From Romans to rope making! Come and discover Bridport’s unique history from Saxon times to the present day including the world famous rope and net...

Bridport Arts Centre is home to a large collection of pieces that have been collected from across the region, many of which were put together...

Crewkerne Museum and Heritage Centre is dedicated to the preservation of the history of this area and making sure that all of the information is...

This heritage centre celebrates the rich culture of this coastal area of the country. People have lived in this area for many thousands of...

It is a surprise to find in an old-world village this museum of modern media. It sprang from the keepsakes hoarded by Dennis Greenham who...

The pub name gives away the history of the village, which was dominated for centuries by the owners of Montacute House. The building is late...

This outstanding Elizabethan house was built for Sir Edward Phelips, who was Speaker of the House of Commons. It retains many Elizabethan features, including decorative...

Devon offers some of the most beautiful rural areas anywhere in the country. This museum is dedicated to the fascinating history of rural life...

Dolphin House Gallery holds an exceptional collection of paintings and sculptures that have been produced by a series of well known artists and lesser known...

The National Trust acquired this beautiful medieval house in 1971, and since that time it has been restored to its former glory. The property...

Lyme Regis Museum is one of the central cultural focal points in this community. It contains a vast collection of pieces that have been...

This tranquil oasis of secluded lawns, small pools and beautiful borders has been in the hands of the National Trust since 1953, and is an...

This 17th Century thatched Baptist meeting house was acquired by the National Trust in 1969, and offers an interesting insight into the history of religious...

Go wild with Cricket St. Thomas - home of one of Britain’s leading centres for wildlife conservation and education, which offers visitors the opportunity to...

An 18th century valley garden with a mild climate that allows exotic species of palm, bannana, bamboo and canna to thrive outside. In spring there...

This medieval manor house was acquired by the National Trust in 1959, and is one of the most important buildings of its age in the...

These enchanting gardens influenced by Gertrude Jekyll, are laid out in a series of walled rooms including the White, Iris, Rose and Lilly Gardens. There...

Ferne Animal Sanctuary is just off the A30 and provides refuge for unwanted animals. It is a retirement home for approximately 300 animals varying...

Ilchester Museum is a central cultural and heritage point in this community, and contains a wealth of interesting pieces that have been collected over a...

This beautiful and ancient piece of architecture stands in the heart of the Somerset countryside and provides a fascinating visitor attraction. The ruins of...

Situated alongside an operational air station, the Fleet Air Arm Museum is one of the ‘must see’ attractions when in the Southwest, housing the largest...

This extensive museum is housed over four floors, representing the honour and traditions of several regiments, including the Devonshire and Dorset and the Yeomanry of...

Experience 200 years of gruesome crime and punishment in a setting little changed over the years and is most famous for the trial of the...

Experience the magnificence and wonder of the world’s greatest discovery of ancient treasure. Be there at the discovery, explore the ante-chamber and the burial chamber...

Dorset County Museum celebrates the rich and diverse history of the southern English county, and has its home in one of the prettiest and most...

The Teddy Bear Museum is a popular attraction with all ages, as after all, everyone at some point in their life has owned a Teddy...

This gallery shows a variety of works by the well-known artist Thelma Hulbert, as well as exhibiting temporary art and crafts exhibits by other local...

The only museum on mainland Britain dedicated to dinosaurs, the award-winning Dinosaur Museum is a treat, especially for children. The museum combines life-sized reconstructions of...

Acquired by the National Trust in 1949, this manor house and grounds is located in the depths of rural Somerset. The Tudor great hall...

Enjoy a ride through the beautiful Axe Valley between Seaton and Colyton on Devon’s unique narrow-gauge Seaton Tramway. Purpose built and restored tramcars give...

Along with the town’s two castles, Sherborne Abbey is one of the main attractions to the historic market town of Sherborne. It is a magnificent...

Few English schools can claim a more impressive history than Sherborne. Edward VI founded it in 1550, but it replaced a monastic school and made...

This gallery is open to the public all year around and offers a beautiful environment in which the public can enjoy some of the newest...

In the heart of Sherborne, tucked inside the Abbey Gate, is this Victorian mock-Tudor building. It was turned into a museum for the town in...

The Museum of Seaton is housed within the historic town hall building at the very heart of this beautiful little Devon community. It contains...

Located in Dorchester, Max Gate is the former home of world-famous author Thomas Hardy who lived at the property from 1885 until his death in...

This beautiful cottage in the stunning Dorset countryside was the home of Thomas Hardy until he was thirty-four years of age. It is the...

Kingston Maurward House was built in 1720 with the gardens being laid out in the style of popularised by Capability Brown; they consist of a...

Stembridge Tower Mill is owned by the National Trust and has a history that dates back to 1822. The mill remained in use, and...

Athelhampton is one of the finest 15th century manor houses and is surrounded by one of the great architectural gardens of England. The house contains...