Tucked away in the northwest corner of Dorset, the pretty town of
SHERBORNE
was once the capital of Wessex, its church having cathedral status until Old Sarum usurped the bishopric in 1075. This former glory is embodied by the magnificent
Abbey Church
(daily: April-Oct 8.30am-6pm; Nov-March 8.30am-4pm), which was founded in 705, later becoming a Benedictine abbey. Most of its extant parts date from a rebuilding in the fifteenth century, and it is one of the ... [More]
The Antelope Hotel is a modernised 18th century former coaching inn situated in the historic abbey town of Sherborne. The hotel prides itself on having a warm and friendly atmosphere as well as offering excellent evening meals and an interesting and varied wine list. Nearby places of interest includ... [More]
The Eastbury, now an elegant hotel, was in Georgian days a private residence. It's imposing facade is a noted landmark in the quiet, lower part of Old Sherborne, five minutes leisurely walk from the Abbey and the town's main shopping parade. Typical of a gentleman's residence of that period, the hou... [More]