ACTIVITIES LOCALLY

"The Dorset Resort" is located right in the middle of Hardy Country. There are numerous activities for people of all ages and energy levels to enjoy.

Our Staff will be delighted to provide you with details of all local activities and can book them for you in advance of your visit to us, if required.

Gliding (5 mins)
The Dorset Gliding Club flies most weekends and occasional days in the summer. Gliders can fly as high as airliners, can fly hundreds of miles and are aeorbatic. On a clear day, you can see the Isle of Wight, Poole Harbour and the coast from Swanage to Portland. Flying a Glider is not difficult! Why not arrange to have a Trial Lesson, or, if your prefer, turn up on a Saturday or Sunday for a Trial Flight (subject to suitable weather conditions).

Clay Shooting (5 mins)
The Purbeck Shooting School is set amongst 50 acres of natural heath and woodland and has been voted the Uk's No. 1 shooting ground. All ages and abilities are catered for - including wheelchair access - and most of the
sporting stands are under cover, so that all weather shooting is possible. Booking is strongly recommended. Please ask at Main Office for further details.

Horse Riding (15 mins) Enjoy the Purbeck countryside on horseback. Go for picturesque treks and rides across heathlands and beaches. There are a number of Riding Schools in the vicinity where we can organise hacks from one hour duration to pub and evening rides. Special children's days are a 'must' for any child wishing to experience having their own pony for a day (school hols). Or, 'Learn to Ride' whilst staying with us. The Purbecks offer superb hacking through stunning countryside.

Sea Fishing (25 mins)
Organised fishing Charter Boats from Poole Harbour or Weymouth Quay can be arranged. All Boats are fully licensed and offer trips from a 2 hour Mackerel Fishing expedition to an all day experience, including fishing the 'wreck'sites off the Dorset coast. Chesil Beach is only 30mins away and offers some of the best shore sea fishing in the country. Call us for further details.

Sailing and Windsurfing (20 mins)
Weymouth Bay has been selected as the venue for the 2012 Olympic Games Sailing Regatta. Some of the best sailing in England is off the Dorset coastline. Poole Harbour is the second largest natural harbour in the world and is home to many Sailing Clubs where you can hire everything you need for a fabulous day's sailing. These Clubs also offer full tuition for people wishing to take up this exhilarating sport. Windsurfing Clubs also abound in the area where, again, all equipment can be hired.

Swimming When on holiday, everyone loves to go swimming. In Dorset, we promise you will not be disappointed. We enjoy the benefit of numerous Blue Flag beaches from Weymouth to Swanage to Poole. All the beaches boast safe bathing, the majority have Lifeguards and defined safe bathing areas. It is an ideal situation for children of all ages to learn to swim or improve their skills. We can also arrange for you to use the indoor Swimming Pool at the Springfield Country Hotel - 10 mins. away on the outskirts of Wareham. This Hotel is a Corporate Partner of "The Dorset Resort" and offers our Guests discounted rates.

Cycleways (10 mins) If you really want to get to know Dorset, then cycling around this beautiful county is an ideal way to do so. Around "The Dorset Resort" we have all types of cycling opportunities - mountain bike around the pathways of "The Resort," or, cycle the extensive cycle paths that run through the historic Wareham Forest. Alternatively, venture into the stunning Hardy countryside or join the many routes of the Purbeck Cycleways - trips from 5 miles to 100 miles abound. Bring your own trusted bicycle with you or enquire in Main Office for details of bike hire.

Sea Cruises (30 mins)
Sea Cruises operate daily from Swanage, Weymouth and Poole. The "Waverley" sails from Swanage and offers day trips all along the Dorset and Hampshire coastline. Visit Wareham on a two hour cruise that takes in the River Frome and goes into Poole Harbour. There are numerous Cruise Ships operating from Poole Quay with one hour trips around the Harbour and Brownsea Island, to all day trips to the Channel Islands. Many trips include an on-board commentary on all the places of interest that you will pass and, of course, have a bar and refreshments for the complete relaxation experience. For further details, please enquire in Main Office.

If you should have a favourite acitivity not listed above, please make enquiries to our "Resort" Team and we will provide you with details of the nearest venue.

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The Dorset Resort
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