Bugdens Meadows
Verwood, Dorset
Species-rich meadows at the heart of Verwood in the east of the county.
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Kilwood
Wareham, Dorset
Ancient and regenerating woodland over former clay mining, dating back to Roman times
King's Lane Orchard
Powerstock
Remnant of the old cider apple orchards which formerly surrounded Powerstock village.
Kingcombe Visitor Centre
Dorchester , Dorset
Set amidst winding country lanes, delightful rivers and superb, unspoilt countryside, Kingcombe Visitor Centre is a place to relax and be inspired. Spend some time exploring our wildlife-friendly…
Loscombe
Dorset
A hidden, steep sided valley bounded by river and hedgerow.
Sopley Common
Christchurch, Dorset
An internationally important heathland with dry and wet heath, bog pools and woodland supporting many rare and threatened wildlife
Tadnoll & Winfrith Heath
Dorchester, Dorset
An internationally important lowland heath with wetland habitat supporting many species.
Tout Quarries
Portland, Dorset
Stone sculptures and scarce wildlife make this former quarry an interesting and unusual site to visit.
Troublefield
Hurn, Dorset
A mixture of meadows and woodland with a range of interesting water loving plants