Stay healthy and be happy ...
Blow the cobwebs away and make the most of being outside over the winter season time. It’s a great way to stay healthy, and a great time of year to take a look at the beautiful, Dorset landscape.
It’s been 60 years since almost half of Dorset became an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a ‘natural health service’ for all to enjoy.
This winter we are encouraging everyone to get outside for a breath of fresh air – enjoy the landscape that’s spectacular whatever the weather!
We’ve come up with some great places to go in the wintertime, whether you just need a quick breather or some wide open space to let off steam.
While you are out and about, do take some photos and enter our Landscapes for Life photo competition – we are particularly keen on seeing people out and about enjoying their natural health service.
12 Winter Natural Tonics
Picnics, stroll or a hike, Great views
Black Down and the Hardy Monument
Great views, Jurassic Coast
Golden Cap
The highest point on the south coast and part of the National Trust's Golden Cap estate.
Great for walks, Great views
Eggardon Hill
Great for walks and picnics, History & heritage
Cerne Giant and Cerne Abbas village
Great for a day out
Durlston Country Park
Good chance of seeing deer, Walks, Wildlife
Arne Nature Reserve
Great for history, Good for walking & families
Maiden Castle
History & heritage, History & heritage, Good for walking & families, Dog walkers
Valley of Stones
Great views, Good for walking & families
Pilsdon Pen
Iron age hillfort with panoramic views across the Marshwood Vale
Great views, Good for walking & families, West Dorset
Lambert's Castle
Iron Age hillfort with sweeping views across the Marshwood Vale and out to sea.
Landscapes for Life photography competition
Why not enter our Landscapes for life photography competition with images of your favourite places in our very special landscape. You can win some great prizes and equipment, plus your photo could be featured on next years Dorset magazine calendar.
See more here