Festive availablity

Christmas breaks still available at

TAPHOUSE FARMHOUSE sleeps 16
COURTHOUSE DAIRY sleeps 11
COURTHOUSE COTTAGE sleeps 6
THE STABLE sleeps 6

New Year breaks available at Courthouse Dairy and Courthouse Cottage

PLEASE PHONE OR EMAIL FOR A QUOTE. SHORT BREAKS AVAILABLE (MINIMUM BOOKING OF 3 NIGHTS WILL BE ACCEPTED )

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR AVAILABLITY

TAPHOUSE FARMHOUSE CHRISTMAS WEEK FROM TUESDAY 21ST - 28TH DECEMBER

COURTHOUSE DAIRY CHRISTMAS WEEK FROM MONDAY 20TH - 27TH DECEMBER
NEW YEAR THURSDAY 30TH ONWARDS

COURTHOUSE COTTAGE CHRISTMAS WEEK FROM TUESDAY 21ST - 28TH DECEMBER
NEW YEAR TUESDAY 28TH DECEMBER ONWARDS

THE STABLE CHRISTMAS WEEK FROM TUESDAY 21ST - 28TH DECEMBER


PLEASE PHONE OR EMAIL FOR A QUOTE. SHORT BREAKS AVAILABLE (MINIMUM BOOKING OF 3 NIGHTS WILL BE ACCEPTED )

VILLAGE EVENTS

We have plenty going on in our local village hall before Christmas, so come and join in. We raise money for the local hall and for other charities.

- Christmas shopping night on Saturday November 6th
- Dinner Dance to JK Duo on Saturday December 4th
- Christmas Bingo on Monday December 13th
- Christmas Party Dance on Friday December 17th.

WINTER'S COMING

The clock's have changed and winter will be here soon!

So how about a weekend away in a self-catering house with family and friends for company and a roaring log fire. No need to cook! Plenty of local businesses around who will cook meals and bring them to the house already prepared and a dishwasher to wash up after!

More details on this website of our 4 s/c properties of various sizes. Please call or email for availability and prices.

HALF TERM AVAILABLITY

BED AND BREAKFAST
SUNDAY 24TH - MONDAY 25TH OCT- DOUBLE ENSUITE
TUESDAY 26TH - THURSDAY 28TH- DOUBLE ENSUITE
WEDNESDAY 27TH - THURSDAY 28TH- DOUBLE, TWIN AND FAMILY ENSUITE
SATURDAY 30TH OCT - MONDAY 1ST NOVEMBER- DOUBLE AND TWIN ENSUITE

SELF CATERING
THE STABLE - SLEEPS 5/6 - 3 BEDROOMS AND 2 BATHROOMS PLUS W/C
MONDAY 25TH - FRIDAY 29TH OCTOBER (4 NIGHTS) @£451.00
MONDAY 25TH OCTOBER - MONDAY 1ST NOVEMBER (7 NIGHTS) @£588.00
FRIDAY 29TH OCTOBER - MONDAY 1ST NOVEMBER (3 NIGHTS) WAS @451.00 NOW @£371.00
ALL PRICES FOR THE STABLE INCLUDE VAT, C/H, ELECTRIC, HOT WATER, LOGS FOR THE WOODBURNER AND BED LINEN

TAPHOUSE FARMHOUSE SLEEPS 16 - 6 BEDROOMS AND 4 BATHROOMS
FRIDAY 29TH OCTOBER - MONDAY 1ST NOVEMBER @£720.00 TO INCLUDE VAT, C/H. LPG GAS FOR THE HOB AND LOGS FOR THE FIRE.

COURTHOUSE DAIRY SLEEPS 11 - 4 BEDROOMS AND 3 BATHROOMS
FRIDAY 29TH OCTOBER - MONDAY 1ST NOVEMBER @£583.00 TO INCLUDE VAT, C/H, ELECTRIC, HOT WATER AND LOGS FOR THE FIRE.

COURTHOUSE COTTAGE SLEEPS 7 - 3 BEDROOMS AND 2 BATHROOMS
FRIDAY 29TH OCTOBER - MONDAY 1ST NOVEMBER @£371.00 TO INCLUDE VAT, C/H, ELECTRIC, HOT WATER AND LOGS FOR THE FIRE.

REDUCTIONS FOR SMALLER PARTIES.

Visit Weymouth

The Classic Seaside Resort of Weymouth, with its fantastic beach and vibrant harbour, nestles perfectly alongside the rugged 'Isle' of Portland, the perfect place for visitors who just want to get away from it all. With plenty of places to eat and drink, and all year round events, attractions and activities there's something for everyone, isn't it time you discovered Weymouth and Portland? ... the Natural Place to be!

Weymouth Beach
The views from the bay are spectacular, stretching across the horizon taking in the World Heritage Jurassic Coastline.

Weymouth Harbour
Weymouth's picturesque 17th Century Harbour, situated adjacent to the town centre and beach, is alive with colour and activity, the bustling harbour area is a true delight; the perfect place to relax with a meal or drink, have a leisurely browse, or simply sit and watch the nautical world go by.

Whether you’re into climbing or windsurfing, kite surfing or water skiing, for a real adrenaline rush Weymouth and Portland has some of the greatest activities on offer. The waters provide the perfect setting for sailing, angling and diving – a real chance to find your sea-legs. As the host venue for the sailing events for the London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games we are certainly geared up to suit all expectations.

Bed and Breakfast availablity for the next 2 weeks

Double ensuite room available from Sunday 12th - Wednesday 15th September (3 nights)

Twin ensuite room available from Sunday 12th - Friday 17th (5 nights)

Ground Floor Family ensuite room available from Sunday 19th - Saturday 25th September (6 nights)

Twin or double ensuite room available from Monday 20th - 27th September (7 nights)

We charge £31.00 per person per night( minimum 2 nights) to include full English breakfast and variations. For last minute 1 night bookings we charge £36.00 per person. For a single occupancy the cost is £36.00 per night. Children are charge according to age.

B&B IN BEAUTIFUL SUNNY DORSET

WHAT LOVELY WEATHER WE ARE HAVING NOW IT'S SEPTEMBER, BEAUTIFUL SUNSHINE! SO WHY NOT COME TO DORSET AND ENJOY IT!

THESE ARE JUST A FEW DATES THAT ARE AVAILABLE, PLEASE CALL AVAILABLITY

Double ensuite room available from Thursday 9th - 16th September (7 night)

Twin ensuite room available from Wednesday 8th - Friday 10th (2 nights)

Ground Floor Family ensuite room available from Wednesday 8th - 15th September (7 nights)



We charge £32.00 per person per night( minimum 2 nights) to include full English breakfast and variations. For last minute 1 night bookings we charge £36.00 per person. For a single occupancy the cost is £36.00 per night. Children are charge according to age.

BED AND BREAKFAST AVAILABLITY

Double ensuite room available from Sunday 22nd - Monday 23rd August (1 night) or from Thursday 26th - Friday 27th August (1 night)

Twin ensuite room available from Sunday 22nd - Tuesday 24th August (2 nights)

Ground Floor Family ensuite room available from Sunday 22nd - Tuesday 24th August (2 nights)


We charge £32.00 per person per night( minimum 2 nights) to include full English breakfast and variations. For last minute 1 night bookings we charge £36.00 per person. For a single occupancy the cost is £36.00 per night. Children are charge according to age.

WHITCHURCH VILLAGE FLOWER SHOW

BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY IS FLOWER SHOW DAY IN WHITCHURCH. MANY LOCALS ENTER THERE HOME GROWN VEGETABLES, FRUIT, JAMS AND CHUTNEYS, HOMEMADE WINES, CAKES AND SCONES, PHOTOGRAPHS, PAINTINGS, KNITING AND SEWING AGAINST EACH OTHER IN ORDER TO WIN THE TROPHIES AND PRIZES.

DOG SHOW
SKITTLES
CHILDREN'S RACES
HAVE A CREAM TEA OR COFFEE AND SOME CAKE
PLUS MUCH MUCH MORE.

SELF CATERING HOUSES AVAILABLE FOR THE BANK HOLIDAY

COURTHOUSE DAIRY SLEEPS 11 IN 4 BEDROOMS AND HAS 3 BATHROOMS.
AVAILABLE FOR THE BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND FROM FRIDAY 27TH - MONDAY 30TH AUGUST @ £996.00 TO INCLUDE VAT, C/H (if needed),HOT WATER AND ELECTRIC. OR ITS AVAILABLE FOR THE BANK HOLIDAY WEEK FROM FRIDAY 27TH AUGUST- 3RD SEPTEMBER@ £1461.00 TO INCLUDE VAT, C/H (if needed),HOT WATER AND ELECTRIC.



COURTHOUSE COTTAGE SLEEPS 7 IN 3 BEDROOMS AND HAS 2 BATHROOMS.
AVAILABLE FOR THE BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND FROM FRIDAY 27TH - MONDAY 30TH AUGUST @ £590.00 TO INCLUDE VAT, C/H (if needed),HOT WATER AND ELECTRIC. OR ITS AVAILABLE FOR THE BANK HOLIDAY WEEK FROM FRIDAY 27TH AUGUST- 3RD SEPTEMBER@ £787.00 TO INCLUDE VAT, C/H (if needed),HOT WATER AND ELECTRIC.

CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS ON THESE PROPERTIES.

BED AND BREAKFAST AVAILABLITY IN AUGUST

Double ensuite room available from Sunday 15th - Monday 16th August (1 night) or from Sunday 22nd - Monday 23rd August (1 night) or from Thursday 26th - Friday 27th August (1 night)

Twin ensuite room available from Sunday 22nd - Tuesday 24th August (2 nights)

Ground Floor Family ensuite room available from Sunday 22nd - Friday 27th August (5 nights)


We charge £32.00 per person per night( minimum 2 nights) to include full English breakfast and variations. For last minute 1 night bookings we charge £36.00 per person. For a single occupancy the cost is £36.00 per night. Children are charge according to age.

Please phone 01297 489375 or email- cardsmill@aol.com

WHITCHURCH CHURCH FETE

THIS SUNDAY 1st AUGUST


There will be Music by CELTIC AIR
Visit the CHURCH TOWER and take in the stunning views of the area
Games and Stalls
Competetion in Salt Dough Figures
Try out our NATURE TRAIL
VINTAGE TRACTORS
Countryside Creatures

And after all the fun relax and enjoy a homemade cream tea!

WEST BAY

Golden Gateway to the Dorset Jurassic Coast

With the stunning golden glow of the majestic sandstone cliffs to the east and the shimmering radiance of Golden Cap to the west, West Bay, Dorset is a Golden Gateway to the Jurassic Coast. West Bay nestles south of Bridport, between Eype with Seatown to the west and Freshwater with Burton Bradstock to the east. Situated at the western end of Chesil Beach / Chesil Bank, the area forms part of the Dorset Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site within Lyme Bay. West Bay, Dorset is a wonderful seaside location for family holidays, coast and countryside walks, fossil hunting, fishing / angling trips, scuba diving, paragliding, golfing, river boating and so much more. The Dorset historic market town of Bridport lies one and a half miles inland from the West Bay coast.

B&B and SELF CATERING AVAILABLITY

Come to the beautifil, picturesque countryside of the Marshwood Vale. Visit the beach or go fossil hunting at Charmouth or Lyme Regis Stay for Bed and Breakfast at Cardsmill farm or we in our self catering houses. Take a leisurely walk to the local pub for an evening meal.

B&B rooms and S/C houses available during July, please phone or email for costs.

WHITCHURCH CHURCH FLOWER FESTIVAL

COME AND VISIT THE LOCAL CHURCH FLOWER FESTIVAL
FROM FRIDAY 11TH - SUNDAY 13TH JUNE
10AM - 6PM DAILY

ENJOY A LIGHT LUNCH, HAVE A CREAM TEA OR SLICE OF CAKE WITH A CUP OF COFFEE OR TEA.

THIS YEARS THEME IS ''THOSE SPECIAL DAYS''

TO END THE WEEKEND THERE IS A CONCERT IN THE CHURCH ON SUNDAY 13TH JUNE AT 6.30PM

LOTS TO DO IN LYME REGIS ............

PLENTY TO DO IN LYME REGIS WITH SHOPPING, THE CINEMA, ART GALLERIES TO VISIT, PUBS, RESTURANTS, FISHING TRIPS AND A LARGE SANDY BEACH !!!

SPECIAL EVENTS TAKING PART DURING THE SUMMER ARE:-

24th to 31st July Lyme Regis Lifeboat Week
Lyme Regis Lifeboat Week is a time for all the family with a daily set of events to watch, listen to or join in.

24th July - 31st July Various locations around Lyme Regis Admiral Sir George Somers Commemoration Parade
In 1996 St Georges, Bermuda and Lyme Regis were linked together by twinning, their link being George Somers. Admiral Sir George Somers was a British naval hero.


August 2010 Regatta and Carnival Week
Nine days of action packed activities for the whole family. The Carnival Procession will be on Saturday 14 August.

LYME REGIS

The History and Geology of Lyme Regis

A short history of the ancient sea port of Lyme Regis and a guide to the geology of the fossil rich Lyme Regis Dorset / Devon coastline.

The beautiful coastline has been granted World Heritage Site status because of the outstanding earth science interest.

The town has a long and varied history; records start in 774AD.

There has been no noticeable development and so Lyme Regis remains unspoiled. It is famous for not only its finds of fossils and its geology, but also the abundance of famous personalities that have lived and visited here and its uniqueness in these modern times.

The French Lieutenant's Woman (1981)

The Jurassic Coast Of Lyme Regis by Richard Edmunds

A history of the Town by Richard J. Fox MBE

The history of the Lifeboat Station

More Lyme Regis history and information on Jane Austen and Elenor Coade

Come rain or shine why not search the Jurassic coastline of Charmouth for fossils.

Charmouth Heritage Coast centre was set up in 1985 to encourage the safe and sustainable collection of fossils from the local beaches.
This part of Dorset is rich in fossils that are washed out of the cliffs and left in the gravel and sand to be found by the many fossil hunters who come to Charmouth in the hope of finding something unique.

Throughout the year the Centre runs guided fossil hunting expeditions, rockpooling walks, plus countryside and marine discovery activities along the local coastline. Accompanied by an experienced guide this is an ideal way for the inexperienced to gain an insight into this remarkable part of the coastline.

Within the Centre you'll find interactive computers, hands on displays and lots of information on fossils, fossil hunting and the local coastal and marine wildlife. There is even a video microscope that you can use to examine your finds. You will always find a helpful warden or volunteer who can identify your finds for you!

Full details of the opening times and special events can be found on the website www.charmouth.org

The Shrine of St Wite.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN LOCAL HISTORY?
WHY NOT CHECK OUT OUR LOCAL CHURCH FOR THE SHRINE OF ST WITE

The Shrine of St Wite (Whitchurch Canonicorum)

Dating from the early 13th Century, this unique shrine in the church is said to have healing powers and is a place of pilgrimage for many. Wonderful to say that after 1000 years St Wite is still exercising her ancient role as helper of the sick. The only other intact pre-reformation shrine is in Westminster Abbey.

Just found this advert on a holiday website GREAT NAME FOR THE NEW CHEESE

Dorset holidaymakers could try unique cheese
Holidays in Dorset offer visitors a unique chance to taste some quality produce from local farms.
And you might want to try a new product from Ford Farms near Weymouth in Dorset, which farmer Mike Pullin has created.
Named Premier Moo, the new cheddar comes from cows that have only been fed on the spring’s first cut of grass, the Metro reveals.
The cheese that is currently being tasted is from milk taken in the first two weeks of spring 2009.
It was then churned and left to mature 12 months and has now resulted in a very tasty product, according to the publication.
Mr Pullin explained: "It is to do with the fact the grass is higher in protein and has higher levels of constituents such as carotene."
This carotene causes the cheese to be a darker yellow colour than most, it was noted.

Glorious sunshine in West Dorset

Cardsmill farm holidays - no smog or volcanic ash !!

We have lovely sunshine and the lambs are skipping around in the fields.

Why not come and have a break with us, for bed and breakfast or hire a self- catering farmhouse or cottage.

Check out our website http://www.farmhousedorset.com/