Things To Do

The area around Marshwood manor has something for everyone from gentle strolls along country lanes to fast paced boat rides!

Here are some places and activities to check out if staying in the area

Explore the coast and harbour – with unique views and pebble beaches this area is amazing
Row boats along the river – from west bay to bridport or vice versa
Boat blast – for the adrenaline junkies, a fast boat ride starting at westbay harbour
Paddle boarding – boards to hire 
Market on Wednesdays and Saturdays – quirky market with antiques and food
Symmondsbury estate – away from the beach this estate has cafe, shop and sunken roads to explore
Kids playpark near the old railway – fun themed playpark in west bay
Crabbing – seaside activity for kids fishing for crabs with bait
Seals cove adventure centre – kids play centre just outside bridport

Abbotsbury subtropical gardens @ Abbotsbury
Nothe fort and gardens @ Weymouth
Fossil hunting @ Lyme regis
Fossil museum @ Lyme regis
The tunnel tree tops near Lyme regis
The eden project @ Boldeva (Cornwall)
The lost gardens of Heligen @ Pentewan (Cornwall)
Stonehenge @ Salisbuy (Wiltshire)

Golden cap and Langdon hill loop – 6.5km
Thorncombe beacon from Eype – 5km
West bay to Burton Bradstock (and back) – 6.75km
Burton Bradstock beach loop with cafe! – 4.5Km 
Pilsdon pen loop – 6.5km
Symmondsbury estate – various routes
Maiden castle – various routes

Soulshine – Breakfast/Lunch – Quirky cafe with lots of vegan and vegetarian options
Symmondsbury kitchen – Breakfast/Lunch – great little spot for a day out exploring the estate
The Hive cafe – breakfast/lunch/dinner – Fresh seafood on the hive beach
Rise – breakfast/lunch/dinner – Rustic beachy vibe just off the west bay harbour, their cocktails are worth a try!
The Platform – Lunch/dinner – expensive but great food in a unique setting
Mercato Italiano  – Lunch/Dinner – Pizza and wine!
The shave cross inn – lunch/dinner – pub style food close to marshwood!
Brassica forno – takeaway with lots of home baked temptations

The Anchor @ Seatown – handy if you’re visiting golden cap
Brassica @ Beaminster – italian inspired
The Stableyard @ Beaminster