Recreation
Wooden Cabbage's West Dorset location is ideal for those wanting an active time away, as well as those opting for a more leisurely pace. With our local knowledge and connections we can suggest many visits "off the beaten track".
Being in 'a designated area of outstanding natural beauty' there is no shortage of stunning countryside in which to go walking, perhaps taking in Eggardon Hill, near Powerstock, north of Bridport, or Maiden Castle outside Dorchester; and miles of quiet footpaths and bridleways meander right down to the coast, or can take you to one of the local village inns in time for lunch or dinner. Wander through our wild flower meadows.
Painters would be spoilt for choice of subject, whether their interest is in coastal subjects, historic architecture, botany, wildlife, rivers, woodland or landscapes. There are dozens of beautiful views and vistas to inspire creative guests during their stay at Wooden Cabbage.
Country sports including Clay Pigeon Shooting can be enjoyed at Southern Counties Leisure, while Go-Karting is available at the Clay Pigeon Raceway near Maiden Newton, and more adventurous activities at Henley Hillbillies.
Soaking up the architecture and culture of the West Country is a favourite pastime. Visit Forde Abbey, Mapperton House and Gardens, Minterne, Montacute House, Sherborne Abbey, The Cobb at Lyme Regis, Lulworth Castle and Corfe Castle, Athelhampton House and Gardens, St Catherine's Chapel at Abbotsbury.
Gardens of particular interest include Ford Abbey, Mapperton, Minterne, the Subtropical Gardens at Abbotsbury, Athelhampton, Kingston Lacy, Stourhead, and other houses featured in Hudson's Historic Houses and Gardens Guide; as well as many local gardens in the National Gardens Scheme Yellow Book.
The beautiful Jurassic Coast is just 11 miles away, and is well known for its fossils. West Bay has a pretty harbour and stunning sandstone cliffs, with the excellent Riverside Fish Restaurant, or a delicious lunch or snack at the Hive Beach Café. A walk up Golden Cap is not for the faint-hearted, but well worth it!
Meander through the beautiful Marshwood Vale to get to Lyme Regis, to visit The Cobb, enjoy the local harbour and shops, and perhaps lunch at the recently opened 'Hix Oyster and Fish House'.
The market towns of Beaminster, Crewkerne and Bridport are all within 10 miles, as is the thriving harbour town of Weymouth.
Martyn and Susie Lee
