Welcome to Higher Totnell

Higher Totnell is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. The village is situated on the outskirts of the town of Sherborne and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque views and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for tourists looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the main attractions in Higher Totnell is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a beautiful example of medieval architecture and is known for its stunning stained glass windows. Visitors can also explore the churchyard, which is home to a number of historic graves and monuments.

Another popular attraction in Higher Totnell is the nearby Sherborne Castle. The castle is a magnificent 16th-century building that has been home to the Digby family for over 400 years. Visitors can explore the castle's beautiful gardens, which are home to a variety of rare plants and flowers. The castle also hosts a number of events throughout the year, including concerts, exhibitions, and fairs.

Local Schools

School	Details
St Nicholas And St Laurence Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Wayne Roberts	Broadwey Weymouth Dorset DT3 5DQ 1305812534 School Website
Wey Valley Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Thomas Neill	436 Dorchester Road Weymouth Dorset DT3 5AN 1305817000 School Website
Wyvern Academy Academy Special Converter Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mr Katherine Seymour	Dorchester Road Weymouth Dorset DT3 5AL 01305817917 School Website
Radipole Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ben Barker	Radipole Lane Weymouth Dorset DT3 5HS 01305783353 School Website
Southill Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Paul Mason	Sycamore Road Southill Weymouth Dorset DT4 9UF 01305773144 School Website
Bincombe Valley Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Leif Pallister	Culliford Way Littlemoor Weymouth Dorset DT3 6AW 01305832329 School Website
Chickerell Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Jody Harris	Rashley Road Chickerell Weymouth Dorset DT3 4AT 01305783876 School Website
St John's Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Amanda Aze	Coombe Avenue Weymouth Dorset DT4 7TP 1305785711 School Website
Weymouth College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Miss Julia Howe	Cranford Avenue Weymouth Dorset DT4 7LQ 1305761100 School Website
Arbour House School Other Independent Special School Ages:6-18 Head Teacher Ms Julie Perks	15-17 Glendinning Avenue Weymouth Dorset DT4 7QF 1305781400

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Upwey Littlemoor Road, Upwey, Dorset, DT3 5RB 0.88 Miles

Weymouth King Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BN 2.51 Miles

Weymouth Quay Weymouth Harbour, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BN 2.51 Miles

Dorchester West Damers Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2LB 4.85 Miles

Dorchester South Station Approach, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1QX 4.88 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Airports Anywhere 01305 812351 Tyneham Littlemoor Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5PA 0.83 Miles
Class Act Cars 01305 816117 36 Meadow View Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5PB 0.97 Miles
Aas Taxi Airports 07528 749571 75 Radipole La, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9RS 1.39 Miles
Airports Anywhere Anytime 01305 770492 10 Woodland Way, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 4GB 1.53 Miles
Columbus Cars 01305 784444 10 The Rise, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0TD 1.69 Miles
Galaxy Courtesy Cars Ltd 01305 774776 34 Cumberland Drive, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9ST 2.10 Miles
Airports Anywhere Anytime 01305 770492 18 Kirtleton Ave, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7PT 2.20 Miles
Unicorn Courtesy Cars 01305 761166 60 Cobham Dr, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0SU 2.23 Miles
Weycabs 01305 707070 16 St. Johns Court/William Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7JW 2.42 Miles
Weyline Taxis 01305 777777 4 Queen Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7HZ 2.50 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Littlemoor Health Centre	Louviers Rd Weymouth Dorset DT3 6SA
The Dorchester Rd Surgery 01305 766472	The Dorchester Rd Surgery 179 Dorchester Road Weymouth Dorset DT4 7LE
West Cluster Iagps 01305 760022	Weymouth Community Hosp 3 Melcombe Avenue Weymouth Dorset DT4 7TB
Urgent Care Centre	Weymouth Community Hospital 3 Melcombe Avenue Weymouth Dorset DT4 7TB
Weymouth Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Weymouth Community Hospital 3 Melcombe Avenue Weymouth DT4 7TB

Local Stores

Charlestown - Weymouth
Chickerell Road
Weymouth
Dorset
DT4 9TP
01305 775815
Store Website
2.30 miles

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SPAR Preston Road
201 Preston Road
Weymouth
DT3 6BG
01305 832035
Store Website
2.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Castle Veterinary Clinic
624 Dorchester Road Weymouth Dorset DT3 5LH 01305 813303 Website 0.93 miles
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Medivet Littlemoor
205 Littlemoor Road Weymouth Dorset DT3 6AF 01305 834520 littlemoor@medivet.co.uk Website 1.61 miles
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Medivet Weymouth
223 Dorchester Road Weymouth Dorset DT3 5EQ 01305 776686 weymouth@medivet.co.uk Website 1.63 miles
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Dave Cumber Vets
Unit D1 Link Park Chickerell Link Road Weymouth Dorset DT3 4FL 01305 784197 info@davecumbervets.co.uk Website 2.13 miles
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Weymouth Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Jubilee Retail Park Jubilee Close Weymouth Dorset DT4 7BG 01305 767 673 2.33 miles


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Dorchester Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Weymouth Avenue Retail Park Weymouth Avenue Dorchester Dorset DT1 2RY 01305 268 794 dorchester@vets4pets.com 4.37 miles


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Local Dog Walks

Weymouth To Portland Rodwell Trail
1 Barrack Rd Weymouth Lancashire DT4 8UF 3.20 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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Hardy Monument Dorset
This 7Km Route Includes Heathland, Woods And Farmland. It Is Hilly, But With Plenty Of Views Across The Dorset Countryside. Dorchester 3.92 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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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 11.64 miles

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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 12.31 miles Postcode Dt2 7Jd. Approximately 3 Miles West Of Bere Regis; About Five Minutes' Drive From The A35.

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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 12.90 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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Langdon Hill
A Circular Woodland Walk With Spectacular Views And Wildlife. DT6 6JW 16.02 miles From Bridport Drive Through Chideock Village On The A35, At The Top Of The Hill Take The Next Left Into The Lane.

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