Mill Ham Island
Blandford Forum, Dorset
This little visited area offers a retreat for otters on a small 'island' bordering one side of the River Stour. A pleasant spot for river watching.
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Nunnery Mead
Dorchester, Dorset
A tranquil nature reserve on the former water meadows of the River Frome with two sites of archaeological interest.
Peascombe
Bridport, Dorset
A peaceful meadow enclosed by beautiful old trees, set on a hillside in a quiet corner of West Dorset
Troublefield
Hurn, Dorset
A mixture of meadows and woodland with a range of interesting water loving plants