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Home to everything from an island, ancient coasts and hidden gems to a castle and a house inspired by an Italian palace.
Outdoor activities in Dorset
Get active this autumn with outdoor activities at a National Trust place near you in Dorset. There's plenty of places to exercise and embrace the crisp, fresh, air this season.
A flavour of some of the outdoor activities in Dorset
Discover all the best activities near you in Dorset including cycling, horse riding and running.
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Outdoor activities at Studland Bay
There are endless opportunities for adventure at Studland Bay, Dorset, where you can explore the water in kayaks, the beach on horseback and the nearby countryside on bikes.
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Outdoor activities at Ringstead Bay
The beach, coast path and unspoilt countryside makes Ringstead Bay an ideal place to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities.
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Learning at Fontmell Down: The Forest School
The Forest School at Fontmell Down is a private woodland hired out exclusively for the use of schools and community groups. Find out more about the learning experience on offer.
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Wildlife watching on Brownsea Island
Take a walk on Brownsea Island, Dorset, and encounter a variety of birds and other wildlife that calls this island sanctuary in Poole Harbour, home.
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Outdoor activities at Golden Cap
From bracing walks with breathtaking views to angling and geocaching, there's lots to do around the Golden Cap estate.
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The woodland trail at Kingston Lacy
Discover the woodland, resident wildlife and historic carriage drive of the Kingston Lacy estate with this circular trail for walkers and cyclists.
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