Did someone say Picnic? Dorset and some very dramatic scenery . I love a good picnic – if the weather is right, for me, nothing beats eating outside in the fresh air – taking in the wonderful scenery. And our favourite county of Dorset is choc-full of superb locations to enjoy a sandwich with the children. Here is a list of our favourite location for a summer of alfresco eating. Golden Cap Top of the list has to be Golden Cap. There is no higher a spot along the Dorset coast. On a clear ...

May Half Term is a wonderful time in Dorset - the weather changes and there are lots of things to do for younger children.  There is no shortage of great locations to take the family and get the most from your break.  Here are 7 of our favourites: 1. Abbotsbury Swannery May sees the birth of the first baby swan at Abbotsbury Swannery.  Legend has it that the this first birth bring with ut the start of summer.  Housing over 600 swans, the swannery is the only one of its kind in the world, ...

You don't need to spend money to enjoy yourself in Charmouth. There are lots of things to do in Dorset for free. Catch a Crab Who doesn’t love crabbing! The rockpools around Charmouth are terrific homes for lots of different creatures. Low-tide is the best time – you will typically find hermit crabs, sea anemone and razor clams. Be careful, they’re fragile. Get some tips on safe crabbing on the Gone Crabbing website Fossil Hunting Charmouth is one of the best beaches in the UK to find ...

Dorset really does punch above it weight in producing great local produce. Her is a list of some of the local Food Festivals in this wonderful county. If you are thinking of staying at Newlands Holiday Park, please check the distance from the park to the festival.  Some are closer than others. Bournemouth Food & Drink Festival Location: Bournemouth Date: 17 to 26 June 2016 Distance from the Park: 1hr 25 minutes - [get directions] Website: www.bournemouthfoodanddrink.co.uk Bridport Food ...

Spring is here! The Bluebells and daffodils are in full bloom and mercury is beginning to rise. There's no better way to experience this glorious season than with a family day out in Dorset Whether you visit a historic venue, head off to the beach or take in the local culture, Dorset really has it all. Here are the things you can get up to this May! Dorset Knob Throwing and Food Festival Location: Cattistock, Dorchester Date: 1 May - 10.00am til 4.00pm Website: ...