Welcome to Cashmoor

Cashmoor is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. It is situated in the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it a popular destination for tourists who are looking to explore the stunning countryside of Dorset. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and dense forests, providing visitors with plenty of opportunities for hiking, cycling, and other outdoor activities.

Despite its small size, Cashmoor has a rich history that dates back to the Roman era. The village was once an important center for the wool trade, and many of its historic buildings and landmarks still stand today. One of the most notable attractions in Cashmoor is the St. Rumbold's Church, which dates back to the 12th century and features stunning stained glass windows and intricate stone carvings. Other popular landmarks in the village include the Cashmoor Inn, a traditional English pub that serves delicious food and drinks, and the Cashmoor Stone Circle, a mysterious prehistoric monument that has fascinated visitors for centuries.

Overall, Cashmoor is a charming and picturesque village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of Dorset. Whether you're looking to explore the countryside, learn about the area's fascinating past, or simply relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings, Cashmoor is the perfect destination for a memorable vacation. With its friendly locals, welcoming atmosphere, and stunning scenery, it's no wonder that so many people choose to visit this hidden gem in the heart of Dorset.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 6.2°C

Feels Like: 2.7°C

Wind: 11.6 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Sixpenny Handley First School Academy Converter Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Rachael Musselwhite	Sixpenny Handley Salisbury Dorset SP5 5NJ 01725552356 School Website
Sandroyd School Other Independent School Ages:2-13 Head Teacher Mr Alastair Speers	Rushmore House Tollard Royal Salisbury Wiltshire SP5 5QD 1725516264
Wimborne St Giles Church Of England First School And Nursery Academy Converter Ages:2-9 Head Teacher Mrs Philippa Hill	Wimborne St Giles Wimborne Dorset BH21 5LX 1725517347 School Website
Witchampton Church Of England First School Academy Converter Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Hancock	Witchampton Wimborne Minster Dorset BH21 5AP 01258840684 School Website
Downlands Community School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr James Rielly	Blandford Camp Blandford Forum Dorset DT11 8BG 01258453348 School Website
Cranborne Church Of England First School Academy Converter Ages:2-9 Head Teacher Mrs Annette Faithfull	Water Street Cranborne Wimborne Dorset BH21 5QB 1725517439 School Website
Cranborne Middle School Community School Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mr Richard Stevens	Cranborne Wimborne Minster Dorset BH21 5RP 01725517348 School Website
Pimperne Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Fiona Waller	Newfield Road Pimperne Blandford Forum Dorset DT11 8WF 01258452025 School Website
Aurora Boveridge College Special Post 16 Institution Ages:16-25 Head Teacher Mr Lloyd Richards	Cranborne Wimborne Dorset BH21 5RU 1725551247 School Website
The Beeches School Other Independent Special School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Adele Henson	Aurora Boveridge College Cranborne Wimborne Dorset BH21 5RT 1725551247 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Tisbury Station Road, Tisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 6JT 9.73 Miles

Gillingham (Dorset) Station Yard, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4PZ 12.93 Miles

Hamworthy Junction Road, Hamworthy, Dorset, BH16 5AA 13.62 Miles

Poole Serpentine Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2BQ 14.25 Miles

Salisbury South Western Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7RS 14.27 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
M And J Taxis 01725 516334 Glebe Farm, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 8DD 1.21 Miles
Hawthorns Taxis 07751 638723 Fernleigh, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 5RP 2.21 Miles
Advantage Cars 01202 377525 The Square, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 5PR 4.91 Miles
Oakwood Taxis 01258 455555 West Lodge, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7ST 5.96 Miles
Abell Cars 01258 450260 13 Wilson Pk, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7PT 6.68 Miles
Hilliard Cars 01258 454415 40 Downside Close, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7SD 6.68 Miles
Riverside Taxis 01258 453553 52 Eastleaze Rd, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7UN 6.81 Miles
Kens Kabs 01258 456136 27 King's Rd, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7LD 6.83 Miles
Andy's Taxis 01258 480089 57 Hod View, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 8TN 7.53 Miles
Sunset Cars 01202 848483 540, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 4ED 8.02 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Dt11 Cashmore Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodcutts Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thornydown Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt11 Farnham Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt11 Chettle Weekday Last Collection:15:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bh21 Gussage St Michael Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt11 Farnham Newton Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Long Crichel Bakery Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Deanend Chase Crescent Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bh21 Gussage All Saints (Was 109) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sheasby Close Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Handley Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:45
Bh21 Amen Corner Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Deanland Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt11 Tarrant Hinton Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Sixpenny Handley Surgery 01725 552500	The Surgery, Dean Lane Sixpenny Handley Salisbury Wiltshire SP5 5PA
The Cranborne Practice 01725 517272	The Surgery Pennys Lane, Cranborne Wimborne Dorset BH21 5QE
Blandford Medical Centre	Blandford Medical Centre Blandford Blandford Forum Dorset DT11 8RH
The Blandford Group Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Blandford Group Practice Whitecliff Mill Street Blandford Forum DT11 7BH
The Blandford Group Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Blandford Group Practice Whitecliff Mill Street Blandford Forum DT11 7BH

Local Stores

Blandford - Salisbury Road
Unit 2, Salisbury Road
Blandford Forum
Dorset
DT11 7QG
01258 451384
Store Website
7.14 miles

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SPAR Blandford
SPAR
21 The Market Place
Blandford
Forum
DT11 7AF
01258 480840
Store Website
7.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Equine Dental Clinic Ltd
Glebe Farm Parsonage Lane Wimborne St Giles Dorset BH21 5NR 01258 841191 reception@equinedentalclinic.co.uk Website 3.80 miles

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Pilgrims Veterinary Practice
5-7 Castle Street Cranborne Dorset BH21 5PZ 01725 551119 enquiries@pilgrimsvets.org.uk Website 5.04 miles
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The Equine Dental Clinic Ltd
Old Barn Cottage Witchampton Wimborne Dorset BH21 5BX 01258 841 191 edc.acc.contact@gmail.com Website 5.23 miles

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Pinpoint Veterinary Care
Cob Barn Holwell Barns Cranborne Winborne Dorset BH21 5QP 01725 486 003 info@pinpointvetcare.com Website 5.72 miles
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Friars Moor Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Unit 27 Sunrise Business Park Blandford Forum Dorset DT11 8ST 01258 472 160 admin@friarsmoorvets.co.uk Website 6.23 miles
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Lynwood Vets
19 Station Road Verwood Dorset BH31 7PY 01202 826956 vets@lynwoodvets.co.uk Website 7.33 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Martin Downs Nature Reserve
Easy Walk Across The Martine Downs Nature Reserve. Plenty Of Walk Options And Historic Sights To See. There Is A Map In The Car Park To Find A Route. Martin Down Nature Reserve Lancashire 5.44 miles

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River Avon Somerley Hampshire
This 5.5 Mile Route Takes You Across The Somerley Estate Nature Reserve Along A Beautiful Stretch Of The River Avon, Through Woodland And Back Down The Valley To To Retrace The Stretch Along The River. There Are Opportunities To Shorten Or Lengthen The Route To Suite Your Needs. The Bridge Ringwood Lancashire BH24 3PP 11.07 miles On The A338 Take The Turning Over Ibsley Bridge (Grid Ref Su 149 096) And Park On The Gravel Lay-By Just Over The Bridge.

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Breamore
This 5.5 Mile (8Km) Walk Starts From The Breamore House Tea Room Entrance, Takes You Through The Village, Across The Common And Up Through The Breamore Estate To The Medieval Miz-Maze And Breamore House. It Includes Panoramic Views Out Over The Surrounding Farmland And Woodland. Unnamed Road Fordingbridge Lancashire SP6 2DB 11.31 miles Start From Breamore House Tea Rooms

Location what3words regaining.fuel.meaty

Fonthill Lakeside Walk
There Is A Great Network Of Public Footpaths And Bridleways In The Vicinity Of Fonthill Gifford And Fonthill Bishop (See Map Image). Although Entry To The Water Is Actively Discouraged If You Walk To The Dam At The Southern End Of The Lake, Just Beyond It Is A Fabulous Shallow Chalk Stream For Splashing Around In. I Suggest Parking Where The Finger Is Pointing On My Posted Map. Fonthill Is Famous For Its Huge 18Thc Country House, Long Since Demolished After It Part Collapsed! See Link To Find Out More About That. The Only Visible Remains Of The Abbey Are The Huge Arch And Urns At The North Entrance To The Estate, Just Off The B3089 At Fonthill Bishop. Unnamed Road Lancashire 11.53 miles 15 Miles W Of Salisbury, Off B3089 At Fonthill Bishop. There'S A Public Road Through The Estate (You Can Drive Through The Arch!), Heading South Towards Fonthill Gifford And Tisbury. I'Ve Marked The Parking Place On One Of My Uploaded Images.

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Abbotswell To Fritham
Abbots Well Rd Fordingbridge Lancashire SP6 2JD 12.54 miles Abbotswell Car Park Sp6 2Jd; Fritham Car Park So43 7Hj

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Ibsley Plateau New Forest
This Walk Takes You Up Onto Ibsley Common With Its Stunning Views Out Over The Northern New Forest. At The Top Are The Remains Of A World War 2 Tracking Station And Its Air-Raid Shelter. There Are Boards Telling Its Story.The Marked Map Route Is 4.5 Miles, But There Are Numerous Paths At The Top, Allowing The Dog Walker To Pick A Route Of What Ever Length They Feel Up To. Unnamed Road Ringwood Lancashire BH24 3NF 12.56 miles Park At Grid Reference Su 172 088, Cross The Road And Climb The Hill Until You Meet The Main Path.

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-22°C	-22°C	-22.1°C	-22.2°C	-21.2°C	-18.9°C	-15.1°C	-11.8°C	-9.6°C	-10°C	-12.7°C	-14.8°C

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Temp	-9.7°C	-8.7°C	-8°C	-8°C	-6.6°C	-3.5°C	0.8°C	3.9°C	4.4°C	2.7°C	0.5°C	-5.1°C
Feels Like	-15.6°C	-15.1°C	-14.9°C	-15.3°C	-14°C	-10.4°C	-5.1°C	-0.9°C	0.5°C	-0.7°C	-3°C	-9.8°C

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