Welcome to Holnest

Holnest is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. The village is situated in the Blackmore Vale, which is known for its beautiful countryside and rolling hills. Holnest is a peaceful and quiet village, with a population of around 200 people. The village is surrounded by farmland and fields, which provide a picturesque backdrop to the village.

One of the main attractions of Holnest is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a beautiful example of medieval architecture, with its impressive tower and stained glass windows. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another attraction in Holnest is the Holnest Country Fayre, which takes place every year in August. The fayre is a celebration of rural life and includes a range of activities such as sheepdog trials, vintage tractor displays, and craft stalls.

Holnest is also located close to a number of other attractions in Dorset. The village is just a short drive from the historic town of Sherborne, which is home to a number of interesting buildings and landmarks, including Sherborne Castle and the Sherborne Abbey. The village is also close to the Jurassic Coast, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its stunning coastline and fossil-rich cliffs. Overall, Holnest is a charming and peaceful village that is well worth a visit for anyone looking to explore the beautiful county of Dorset.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 6.1°C

Feels Like: 5.2°C

Wind: 3.4 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Leweston School Other Independent School Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mrs John Paget-Tomlinson	Sherborne Dorset DT9 6EN 01963210691 School Website
All Saints Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nigel Roberts	Bishops Caundle Sherborne Dorset DT9 5NQ 0 196323450 School Website
Buckland Newton Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Phillip Sales	Buckland Newton Dorchester Dorset DT2 7BY 1300345393 School Website
Thornford Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Neela Brooking	Boot Lane Thornford Sherborne Dorset DT9 6QY 1935872706 School Website
St Andrew's Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Simpson	Stonyacres Yetminster Sherborne Dorset DT9 6LS 1935872430 School Website
Sherborne Abbey Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ann-Marie Kampf	Lenthay Road Sherborne Dorset DT9 6AQ 1935812318 School Website
Sherborne School Other Independent School Ages:13-18 Head Teacher Dominic Luckett	Abbey Road Sherborne Dorset DT9 3AP 01935812249 School Website
Sherborne Preparatory School Other Independent School Ages:3-14 Head Teacher Mr Annie Gent	Acreman Street Sherborne Dorset DT9 3NY 01935812097 School Website
Sherborne School For Girls Other Independent School Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mrs Ruth Sullivan	Bradford Road Sherborne Dorset DT9 3QN 01935812245 School Website
Sherborne Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Ian Bartle	Harbour Way Sherborne Dorset DT9 4AJ 1935812619 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Chetnole Stockwood Road, Chetnole, Dorset, DT9 6EP 1.55 Miles

Thornford Thornford Road, Thornford, Dorset, DT9 6PT 3.85 Miles

Yetminster Chapel Lane, Yetminster, Dorset, DT9 6LH 3.85 Miles

Sherborne South Street, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3NB 4.29 Miles

Yeovil Junction Off Newton Road, Stoford, Somerset, BA22 9UU 6.14 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Beaver Cabs Ltd 01935 816620 Sherborne Railway Station, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3NB 4.24 Miles
A-2-B Distance Travel 01935 816263 51 Clanfield, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 6BE 4.41 Miles
H And H Cars Ltd 01935 345001 2 The Green, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3HX 4.71 Miles
H And H Cars 01935 817766 2 The Green, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3HX 4.71 Miles
Economy Cabs 01935 817817 5 Barton Gardens, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 4BE 4.87 Miles
Hounslow Taxis Sherborne 01935 814750 12 St Aldhelms Road, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 4EB 5.22 Miles
Hounslow Hire 01935 814750 12 St Aldhelms Rd, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 4EB 5.22 Miles
Blakes Taxis Of Stalbridge 01963 362303 20 Pond Walk, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 2PY 6.85 Miles
Abbey Cabs Yeovil 01935 411666 6 Buckland Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 5EA 6.89 Miles
A1 Cabs 01935 433333 6 Buckland Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 5EA 6.89 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Dt9 Holnest Lodge Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Dt9 Totnell Corner Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Dt9 Leigh Garage Leigh Garage Po Collection Today available until:10:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Dt2 Lyons Gate Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt9 Folke Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Dt9 New Cross Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Yetminster Medical Centre 01935 872530	The Surgery Church Street Yetminster Sherborne DT9 6LG
The Apples Medical Centre 01935 812633	The Apples Medical Centre East Mill Lane Sherborne Dorset DT9 3DG
Sherborne School Health Centre	26 Acreman Street Sherborne Dorset DT9 3NX
The Grove Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Grove Medical Centre Wootton Grove Sherborne Dorset DT9 4DL
The Grove Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	Grove Medical Centre Wootton Grove Sherborne Dorset DT9 4DL

Local Stores

Sherborne
Westbridge Park
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 6AW
01935 815567
Store Website
4.50 miles

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SPAR Yetminister
2 Sunnyside Court
High Street
Yetminster
Sherborne
DT9 6LF
01935 873644
Store Website
4.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Holnest Park Equine Limited
Green Lane Farm Glanvilles Wootton Sherborne Dorset DT9 5PY 07930 150269 paul-legerton@tiscali.co.uk Website 0.64 miles

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Wellpets
The Exchange High Street Yetminster Sherborne Dorset DT9 6LF 01935 873432 admin.yetminster@wellpets.co.uk Website 4.08 miles

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Swan House Animal Hospital
Swan House Lower Acreman Street Sherborne Dorset DT9 3EX 01935 816228 swanhouse@newtonclarkepartnership.co.uk Website 4.42 miles
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Kingston Veterinary Group
Kingston House Long Street Sherborne Dorset DT9 3DB 01935 813288 sherborne@kingstonvets.co.uk Website 4.53 miles
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Sclater Equine Ltd.
Frith Old Farmhouse Stalbridge Sturminster Newton Dorset DT10 2SD 01963 251 772 info@sclaterequine.co.uk Website 5.81 miles
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Southill Vets Ltd
1-2 North Street Milborne Port Sherborne Dorset DT9 5EP 01963 250255 enquiries@southillvets.co.uk 5.91 miles

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Local Dog Walks

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 4.90 miles

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River Yeo
Point To Point Walk. Can Be Busy But A Lovely Little Walk To Pass An Hour Along Parts Of The River Which Your Dogs Can Go In If They Like. 40 Nelson Way Yeovil Lancashire BA21 5DZ 6.95 miles

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Ninesprings Yeovil Country Park
Great All-Rounder Of A Walk, There Is A Play Park Area For The Kids, Ducks To Feed, And Plenty Of Things To Sniff! If Your Brave Head Up The Hill Side, Into The Wooded Area, Much More Interesting Place To Explore. Great Place To Socialise Your Four-Legged Friend Too, There Is Always Other Dogs Of All Shapes An Sizes! 1 Church St Yeovil Lancashire BA20 1HE 7.53 miles

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Ham Hill Country Park
77 Ham Hill Rd Stoke-Sub-Hamdon Lancashire TA14 6RW 12.02 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 12.09 miles

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Ham Hill Country Park Somerset
A Great Place For Walking Dogs With Great Views Over South Somerset, Lots Of Poo Bins ??. The Prince Of Wales Pub Welcomes Walkers And Dogs, The Food And Drinks Are Great Including Dog Biscuits ?? Ham Hill Stoke-Sub-Hamdon Lancashire TA14 6RW 12.22 miles

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Weather Forecast

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