Welcome to School House

School House is a historic building located in the heart of Dorset, England. Built in the early 19th century, this charming structure served as a school for local children for many years. Today, it stands as a testament to the rich history and culture of the area, attracting visitors from all over the world.

The School House is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, offering a glimpse into the past and a chance to learn about the educational system of the time. The building has been beautifully preserved, with many of its original features still intact. Visitors can explore the classrooms, see the old desks and chalkboards, and even sit in the teacher's chair.

In addition to its historical significance, the School House is also a popular venue for events and gatherings. Its picturesque setting and unique character make it the perfect location for weddings, parties, and other special occasions. Whether you're interested in history, architecture, or simply looking for a beautiful place to visit, the School House in Dorset is a must-see destination.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 9.2°C

Feels Like: 6.1°C

Wind: 14.5 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Salway Ash Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Leif Overment	Salwayash Bridport Dorset DT6 5JE 01308488302 School Website
The Sir John Colfox School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Adam Shelley	Ridgeway Bridport Dorset DT6 3DT 01308422291 School Website
Beaminster St Marys Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Darren Marklew	Clay Lane Beaminster Dorset DT8 3BY 01308862201 School Website
St Catherines Roman Catholic School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Terrey	Pymore Road Bridport Dorset DT6 3TR 01308423568 School Website
Symondsbury Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Roberts	Symondsbury Bridport Dorset DT6 6HD 01308423502 School Website
Beaminster School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Keith Hales	Newtown Beaminster Dorset DT8 3EP 01308862633 School Website
Mountjoy School Community Special School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Miss Gillian Howard	Tunnel Road Beaminster Dorset DT8 3HB 01308861155 School Website
Bridport Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Michaela Kite	St Andrew's Road Bridport Dorset DT6 3BJ 1308422846 School Website
Broadwindsor Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Jean-Paul Draper	Drimpton Road Broadwindsor Beaminster Dorset DT8 3QL 01308868376 School Website
Loders C Of E Vc Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Claire Pooley	Loders Bridport Dorset DT6 3SA 01308423418 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Crewkerne Station Road, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8AL 6.78 Miles

Maiden Newton Station Road, Maiden Newton, Dorset, DT2 0AE 8.97 Miles

Axminster Station Yard, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5PF 10.03 Miles

Yetminster Chapel Lane, Yetminster, Dorset, DT9 6LH 12.01 Miles

Yeovil Junction Off Newton Road, Stoford, Somerset, BA22 9UU 12.41 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Tims Taxis 01308 488010 16 Pitchers, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5QS 0.83 Miles
Pete's Taxis 01308 488790 37 Pitchers, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5QS 0.83 Miles
Dave's Taxi 07532 211270 22 Tunnel Rd, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3BN 2.61 Miles
Bridport Taxis 01308 424252 223 Orchard Av, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5RJ 2.64 Miles
West Dorset Taxis 07876 798770 42 Flaxhayes, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5DT 2.79 Miles
Pats Cabs 01308 424715 Unit 1A/Old Rope Walks/North Mills Trading Est, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3BE 2.83 Miles
Steve's Cabs 01308 861010 73 Flaxfield Road, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3EY 2.98 Miles
Beaminster Taxis 01308 862894 212 Gerrards Green, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3ED 3.02 Miles
Pegasus Cars 01308 456300 12 Sparacre Gdns, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3NB 3.12 Miles
Acorn Taxis 01308 422422 3 Tannery Road, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3TP 3.17 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Dt6 South Bowood Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Dt6 Dottery Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Dt8 Stokewater House Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Barton House Med Practice 01308 861938	Barton House Med Practice Beaminster Dorset DT8 3EQ
Ammonite Health Partnership (Tunnel Road Surgery)	24 Tunnel Road Beaminster Dorset DT8 3AB
Ammonite Health Partnership - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Bridport Medical Centre West Allington Bridport DT6 5BN
Ammonite Health Partnership - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Bridport Medical Centre West Allington Bridport DT6 5BN
Ammonite Health Partnership 01308 412896	Bridport Medical Centre West Allington Bridport Dorset DT6 5BN

Local Stores

Beaminster
23 The Square
Beaminster
Dorset
DT8 3AU
01308 862226
shop.4815@coop.co.uk
Store Website
2.65 miles

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SPAR Beaminster
39-41 Clay Lane
Beaminster
DT8 3BX
01308 863353
Store Website
2.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Haydon Veterinary Centre
Gore Cross Veterinary Clinic Corbin Way Bridport Dorset DT6 3UX 01308 456808 haydon@haydonvets.com Website 2.50 miles
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Bredy Veterinary Centre
Sea Road North Bridport Dorset DT6 4RR 01308 456 771 bredyvets@bredyvets.co.uk Website 3.05 miles
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Veterinary Surgeon on call 24 hours a day. 01308 456771
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Veterinary Surgeon on call 24 hours a day. 01308 456771
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Veterinary Surgeon on call 24 hours a day. 01308 456771
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Veterinary Surgeon on call 24 hours a day. 01308 456771
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Veterinary Surgeon on call 24 hours a day. 01308 456771
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Veterinary Surgeon on call 24 hours a day. 01308 456771
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Veterinary Surgeon on call 24 hours a day. 01308 456771

Medivet Beaminster (Girling &Amp; Bowditch Vet Surgeons Beaminster)
Honeysuckle Veterinary Surgery Tunnel Road Beaminster Dorset DT8 3HB 01308 862 312 beaminster@medivet.co.uk Website 3.05 miles
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Milton Equine Veterinary Clinic
Matravers Stables Uploders Bridport Dorset DT6 4PH 01308 814433 mail@miltonequine.co.uk Website 4.70 miles

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Synergy Farm Health Ltd
The Transmission Hall Rampisham Business Centre Rampisham Down Maiden Newton Dorset DT2 0HS 01935 83682 office@synergyfarmhealth.com Website 6.18 miles
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Kingfisher Veterinary Practice Crewkerne
Tower Hill Road Crewkerne Somerset TA18 8EQ 01460 72443 office@kingfishervets.co.uk Website 7.22 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Langdon Hill
A Circular Woodland Walk With Spectacular Views And Wildlife. DT6 6JW 3.79 miles From Bridport Drive Through Chideock Village On The A35, At The Top Of The Hill Take The Next Left Into The Lane.

Langdon Hill / Woods
A Great Circular Walk With Some Gentle Inclines And Stunning Views. Generally A Mud-Free(Ish) Walk. Also Gateway To The Highest Point On The South Coast - Golden Cap. A Definite 'Must Walk' As It Is Breathtaking Up There. Keep Dogs On Leads At The Top Of The Cliff As There Have Been A Few Canine Deaths Where The Dog Has Chased A Seagull Over The Edge. :( Langdon Ln Lancashire 4.02 miles From Bridport Head Up The A35 Towards Lyme Regis. As Soon As You Leave Village Of Chideock You Start To Climb Hill (Dual Carriageway Section). Stay In Left Hand Lane When You Reach The Top, Turn Left Before The Layby. Left Again And Along Badly Maintained Lane. At The End (A Few Hundred Yards) Turn Right And That Leads Straight Into The Car Park. Watch The Speed Humps They Are Vicious!

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West Bay To Charmouth
Follow The Coast Path To Charmouth (About 14Km). The Route Is Very Hilly And Takes You Up Golden Cap, The Highest Point On The South Coast. There Are A Number To Points Where The Path Dips Down To A Small Settlement Where You Can Gain Refreshments, Finish The Walk Or Treat It As A Position To Turn Back From. The Chapel On The Beach W Bay Rd West Bay Bridport DT6 4EN 4.76 miles Start From West Bay (What3words: ///Officials.Bunkers.Commander), Where There Is Pay And Display Parking And Plenty Of Cafes To Top-Up The Caffeine Before Setting Out.

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Frogmary Green Farm
Small Walk In Fields And Around A Lake, Area To Picnic, Cafe And Other Facilities. West Street Lancashire 11.63 miles Plenty Of Parking

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Ham Hill Country Park
77 Ham Hill Rd Stoke-Sub-Hamdon Lancashire TA14 6RW 11.71 miles Signposted From Stoke Sub Hamdon

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Ham Hill Country Park
This Is A Well Known Dog Walking Area With The Locals!It Has A Number Of Different Fenced Off Fields For Friendly Dogs To Roam Freely! The Local Pub Is Also Do Friendly With Great Staff. Parking Can Be An Issue As Its So Popular But There Are Many Parking Areas Tucked Along Ham Hill Road! Persevere As You Will Enjoy This Easy Walk With So Many Friendly People And A Vast Array Of Dogs Walked In The Country Park! 77 Ham Hill Rd Stoke-Sub-Hamdon Lancashire TA14 6RW 11.87 miles

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Weather Forecast

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