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Inspire the imagination

For those with a creative flair or looking to try something new.

Creative experiences

The Acorn Inn is the perfect place to relax, unwind and try something new. The beautiful Dorset countryside has been a creative source for many over the years and there are a number of local workshops and artists to visit and experience.

Skeleton and archaeological tools. Training for dig fossil.Simulated same as real digging

Environmental studies centre

Toller Porcorum, Dorchester DT2 0EQ

Natural history, wildlife, archaeology and art & craft courses run all year at Kingcombe Environmental Studies Centre.

Bookings are essential.

Distance: 3 miles
Journey time: 5 minutes

Tel: +44 (0) 1300 320684

Truffle hunting

Truffle hunting

Secret location near Dorchester

Join The English Truffle Company and their truffle hounds at a location in search of this edible treasure. Their truffle hunting experience days include an introductory talk, a pub lunch, 2 hours of hunting and afternoon tea including a sampling of a truffle dish.

Distance: 20 miles
Journey time: 25 minutes

Tel: + 44 (0) 330 1 330 805

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Colour landsape photograph of carpet of wild Bluebells in flower in ancient hazel and ash coppice with fallen dead wood in foreground. Dorset, UK

Dorset Wildlife Trust

Lorton Lane, Upwey DT3 5QH

The Dorset Wildlife Trust runs a programme of walks, talks, workshops, work parties and other wildlife events. 

Distance: 20 miles
Journey time: 30 minutes

Tel: +44 (0) 1300 321329

Monkton Wyld Court

Monkton Wyld Court

Elsdon's Ln, Bridport DT6 6DQ

Monkton Wyld Court is a one hour drive from The Acorn Inn and runs a programme of walks, talks, workshops and courses, and other countryside events.

Distance: 20 miles
Journey time: 36 minutes

Tel: +44 (0) 1297 560342

Family experiences

Fun for all the family at The Acorn Inn and in the local area.

Family experiences
Adult swan with cygnet on nest, Abbotsbury, Dorset

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