborne St Andrew Blandford Forum Dorset DT11 0JE 01258837362 School Website
Frome Valley Cofe Va First School Academy Converter Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Ms Julie Thorp	School Drive Crossways Dorchester Dorset DT2 8WR 1305852643 School Website
Employ My Ability (Ema) Ltd Special Post 16 Institution Ages:16-25 Head Teacher Mrs Jacqui Church	The Walled Garden Moreton Dorchester Dorset DT2 8RH 1929405685 School Website
Cheselbourne Village School Community School Ages:4-9 Head Teacher Mr Christopher Perry	Cheselbourne Dorchester Dorset DT2 7NT 01258837306 School Website
Kingston Maurward College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mr Luke Rake	Kingston Maurward Dorchester Dorset DT2 8PY 1305215000 School Website
Dorset Studio School Studio Schools Ages:13-19 Head Teacher Dr Annetta Minard	Kingston Maurward Dorchester Dorset DT2 8PX 01305443600 School Website
Bovington Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Sara White	Holt Road Bovington Wareham Dorset BH20 6LE 1929462744 School Website
The Luccombe Hub Other Independent Special School Ages:8-18 Head Teacher Principal Henri Monier-Williams	Unit 12 East Luccombe Farm Milton Abbas Dorset DT11 0BD 7930226886 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Moreton (Dorset) Station Road, Moreton, Dorset, DT2 8BB 3.19 Miles

Dorchester South Station Approach, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1QX 5.87 Miles

Dorchester West Damers Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2LB 6.23 Miles

Wool Station Road, Wool, Dorset, BH20 6BL 6.29 Miles

Upwey Littlemoor Road, Upwey, Dorset, DT3 5RB 9.43 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Celtic Cabs 01929 463311 135 Cologne Rd, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6NS 5.27 Miles
Dorchester Taxis 01305 251097 4 Foundry Place, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1LX 5.44 Miles
Casterbridge Limousine Hire Service 01305 266377 34-35 High East St, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1HN 5.55 Miles
Dorset Cars 01305 250666 10 Trinity Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1TU 5.80 Miles
A-Line Taxis 01305 262888 8 Trinity Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1TU 5.80 Miles
Bob's Cars 01305 269500 17A Trinity Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1TU 5.80 Miles
Sj Executive Cars 01305 266443 4 Ellerslie Close, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9QQ 5.91 Miles
Economy Travel And Taxi's 01305 700007 7 Ashley Rd, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2DJ 5.93 Miles
Charlton Down Taxis 01305 757515 Cherry Tree House, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9UZ 6.03 Miles
Garrison Cars 01929 463395 Frome Avenue, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6ER 6.05 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Puddletown Surgery 01305 848333	Puddletown Surgery 2A Athelhampton Road Puddletown Dorset DT2 8FY
Milton Road Surgery	7 Milton Road Close Milborne St Andrew Blandford Dorset DT11 0JY
The Surgery	The Trinity Street Practice Ld Farm Way Crossways Dorchester Dorset DT2 8TU
Bere Regis Surgery 01929 471268	The Surgery Manor Farm Rd,Bere Regis Wareham Dorset BH20 7HB
Bovington Medical Centre	Bovington Medical Centre Sir Richard Hull Road Bovington Wareham Dorset BH20 6JA

Local Stores

Crossways - Warmwell Road
11 Warmwell Road
Crossways
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8BS
01305 853081
Store Website
3.61 miles

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SPAR Puddletown
27 High Street
Puddletown
DT2 8RT
01305 848235
Store Website
1.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Piddle Valley Vets Ltd
The Surgery Backwater Puddletown Dorchester Dorset DT2 8SD 01305 848 820 Website 1.19 miles
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Dorset Equine Veterinary Services Ltd
Whitcombe Racing Stables Whitcombe Down Road Dorchester Dorset DT2 8NY 01305 262295 enquiries@dorsetequine.co.uk Website 5.57 miles
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Medivet Dorchester Southfield Veterinary Centre
South Walks Dorchester Dorset DT1 1DU 01305 262913 dorchester@medivet.co.uk Website 5.70 miles
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Dave Cumber Vets
86 Mellstock Avenue Dorchester Dorset DT1 2BH 01305 251632 info@fieldingandcumber.co.uk Website 5.76 miles
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Medivet Wool
Dorchester Road Winfrith Dorchester Dorset DT2 8DD 01929 462535 wool@medivet.co.uk Website 6.07 miles
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The Sim Veterinary Consultancy
The Ammonite Barn Winfrith Dorchester Dorset DT2 8DD 01929 463729 alanbsim@googlemail.com Website 6.07 miles

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Local Dog Walks

The Throop Loop
A Fabulous Short One-Mile Roundtrip Walk From The Hamlet Of Throop To Turners Puddle And Returning Via A Different Path To Throop. 99% Off-Road. In That Short Distance There Are Four Great Places For A Paddle Or A Swim In The River Piddle! Roadside Parking At Postcode Dt2 7Jd 3 Throop Hollow Dorchester DT2 7JD 3.24 miles Postcode Dt2 7Jd. Approximately 3 Miles West Of Bere Regis; About Five Minutes' Drive From The A35.

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Cerne Abbas Giant Walk
A Beautiful Walk At The Giant. Many Difficult Paths You Can Take. There Is A River Where You Dog Can Cool Down As.Some Times There Are Sheep But You Can Always Take A Different Route. 10 Abbey St Cerne Abbas Dorchester DT2 7JQ 8.23 miles

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Hardy Monument Dorset
This 7Km Route Includes Heathland, Woods And Farmland. It Is Hilly, But With Plenty Of Views Across The Dorset Countryside. Dorchester 10.76 miles If In A Car, Park At The Hardy Monument (What3words: ///Version.Frown.Kilowatt) And Enjoy The View Out To Sea And Across The Countryside Before Starting The Walk. There Is A Width Limit So, If You Are In A Motorhome Or Van, You May Need To Park In The Car Park To The East Of The Monument.

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Weymouth To Portland Rodwell Trail
1 Barrack Rd Weymouth Lancashire DT4 8UF 11.09 miles As This Walk Can Be Accessed From Both Ends Of The Trail, You Have A Choice Of Where To Park, Please Note In Public Car Parks Charges Apply

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Kimmeridge Circle Dorset
A Good, Nearly 7 Mile Day Walk With Opportunities For Off Lead And Some Need To Be Aware Of Sheep In Places. Takes You Down To The Beach At Kimmeridge And Then Back Up To The Car Park Where You Can See A Magnificent View. Take A Packed Lunch To Share With The Dog Whilst Paddling And Avoid The £5 Parking Charge. Unnamed Road Lancashire 11.88 miles Start At Grid Reference Sy 904 817

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Wytch Heath Wareham Dorset
This Walk Takes In Two Remote Wildlife Hides, Open Heathland, A Bluebell Wood, Poole Harbour Views And An Oil Extraction Depot. Plenty Of Variety And Interest And Plenty Of Opportunities To Shorten Or Lengthen The Walk With Lots Of Off-Lead Options. Unnamed Road Wareham Lancashire BH20 5BN 12.92 miles There Is Space To Park Off The Road At Grid Reference Sy 963 853. From Stoborough, Wareham, Take The Road East Towards The Arne Peninsula. Take The Third Turning On The Right, Heading South East. Continue Through Woods And Past Slepe Farm Until The Point Where The Poole Harbour Trail Crosses The Road. Here You Will Find Gravel Roadside Parking And A Gravel Track Heading Off To The Left With A Small, Round National Trust Hide Sign. Park Here And Start The Walk.

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