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   Shaftesbury (/ ˈ ʃ ɑː f t s b ər i, ˈ ʃ æ f t s-/) is a town and civil parish in Dorset, England. It is on the A30 road, 20 miles (32 kilometres) west of Salisbury and 23 miles (37 kilometres) north-northeast of Dorchester, near the border with Wiltshire.

2. visit-shaftesbury.co.ukDiscover Shaftesbury: The Jewel of Dorset - Visit, Explore ...

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   Welcome to Shaftesbury, the high point of Dorset! This charming market town, steeped in Saxon history, offers a wealth of fascinating sights and experiences. From the iconic Gold Hill, made famous by the Hovis advert, to the stunning views over Thomas Hardy’s Blackmore Vale, Shaftesbury is a treasure trove of delights waiting to be discovered.

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   • Gold Hill. One of the most charming sights in England is yours to enjoy from this famous cobblestone street, winding down from Shaftesbury’s high street.
   • Gold Hill Museum. At the top of the slope, the Gold Hill Museum is in two historic buildings, one a priest’s dwelling and the other that provided lodgings for traders at the market.
   • Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden. Founded by Alfred the Great in 888, Shaftesbury Abbey the most important Benedictine nunnery in Anglo-Saxon England.
   • Shaftesbury Heritage Trail. Plotted in the 2000s with Heritage Lottery funding, the Shaftesbury Heritage Trail is an easy introduction to the town via 12 important buildings and sites given blue plaques.

5. www.visit-dorset.com › explore › areas-to-visitThings to see and do in Shaftesbury and Gillingham - Visit Dorset

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   Its unique location ‘on top of the world’ inspired Kings to settle here over 1100 years ago. Follow in Thomas Hardy’s footsteps and explore one of England’s highest, ancient hill-top towns or visit the town which inspired one of Constable’s paintings – now hanging in London’s Tate Gallery.

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   Shaftesbury is one of the oldest and highest towns in England and home to renowned, iconic landmark – Gold Hill. Nearby Gillingham is Dorset’s most northern town and has connections with the famous oil painter John Constable.

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   Where is Shaftesbury?

   • Shaftesbury ( / ˈʃɑːftsbəri, ˈʃæfts -/) is a town and civil parish in Dorset, England. It is on the A30 road, 20 miles (32 kilometres) west of Salisbury and 23 miles (37 kilometres) north-northeast of Dorchester, near the border with Wiltshire.

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   Where is Shaftesbury & Gillingham?

   • Shaftesbury is one of the oldest and highest towns in England and home to renowned, iconic landmark – Gold Hill . Nearby Gillingham is Dorset’s most northern town and has connections with the famous oil painter John Constable.

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   Is Shaftesbury a good place to live?

   • Welcome to Shaftesbury, the high point of Dorset! This charming market town, steeped in Saxon history, offers a wealth of fascinating sights and experiences. From the iconic Gold Hill, made famous by the Hovis advert, to the stunning views over Thomas Hardy’s Blackmore Vale, Shaftesbury is a treasure trove of delights waiting to be discovered.

   Discover Shaftesbury: The Jewel of Dorset - Visit, Explore, and Enjoy

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   Why should you visit Shaftesbury?

   • Being the highest town in Dorset, the views from Shaftesbury are a must see during your visit. The most famous being from the top of Gold Hill for that iconic view of the Blackmore Vale. If you follow the Shaftesbury Heritage Trail, you will pass two amazing viewpoints on the route.

   Things to see and do in Shaftesbury and Gillingham - Visit Dorset

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8. www.dorsetguide.com › shaftesburyShaftesbury - The Best Things to Do and See | Dorset Guide

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   Shaftesbury is a market town with an interesting history going back to the Saxon times. The town is located in North Dorset close to the border with Wiltshire and is around 25 miles north of Blandford Forum and 20 miles west of Salisbury. Looking down Gold Hill.

9. www.tripadvisor.co.uk › Attractions-g186264The 10 Best Things to Do in Shaftesbury - 2024 (with Photos)

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   Things to Do in Shaftesbury, England: See Tripadvisor's 10,918 traveller reviews and photos of Shaftesbury tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in June. We have reviews of the best places to see in Shaftesbury. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.