Welcome to Holywell

Holywell is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. It is situated on the Jurassic Coast, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The village is known for its stunning natural beauty, with its rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and crystal-clear waters. Holywell is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the scenic views and explore the local area.

One of the main attractions in Holywell is the beach, which is a popular spot for swimming, sunbathing, and surfing. The beach is surrounded by cliffs, which provide a stunning backdrop to the crystal-clear waters. There are also several walking trails in the area, which offer breathtaking views of the coastline and the surrounding countryside. Visitors can also explore the nearby caves, which are home to a variety of marine life.

Holywell is also home to several historic landmarks, including the Holywell Bay Fun Park, which is a popular amusement park that offers a range of rides and attractions for visitors of all ages. The village is also home to several traditional pubs and restaurants, where visitors can enjoy a meal or a drink while taking in the stunning views of the coastline. Overall, Holywell is a charming village that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, history, and entertainment, making it a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Dorset.

Local Weather

Sunny

Temp: 7.3°C

Feels Like: 5.9°C

Wind: 4.7 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
Sticklands Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ruth Adler	Summer Lane Evershot Dorchester Dorset DT2 0JP 0 193583287 School Website
Maiden Newton Greenford Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Vanessa Higgins	Chilfrome Lane Maiden Newton Dorchester Dorset DT2 0AX 01300320644 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
Cerne Abbas Church Of England Voluntary Controlled First School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Catherine Cresswell	Duck Street Dorchester Dorset DT2 7LA 01300341319 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
Leweston School Other Independent School Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mrs John Paget-Tomlinson	Sherborne Dorset DT9 6EN 01963210691 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
Barwick And Stoford Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms James Rich	South View Barwick Yeovil Somerset BA22 9TH 01935476736 School Website
St Mary's Church Of England Primary School, Bradford Abbas Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Emma Grunnill	Mill Lane Sherborne Dorset DT9 6RH 1935476515 School Website
East Coker Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Angela Hesketh-Williams	East Coker Yeovil Somerset BA22 9HY 01935862532 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Maiden Newton Station Road, Maiden Newton, Dorset, DT2 0AE 3.98 Miles

Yetminster Chapel Lane, Yetminster, Dorset, DT9 6LH 4.08 Miles

Chetnole Stockwood Road, Chetnole, Dorset, DT9 6EP 5.07 Miles

Thornford Thornford Road, Thornford, Dorset, DT9 6PT 6.17 Miles

Yeovil Junction Off Newton Road, Stoford, Somerset, BA22 9UU 6.27 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Beaminster Taxis 01308 862894 212 Gerrards Green, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3ED 6.85 Miles
Steve's Cabs 01308 861010 73 Flaxfield Road, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3EY 6.86 Miles
Charger Plate Hire 07974 691489 16 Lower Wraxhill Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2JU 6.91 Miles
Budget Cabs 07749 329577 80 Rowan Way, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2NS 7.29 Miles
I J H Executive Cars 01935 827799 54 Plantagenet Chase, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2PR 7.30 Miles
A-2-B Distance Travel 01935 816263 51 Clanfield, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 6BE 7.41 Miles
Dave's Taxi 07532 211270 22 Tunnel Rd, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3BN 7.51 Miles
Airline Taxis 01935 414444 9A South Street, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 1QE 7.52 Miles
Radio Cabs 01935 426666 30A Middle Street, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 1LY 7.54 Miles
Abba Cabs 01935 431711 30A Middle Street, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 1LY 7.54 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Evershot Surgery	Evershot Dorchester Dorset DT2 0JR
Yetminster Medical Centre 01935 872530	The Surgery Church Street Yetminster Sherborne DT9 6LG
Ammonite Health Partnership (Maiden Newton Surgery)	Pound Piece Maiden Newton Dorchester DT2 0DB
Cerne Abbas Surgery 01300 341666	The Cerne Abbas Practice 51 Long St, Cerne Abbas Dorchester Dorset DT2 7JG
Barton House Med Practice 01308 861938	Barton House Med Practice Beaminster Dorset DT8 3EQ

Local Stores

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

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

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Synergy Farm Health Ltd
The Transmission Hall Rampisham Business Centre Rampisham Down Maiden Newton Dorset DT2 0HS 01935 83682 office@synergyfarmhealth.com Website 3.42 miles
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Wellpets
The Exchange High Street Yetminster Sherborne Dorset DT9 6LF 01935 873432 admin.yetminster@wellpets.co.uk Website 4.06 miles

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Holnest Park Equine Limited
Green Lane Farm Glanvilles Wootton Sherborne Dorset DT9 5PY 07930 150269 paul-legerton@tiscali.co.uk Website 5.46 miles

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Fond Farewell Vets
Longlands Southover Frampton Dorchester Dorset DT2 9NQ 01300 320 332 info@fondfarewellvets.co.uk Website 6.07 miles

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Yeovil Vets4pets Ltd
Unit 11, The Peel Centre Babylon Hill Yeovil Somerset BA21 5BT yeovil@vets4pets.com 7.31 miles


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Delaware Veterinary Group
106 Hendford Hill Yeovil Somerset BA20 2RF 01935 474690 office@delawarevets.co.uk Website 7.32 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 4.82 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 7.67 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 8.19 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 10.40 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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Ham Hill Country Park
77 Ham Hill Rd Stoke-Sub-Hamdon Lancashire TA14 6RW 10.49 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 10.61 miles

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Weather Forecast

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