Seasons greetings

We would like to wish everybody a

and a

Great places to explore............

The National Trust website has lots of useful information and where to explore in Dorset  including Lamberts Castle, Coneys Castle, Eggardon Hill, Pilsdon Pen plus many more..........

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/

Hardys monument

Fabulous view of the Chesil Coastline and countryside when standing near Hardy's Monument.

Find out its history on the website link below

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hardy-monument

Family/friends early Christmas or late New Year gathering?

Have you ever thought about having family or friends early Christmas or a late New Year weekend celebration together?

We have an extended family who have for several years booked our large S/C property for a weekend in early December. They come from all over the place and always meet up in our central location. They always put the Christmas decorations up and have a traditional Christmas dinner with all the trimmings, open presents and play games.

We also have a extended family that come every January, usually the first weekend. They decorate the property and have a traditional roast dinner then enjoy there time together in the games barn and hot tub.

SPECIAL OFFER FOR NOV-DEC

10% DISCOUNT NOW AVAILABLE

ON LAST MINUTES BOOKINGS

BETWEEN NOVEMBER 10TH AND DECEMBER 18TH

AT COURTHOUSE DAIRY AND FARMHOUSE

MINIMUM BOOKING 3 NIGHTS

£50 DISCOUNT IF ONLY 2 NIGHTS REQUIRED.

BOTH PROPERTIES SLEEP UP TO 11 IN 4/5 BEDROOMS AND EACH HAS 3 BATHROOMS.

THEY SHARE A GAMES BARN AND EACH HAS A HOT TUB AVAILABLE TO USE ALL YEAR ROUND.

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STABLE AND HAYLOFT

AVAILABLE FOR LATE BREAKS FROM NOW TILL DECEMBER 18TH 

SPECIAL OFFERS-

£220 FOR 2 PERSONS TO STAY FOR 4 NIGHTS

£180 FOR 2 PERSONS TO STAY FOR 3 NIGHTS

£140 FOR 2 PERSONS TO STAY FOR 2 NIGHTS

End of B&B season

We are now closed for Bed & Breakfast till March next year.

October S/C Half term availablity......................

Friday 27th 2.30pm till Monday 30th of October 10am

at Courthouse Farmhouse and /or Courthouse Dairy.

Both properties sleep 11 in 5/4 bedrooms and  each has 3 bathrooms. Can be let together for large group of 22-24.

They each have there own hot tubs and guests staying in both share a games barn.

Costs are £728 per property, this includes VAT, C/H, hot water, electric, logs for the woodburner (in the Dairy), WIFI and the hot tubs on ready. 

Cardsmill Farm new pictures

2 new pictures taken by a local village friend from the top of St Candida and Holy Cross Church tower. Both show our farm and some of our land, also with views of the Marshwood Vale.

Visit Dorset - Where to go and what to do

Have a look at the Visit Dorset Website for where to go and what to see whilst staying in Dorset. It has everything you need to enjoy our beautiful countyside and coast along with fab places to eat .

https://www.visit-dorset.com/

https://www.visit-dorset.com/ideas-and-inspiration

Self Catering special offer

10% DISCOUNT

for any 3 night weekend from now till October 20th

at Courthouse Farmhouse and Dairy 

£50 Discount

if only 2 nights required

Costs include VAT, C/H, hot water, electric, WIFI and the hot tub on ready.

Sept B&B availability..........

Double ensuite - 18th-20th, 25th onwards
Twin ensuite - 23rd onwards
Double ensuite (king bed) - 19th onwards

Bed And Breakfast update.....

We are currently closed for B&B this August due to an early addition in our family.

My latest granddaughter was born in a hurry, 5 weeks early

We will reopen again September.

For more B&B's please go to www.countrysideandcoastal.co.uk

Bridport Carnival this weekend........

Bridport Carnival is a must-see event and a highlight of the town's calendar!

The fun packed extravaganza includes a grand procession held on the third Saturday in August each year and features plenty of floats and colourful walking entries. The carnival procession starts at 7pm from West Road.

Other activities include a carnival quiz, darts and a family bingo. as well as the traditional Sunday evening torchlight parade from Bridport to West Bay, which creates a superb end to the celebrations with the awesome spectacle of 1,500 blazing torches being carried by families as they snake their way to the seaside for a celebration with live music and fireworks. The torchlight procession sets off at 9pm from South Street (torches will be on sale from 6:30pm outside the Town Hall).

https://www.visit-dorset.com/whats-on/bridport-carnival-2017-p550713

Cardsmill Farm photos......

Charmouth and Golden cap

Weymouth Harbour

July/August Bed and Breakfast availablity........

TWIN ENSUITE -  July 15th-18th, 20th-22nd, Aug 1st-5th
DOUBLE ENSUITE - July 15th-22nd. Aug 1st-5th
DOUBLE ENSUITE (KING BED) -July 9th-22nd, 31st-Aug 7th.

Double occupancy is £39 per adult per night, includes full English breakfasts with lots of choice.

Single occupancy is £45 per night.

Children are charged according to age.

Taphouse late availablity...

Taphouse farmhouse (sleeps 16) is available for a week in the summer holidays from Monday 14th 2.30pm till Monday 21st of August 10am. Costs for the week have been reduced from £2415 to £2250 and this includes VAT, hot water, electric, WIFI, LPG gas for the range cooker and the hot tub on ready.

Weekend 18th-21st also available, we will also accept 4,5 or 6 nights please ask

Courthouse Dairy late availablity

Late availability for Courthouse Dairy (sleeps 11)

 from Friday 21st of July till Friday 28th of July was £1750.00 now £1580.00

Summer pics of Cardsmill B&B 2017

B&B pictures.......

JURASSIC COASTLINE OF CHARMOUTH

 CHARMOUTH

 GOLDEN CAP

AXE VALE FESTIVAL NEXT WEEKEND

AXE VALE FESTIVAL – A DATE WORTH KEEPING.

At this family friendly festival you will find much to keep everyone entertained and inspired. For enthusiastic gardeners, the impressive floral marquee full of colour and scents will feed your creative side and the numerous stalls selling plants will get your green fingers itching to get into those gardening gloves! There is plenty more to keep you smiling - crafts of great variety, skill and ingenuity, toys and hobbies including many nostalgic exhibits, art, antiques and collectables. A number of craftsmen will be demonstrating their skills, many of them traditional, throughout the day and of course the day would not be complete without a visit to the mouth-watering food marquee!

The main arena is host to an exciting programme of events guaranteed to thrill and entertain.  Children are well looked after too with lots of activities (and ice cream of course!) to make their day. So with everyone happy, you can rest and enjoy live music while you soak in the atmosphere of this great annual show.

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Download The Show Guide

When               17th & 18th June 2017

Where             The Showground, Trafalgar Way, Axminster, EX13 5RJ

Admission       On show days: Adults £9, under 16’s £2, under 5’s free.  In advance: Adults: £7.50 Children: £1.50 Tickets can be purchased online through our website. Reduced rates for group bookings.  Coach parties welcome.

Transport       Free parking.  Free bus service from Axminster Town Centre and Railway station.  

The main arena is host to an exciting programme of events guaranteed to thrill and entertain 

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Arena Show Times 2017

Saturday Timings.

11:00-11:30.  Heavy Horses.

12:00-12:30.  Falconry Display.

1:00-1:30.  Dogs and Ducks.

2:00-2:30.  Falconry Display.

3:00-3:30.  Dogs and Ducks.

4:00-4:30.  Heavy Horses.

Sunday Timings.

10:30-11:00.  Heavy Horses.

11:30-12:00.  Falconry Display.

12:30-1:00.  Dogs and Ducks.

1:30-2:00.  Falconry Display.

2:30-3:00.  Dogs and Ducks.

3:30-4:00.  Heavy Horses.

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Live music at the band stand will keep you smiling with great local acts and live demonstrators showcasing particular skills and crafts can be found on the showground throughout the weekend. The band stand schedule can be found here.

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Axe Vale Festival Bandstand 2017

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Saturday:

10.30 - 11.00

Kilmington Choir - Sound Spectacular Singers

11.30 - 12.00

Something Old Something New

12.30-1.00

The Window Trees

1.30 - 2.00

The Window Trees

2.30 - 3.00

Annabel Davies

3.30 - 4.00

Annabel Davies

4.30 - 5.30

West & Black

Sunday:

Something Old Something New

12.00 - 12.30

Slinky Machine

1.00 - 1.30

Slinky Machine

2.00 - 2.30

Paul Black

3.00 - 3.30

Paul Black

4.00 - 5.00

Brian & Irve

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Children are well looked after too with a bouncy castle and lots of activities to make their day. Baby changing facilities are also available on site. Refreshments are widely available and there are lots more to smile about and keep everybody happy!

https://www.axevalefestival.org.uk/

WHATS ON IN DOREST IN JUNE

HERE ARE JUST A FEW EVENTS HAPPENING IN JUNE. PLEASE CLICK ON THE VISIT DORSET LINK BELOW FOR MUCH,MUCH MORE.

Netherbury Open Gardens
is a must for any garden lover.

10 June 2017 - 11 June 2017
Saturday - Sunday	13:00	- 17:00

There will be 10 gardens open ranging from National Garden Scheme Classics such as The Mill House, Hatchlands and Slape Manor to smaller beautifully varied examples. One garden even has Victorian Railway Carriages in it!
There will be various excellent plant stalls and a tombola.
The village prides itself on the quality of its refreshments too.
Home made lunches available for 12.30 till 2.00 in the village hall and variousTickets £7, valid BOTH days. Accompanied children under 13 free. Ample Free Parking


The BRIDPORT FOOD FESTIVAL will be celebrating its 13th anniversary with exciting foodie events for all ages to enjoy. The Beer Festival takes place on the Friday & Saturday evening, with the main Food Festival taking place on the Saturday 17 June.
Throughout the week the whole town and surrounding area are invited to celebrate local food and drink.
The 2017 Beaminster Festival Of Music and the Visual Arts includes a brilliant programme of music, both classical and jazz, literature and an art exhibition of the work of local artists, potters, sculptors and furniture makers.   http://www.beaminsterfestival.com/



https://www.visit-dorset.com/explore/areas-to-visit/west-dorset/whats-on-in-west-dorset?nocache=1

SPECAIL OFFER FOR JULY SELF CATERING HOLIDAYS....

COURTHOUSE DAIRY AND COURTHOUSE FARMHOUSE

SPECIAL OFFER OF £200 REDUCTION

FOR ANY WEEK FOR GROUPS OF 8 PERSONS OR LESS BETWEEN FRIDAY 30TH OF JUNE AND 21ST OF JULY

BOTH PROPERTIES SLEEP 11 IN 4/5 BEDROOMS AND EACH HAS 3 BATHROOMS, FULLY ENCLOSED GARDENS,  both have there OWN HOT TUB AND SHARED GAMES BARN.

PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECT BY EMAIL

cardsmillfarmholidays@gmail.com or phone 01297 489375

June Bed and Breakfast availability.........

Double ensuite - May 31st -June 9th, 11th-16th, 18th-21st, 26th-30th

Twin ensuite - June 2nd -10th, 12th-14th, 18th-21st, 26th-30th

Double ensuite(king bed) - June 2nd-9th, 11th-14th, 14-16th, 17th, 24th, 27th-30th

Costs are £39 per adult per night to include full English breakfast with lots of choice.
Single occuapancy @£45 per night

Minimum booking 2 nights
Single nights may be available a week before arrival dates @£45 per person

SELF CATERING SPECIAL OFFERS FOR JUNE........

COURTHOUSE DAIRY AND COURTHOUSE FARMHOUSE

SPECIAL OFFER OF £200 REDUCTION

FOR ANY WEEK FOR GROUPS OF 8 PERSONS OR LESS BETWEEN FRIDAY 2ND OF JUNE AND 23RD OF JUNE

BOTH PROPERTIES SLEEP 11 IN 4/5 BEDROOMS AND EACH HAS 3 BATHROOMS, FULLY ENCLOSED GARDENS,  both have there OWN HOT TUB AND SHARED GAMES BARN.

PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECT BY EMAIL

cardsmillfarmholidays@gmail.com or phone 01297 489375

Local Church Charity event poster - all welcome

Whats on in our local church............

ST CANDIDA AND HOLY CROSS CHURCH

WHITCHURCH CANONICORUM

 

The popular Free Exchange Cafe is open the first Sunday of the month from April till November from 10.30 to 12 noon, in the Church at Whitchurch Canonicorum.

 

Enjoy freshly-brewed coffee, tea, croissants and pain chocolat straight from the oven. Catch up with friends and neighbours, or browse the Sunday papers. Come for ten minutes or stay for an hour. 

 

The Free Exchange Table is open, too. Bring something you no longer need, take something away if you like it or both or neither - whichever you choose, no money changes hands. Plants and Produce are always welcome.

 

There's no charge for the Cafe (but feel free to leave a donation).

 

 

Our church has lots of interesting history please see the church's website below

 

http://www.cathedralofthevale.co.uk/

Stable and Hayloft can be booked online.........

THE STABLE AND HAYLOFT - Please click on the link on our website page or below

 

CAN NOW BE BOOKED ONLINE WITH AN AGENCY OR DIRECT WITH US

 

http://www.holidaycottages.co.uk/dorset/whitchurch--the-stable?pl=1&pd=1

 

http://www.holidaycottages.co.uk/dorset/whitchurch--the-hayloft?pl=1&pd=1

Courthouse Dairy New Pictures

Courthouse Dairy has 4 bedrooms and sleeps 11.

Here at some new pictures with new bed linen

B/H and Half Term Availabilty

Self Catering Availablity

Friday 2nd of June to Monday 5th of June @ Courthouse Dairy (sleeps 11)

WAS £1028 NOW £915

This includes VAT, hot water, electric, WIFI and the hot tub on ready.

Bedding is offered as an optional extra or guests may bring their own to help keep costs down.

Bed and Breakfast Availabilty

Twin ensuite -  Friday 26th - Tuesday 30th of May, Friday 2nd of June onwards

Double ensuite - Friday 26th of May onwards

Double ensuite (king bed) - Friday 2nd of June onwards

Minimum booking is 2 nights

Adults are charged at £39 per adult per night and children are charged according to age, please ask.

Inclusive of full English breakfasts with lots of variation and choice.

A brief decription on what we offer for S/C holidays

OUR LARGE HOUSE IS TAPHOUSE FARMHOUSE THAT SLEEPS A

MAXIMUM OF 16(INCLUDING CHILDREN/BABIES)

IT HAS 6 BEDROOMS AND 4 BATHROOMS, LARGE KITCHEN/DINER AND LOUNGE. OUTSIDE THE GARDEN IS 1/3 OF ACRE WITH A STONED PATIO AREA WITH A HOT TUB UNDER COVER SO SUITABLE ALL YEAR ROUND. TAPHOUSE ALSO HAS IT OWN GAMES BARN.

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FOR LARGER GROUPS WITH OVER 16 GUESTS INCLUDING CHILDREN WE CAN OFFER YOU

COURTHOUSE DAIRY AND FARMHOUSE

DAIRY SLEEPS 11 IN 4 BEDROOMS AND HAS 3 BATHROOMS,

ACROSS THE YARD IS THE FARMHOUSE THAT SLEEPS 11 IN 5 BEDROOMS AND HAS 3 BATHROOM.S

• DAIRY AND FARMHOUSE TOGETHER SLEEP 22

THE DAIRY HAS LARGE OPEN PLAN KITCHEN / LOUNGE WITH A DINING ROOM IN THE CONSEVRATORY. IT IS HAS EXTRA GLASSES, CROCKERY AND CUTLERY FOR UP TO 22.

BOTH S/C PROPERTIES SHARE A GAMES BARN

EACH PROPERTY HAS A HOT TUB.

EACH PROPERTY HAS A ENCLOSED GARDEN.

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THE STABLE AND HAYLOFT

AT WAKELYS FARM CAN BE LET TOGETHER FOR LARGE PARTIES OF 13

THE STABLE SLEEPS 6 AND HAYLOFT SLEEPS 7, EACH HAS 3 BEDROOMS AND 2/3 BATHROOMS. THEY EACH HAVE A PATIO AREA WITH SMALL LAWNED AREAS.

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PLEASE EMAIL OR PHONE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS AND FOR PRICES AND AVAILABLITY

New Interior pictures of Taphouse bedrooms

1st May B/H availablity.......

Self Catering

Courthouse Dairy (sleeps 11) - Weekend Friday 28th April till Monday 1st of May WAS £990 NOW £878. Costs include VAT, C/H, hot water, electric, WIFI and the hot tub on ready.

The Hayloft (sleeps 7) -  Weekend Friday 28th April till Monday 1st of May NOW £538. Week April 28th- May 5th NOW £663. Costs include C/H, hot water, electric, WIFI and the beds made.

The Stable (sleeps 6) -  Weekend Friday 28th April till Monday 1st of May NOW £510. Week April 28th- May 5th NOW £628. Costs include C/H, hot water, electric, WIFI and the beds made.

Bed and Breakfast

Twin, Double and Double(King bed) ensuite rooms available from Friday 28th of April till Monday 31st May . Costs are £39.00 per adult per night to include full English breakfasts with lots of choice. Children are charged according to age, please ask.

Some Exterior pictures of Taphouse - April 2017

Spring at Courthouse Dairy

Some photos of the lovely spring flowers at Courthouse Dairy and some of the new bedspreads throughout the property.

Easter Holidays availability......

Bed and Breakfast

Twin ensuite room from Thursday 13th of April onwards. - room for a single folding bed or travel cot.

Double ensuite from Wednesday 12th - Saturday 15th, then Monday 17th onwards

Double (King Bed) ensuite from Thursday 13th - Saturday 15th, then Monday 17th onwards

Self Catering

Monday 17th 2.30pm till Friday 21st of April 10am  at Courthouse farmhouse and Courthouse Dairy. Both can sleep up to 11/12 and each has a hot tub. We allow dogs in both.

Prices reductions available for smaller groups.

Please call 01297 489375 or email for costs.

Fab February Lyme Regis Pictures

Lovely Lulworth Cove

In East Dorset, Lulworth cove has a fab beach, places to eat, explore and plenty of walks.