Frampton Millennium Green, situated next to the village hall and fronting the River Frome, was opened in the summer of 2000 and has proved a boon to the village ever since. On a sunny day bring a picnic and watch the ducks as they glide along the tranquil waters.

Events held on the green include an annual village fete and annual tug of war competition across the River Frome.

Close by, just past the Village Hall, is Harry’s Wood for a pretty woodland walk under the shade of the trees.

A great way to get to  Frampton is by bike! With  the new Valley to Market Trail, you can follow the River Frome between Maiden Newton and Dorchester, stopping off at Frampton along the way.

Try out the the new Beryl Bikes hire scheme in Dorchester and Weymouth if you don’t already have a bike.

Nestled above the river in Frampton Park is a newly installed bench offering a peaceful spot to pause and take in sweeping views of the surrounding countryside. Designed with accessibility in mind, it welcomes walkers, cyclists, wheelchair users, and families with buggies.

The bench was inspired by the River Droplet project, a temporary art installation which shone a light on chalk streams in Dorset. It was brought to life through a collaborative effort between local residents, the landowner and funding from Dorset National Landscape Community Access Fund.

Crafted from recycled silage bale plastic, it’s both durable and low-maintenance. Already popular with visitors, the bench will soon feature QR codes linking to the River Droplet project, adding an interactive layer to the experience.