West Knighton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Lewell Mill on the Frome Very little recognisable seems to remain of the old mill. No sign of a waterwheel although some of the leats and mill-race are still visible.
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Lower Lewell Farmhouse This is the farmhouse which in Tess of the D'Urbervilles, Hardy called Talbothays Dairy where Tess met her future husband Angel Clare
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West Knighton Church. Road heading through West Knighton and on down to Broadmayne.
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Frome downstream of Lewell Mill bridge Only the foreground is in the grid square as the river here flows east into SY7391
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Lewell Lodge West Knighton Grade II Listed Gothic detailed country house, built c.1796 for Adair Hawkins; it was later extended by the addition of a north east wing early in the C19.
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Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt

Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt

3 out of 5
12-18 Dorchester Road Weymouth England
The price is 2.701.027 ₫ per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
2.701.027 ₫
3.241.233 ₫ total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Weymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Didn’t use the facilities. However the pool looked clean and the gym appropriately equipped.

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt
Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

3 out of 5
Walking Field Lane Poole England
The price is 1.549.312 ₫ per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
1.549.312 ₫
2.034.601 ₫ total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Poole. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Very covenant location, walking distance to shops and restaurants, only 20 minute walk to the harbour. We were more than satisfied as its a budget hotel ,we though the quality of breakfast was good and our room was clean , the bed was comfortable, shower nice and hor ,nothing to complain about.

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG
The Duchess of Cornwall Inn

The Duchess of Cornwall Inn

3.5 out of 5
12 Queen Mother Square, Dorchester England
The price is 2.075.885 ₫ per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
2.075.885 ₫
2.491.062 ₫ total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Dorchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions The Keep Military Museum and Roman Town House are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (152 reviews)
A lovely stay with all amenities nearby including free parking. Thank you.

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

The Duchess of Cornwall Inn
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The Dorset Resort

The Dorset Resort

4 out of 5
Bere Regis Wareham England
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Wareham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Popular attractions Purbeck Shooting School and Monkey World Ape Rescue ...
The Dorset Resort
Beachcomber Holiday Apartments

Beachcomber Holiday Apartments

3 out of 5
7 Ulwell Road Swanage England
Stay at this apartment in Swanage. Enjoy an outdoor tennis court. Popular attractions Corfe Castle and Swanage Beach are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (42 reviews)
Nice apartment but not the best location

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Beachcomber Holiday Apartments
Herston Caravan & Campsite

Herston Caravan & Campsite

2 out of 5
Washpond Lane Swanage England
Stay at this campsite in Swanage. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions Corfe Castle and Swanage Railway are located ...
Herston Caravan & Campsite
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Popular places to visit

This is on Man of war beach near Durdle door on the Jurassic Coast in UK. Outstanding place with lots of natural beauty and spots for hikes and photography. If you go there wear comfy shoes and be ready for steep

West Bexington Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at West Bexington Beach during your trip to Dorchester? While in this quaint area, you can savour the lively bars.

West Bexington Beach
Cerne Abbas Giant showing outdoor art

Cerne Abbas Giant

Find out about the history of Cerne Abbas when you take a trip to Cerne Abbas Giant. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Cerne Abbas Giant
Maiden Castle showing tranquil scenes as well as a couple

Maiden Castle

Find out about the history of Winterborne Monkton when you spend time at Maiden Castle. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Maiden Castle
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Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens, a lovely green space in Stinsford. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its cosy cafes.

Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens
Tutankhamun: The Exhibition showing interior views

Tutankhamun: The Exhibition

You can browse the exhibits at Tutankhamun: The Exhibition, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Dorchester. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area or visit its lively bars.

Tutankhamun: The Exhibition
Maumbury Rings showing tranquil scenes

Maumbury Rings

Find out about the history of Dorchester with a stop at Maumbury Rings. Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area or visit its lively bars.

Maumbury Rings