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Buckland Newton is a village in North Dorset. Situated between Sherborne to the north and the county town of Dorchester to the south, it lies in beautiful countryside under the scarp of the Dorset Downs.
The village is situated at the head of the vale of Blackmoor and commands some fine and extensive woodland scenery. The church of the Holy Rood is a Gothic structure, with an embattled tower, five bells, and a short lead-covered spire.
Buckland Newton is a timeless place which has known Roman and Saxon habitation. Saxon law was administered by the King and approved by the Witan. Bocland being land given under charter by the King, distinct from folkland occupied by right of common law. As the village grew, it became known as Niweton and Bocland, 'The new town and land held under charter'.
Those who love the writings of William Barnes will tarry awhile at a tablet in memory of Thomas Barnes, who died eight years after Shakespeare. He was a wealthy ancestor of William, who was born of a more humble farming family but who made the vale of Blackmoor famous by his poetry. In 1937 Buckland Newton was chosen by the BBC as a typical Dorset village.
Cottage
Domineys Cottages
Welcome Cottages
Orchard View
Pub and Bar
School
Buckland Newton C of E Primary School
Self-Catering
Shops
The Genesis Farmers Ltd
Top Drawer
Places to Stay near Buckland Newton
Domineys Cottages (0.12 miles)
Each cottage is decorated, furnished & equipped to a very high standard. Immaculately maintained, with central heating, double glazing and fitted carpets. There is a woodburner, television and DVD in each living room. Each has a bath with ... more | visit website
Chapel House (0.61 miles)
Malcolm Scholes welcomes visitors to the casual and informal atmosphere of Chapel House, where guests can unwind and enjoy the comforts of this converted chapel, read a book or relax ... more | visit website
White Horse Farm (1.87 miles)
We have four self-catering barn conversion cottages, a 4 star converted 3 bed farmhouse annexe and a luxury Wessex built 3 bed log cabin. The cottages and farmhouse annexe are surrounded by 2 acres of gardens ... more | visit website
Brace of Pheasants (2.45 miles)
Carol and Phil Bennett welcome you to our 16th century thatched inn located in the heart of Hardy's Dorset. We have converted the old skittle alley and function room into ... more
The New Inn (2.84 miles)
Poachers Inn (3.19 miles)
Beautifully positioned in the little village of Piddletrenthide near Dorchester, The Poachers Inn has something for everyone. From the minute you walk through the door you can experience the traditional yet modern bar and restaurant ... more | visit website
The Fox Inn (4.91 miles)
Deep in the beautiful Dorset countryside, this inn offers excellent accommodation, food, and service in peaceful surroundings. The Fox Inn is perfect for walking tours and ideally placed to explore the ... more
George Albert Hotel (5.14 miles)
Field Farmhouse (5.26 miles)
Karen & Kevin Phillips welcome you to Field Farmhouse, where we pride ourselves on first class ensuite accommodation, food and friendly service and all set in the peaceful and picturesque Cerne Valley, ... more | visit website
The Rose and Crown (5.37 miles)
The Rose and Crown is situated in the beautiful country village of Longburton. It is a lovely thatched pub with lots of charater. The Pub and Restaurant (open from 12-3 ... more
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