Verwood is situated some 15 miles north of Bournemouth on the River Crane. Set in heathland in the beautiful English county of Dorset, Verwood did not exist as a village until the mid nineteenth century. However, the area itself has been inhabited since medieval times. Early settlers were mainly potters, all loosely scattered around the heath. They constructed simple housing and work buildings and moved on when the clay was worked out in that spot. Since these early beginnings the area, which is close to the New Forest, has continued to grow in popularity. Brick making and pottery were responsible for the growth of the area and its separation from Cranborne. The coming of the railway in 1866 helped to bring the new industries into the village. The railway was finally closed in 1964. Pubs in the village include The Albion, the Fayrewood, The Monmouth Ash and The Three Swans. Other venues in Verwood include The Hub, a community facility housing a 300 seat theatre, a 100 seat hall. The Hub also has several other smaller rooms which are used for films, concerts plays and are available for hire by outside organisations. The Hub has a Bistro serving drinks and meals. This Bistro area is also used for art displays and exhibitions.
Attraction
Dentist
Lakes Dental Practice
Mrs J J Thomasson
Doctor
Dr Sandy & Partners
Lake Road Surgery
Estate Agent
Fry's Estate Agents
Goadsby & Harding
Irving & Sons
Iseard & Partners
Farmers Market
Golf Club
Pub and Bar
Albion Inn
Fayrewood
Monmouth Ash
Three Swans
Solicitor
Harold G Walker & Co
Truman-Moore
Taxi
Vet
Sports Clubs
Verwood RUFC (Rugby Union)
Shops
Belinda's Bakery
Andrews Butchers
Pick-A-Lily
Flower Corner
The Gift Box
JC's Wine
Gourmet Classic Ltd
Places to Stay near Verwood
Wheelers Cottage (2.52 miles)
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White Wing at Compasses Inn Cottages (3.90 miles)
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Dudsbury Golf Club (4.07 miles)
St Leonards Hotel (4.13 miles)
Original White Hart (4.32 miles)
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Augustus John (4.38 miles)
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Horton Inn (4.43 miles)
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Moortown Lodge Hotel (5.10 miles)
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