Area Info for Langton Herring (Dorset)

Langton Herring (Dorset, UK)

Langton Herring is a small village located in the county of Dorset, in the South West of England. It is situated near the coast and is part of the civil parish of the same name. The village is known for its rural charm and traditional English countryside setting.

Geography and Location

Langton Herring lies approximately 4 miles west of the town of Weymouth and is close to the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its geological significance and stunning coastal scenery. The village is surrounded by farmland and open countryside, offering picturesque views and a tranquil environment.

History and Heritage

The history of Langton Herring dates back several centuries, with historical records indicating its existence in medieval times. The village features traditional architecture, including historic cottages and farm buildings. It has maintained its rural character over the years, with agriculture historically playing a significant role in the local economy.

Community and Amenities

Langton Herring is a small community with limited amenities within the village itself. Residents often rely on nearby towns for services such as shops, schools, and healthcare. The village is known for its peaceful atmosphere and close-knit community.

Transport

The village is accessible by road, with connections to larger towns and transport links to the wider region. Public transport options are limited, so most residents and visitors typically use private vehicles to travel.

Natural Environment and Attractions

Being close to the Jurassic Coast, Langton Herring offers access to scenic coastal walks, beaches, and geological sites of interest. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, bird watching, and exploring the natural landscape.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
Education
School
Portesham Church of England Primary School2.12 miles
Winters Close, Portesham, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 4HP
Chickerell Primary Academy2.38 miles
Rashley Road, Chickerell, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 4AT
Budmouth College3.15 miles
Chickerell Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9SY
Southill Primary School3.24 miles
Sycamore Road, Southill, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9UF
Radipole Primary School3.33 miles
Radipole Lane, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5HS
St Nicholas and St Laurence Church of England Primary School, Broadwey3.37 miles
Broadwey, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5DQ
The Wey Valley School3.39 miles
Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5AN
Wyvern Academy3.46 miles
Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5AL
Conifers Primary School3.50 miles
Radipole Lane, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0QF
Beechcroft St Pauls CofE VA Primary School3.87 miles
Corporation Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0LQ
The Compass3.92 miles
307a Chickerell Road, Westham, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0QU
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Weymouth4.02 miles
Hardy Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0RH
Bincombe Valley Primary School4.23 miles
Culliford Way, Littlemoor, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6AW
St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided School, Weymouth4.32 miles
Coombe Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7TP
Wyke Regis Infant School and Nursery4.35 miles
Shrubbery Lane, Wyke Regis, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9LU
Wyke Regis Church of England Junior School4.45 miles
High Street, Wyke Regis, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9NU
Health
Clinic
Dorchester Road Surgery4.05 miles
177 - 179 Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7LE
The Bridges Medical Centre4.39 miles
26 Commercial Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7DW
Gp-Led Walk-In-Centre4.41 miles
Weymouth Community Health Centre, Weymouth Community Hospital, 3 Melcombe Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7TB
BPAS Dorchester6.84 miles
Dorchester Contraception and Sexual Health Centre, 20 Trinity Street, Dorchester, DT1 1TU
Bpas Dorcester6.84 miles
20 Trinity Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1TU
Specsavers Hearcare - Shp - Dorchester6.90 miles
20 South Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1BS
Puddletown Surgery11.51 miles
2A Athelhampton Road, Puddletown, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8FY
Lyme NHS Clinical Services18.56 miles
Lyme Community Care Centre, Uplyme Road, Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3LS
Community Services (Charter House)20.94 miles
Bartec 4, Watercombe Lane, Lynx West Trading Estate, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2SU
Community Services (Bartec)20.94 miles
Bartec, Watercombe Lane, Lynx West Trading Estate, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2SU
Fiveways Resource Centre21.47 miles
Ilchester Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3BB
Magnolia21.49 miles
Summerlands Hospital Site, Preston Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2BN
Holly Court21.49 miles
Summerlands, Preston Rd, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2BN
South Somerset Camhs21.55 miles
The Balidon Centre, Summerlands Site, Preston Rd, Yeovil, BA20 2BX
Rowan21.55 miles
Summerlands Hospital Site, Preston Road, Yeovil, BA20 2BX
Ryalls Park Medical Centre21.83 miles
Marsh Lane, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3BA
GP
Portesham Practice2.12 miles
Malthouse Meadows, Portesham, Dorset, DT3 4NS
Abbotsbury Road Surgery - Chickerell Branch2.29 miles
36 Lower Way, Chickerell, Weymouth, Chickerell, DT3 4AR
Lanehouse Surgery3.63 miles
Ludlow Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0HB
Littlemoor Health Centre & Surgery4.01 miles
Louviers Road, Littlemoor, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6SA
Dorchester Road Surgery4.05 miles
179 Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7LE
Abbotsbury Road Practice4.22 miles
24 Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth, Dorset, Weymouth, DT4 0AE
The Bridges Medical Centre4.39 miles
26 Commercial Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7DW
Weymouth Walk-In Centre and The Practice Surgery 4.41 miles
WEYMOUTH COMMUNITY HEALTH CNTR "Walk-In Centre", WEYMOUTH COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, MELCOME AVENUE, WEYMOUTH, DT4 7TB
Royal Crescent Surgery4.45 miles
25 Crescent Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BY
Cross Road Surgery4.49 miles
Cross Road Surgery, Cross Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9QX
Wyke Regis Health Centre4.50 miles
Portland Road, Wyke Regis, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9BE
Preston Road Surgery5.08 miles
102 Preston Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6BB
Cornwall Road Medical Practice6.31 miles
3 Frederick Treves House, St John Way, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2FD
The Prince of Wales Surgery6.31 miles
2 Fredrick Treves House, St John Way, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2FD
Queens Avenue Surgery6.36 miles
14 Queens Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2EW
Atrium Health Centre6.73 miles
Atrium Health Centre, 7 Weymouth Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1QR
Hospital
Westhaven Hospital3.45 miles
Radipole Lane, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0QE
Weymouth Community Hospital4.41 miles
Melcombe Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7TB
BMI The Winterbourne Hospital6.15 miles
Herringston Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2DR
Maiden Castle House6.31 miles
30 Maiden Castle Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2ER
Dorset County Hospital6.60 miles
Williams Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2JY
Portland Hospital6.87 miles
Castle Road, Castletown, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1AX
Forston Clinic8.79 miles
Herrison Road, Dorschester, Dorset, DT2 9TB
Bridport Community Hospital11.98 miles
Hospital Lane, North Allington, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5DR
Greenfields Day Hospital11.98 miles
Hospital Lane, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5DR
Wareham Community Hospital19.08 miles
Streche Road, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4QQ
Crewkerne Community Hospital19.81 miles
Middle Path,, TA18 8BG
Yeatman Hospital21.32 miles
Hospital Lane, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3JU
Yeovil District Hospital21.33 miles
Higher Kingston, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 4AT
Axminster Community Hospital22.00 miles
Chard Road, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5DU
Blandford Community Hospital22.54 miles
Milldown Road, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7DD
Seaton Hospital23.50 miles
Valley View Road, Seaton, Devon, EX12 2UU
Pharmacy
Day Lewis Pharmacy2.32 miles
16 East Street, Chickerell, Weymouth, DT3 4DT
Angel Pharmacy (Southill)3.26 miles
123 Radipole Lane, Southill, Weymouth, DT4 9SS
Morrisons Pharmacy3.51 miles
Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5AX
Wessex Pharmacies Ltd3.66 miles
Lanehouse Rocks Rd, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9DJ
Angel Pharmacy (Abbotsbury)3.91 miles
173a Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0LX
Rowlands Pharmacy4.08 miles
Unit 3, Littlemoor Shopping Ctr, Littlemoor Road, Weymouth, DT3 6NQ
Boots4.22 miles
26 Abbotsbury Road, Westham, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0AE
Wessex Pharmacies Ltd4.39 miles
14 Avenue Rd, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7JJ
Asda Pharmacy4.40 miles
Newstead Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8JQ
Lloydspharmacy4.44 miles
22 Gloucester Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7AW
Angel Pharmacy (Crescent)4.46 miles
24 Crescent Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BX
Boots4.61 miles
81-82 St Mary Street, And 24 St Thomas Street, Weymouth, DT4 8PJ
Boots4.63 miles
107 Portland Road, Wyke Regis, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9BG
Angel Pharmacy (Buxton)4.67 miles
27 Buxton Road, Rodwell, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9PQ
Rowlands Pharmacy5.07 miles
7 Littlemoor Road, Preston, Weymouth, DT3 6LD
Tesco Superstore6.16 miles
Weymouth Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2RY
Leisure
Park
CROOKHILL BRICKPITS, CHICKERELL2.52 miles
RADIPOLE SCHOOL3.26 miles
ABBOTSBURY GARDENS (Grade I Listed)3.36 miles
VALLEY OF STONES3.42 miles
RADIPOLE COMMUNITY WOODLAND3.44 miles
BRIDEHEAD (Grade II Listed)4.25 miles
LODMOOR4.51 miles
BOROUGH GARDENS, DORCHESTER (Grade II Listed)6.74 miles
TOWN WALKS, DORCHESTER (Grade II Listed)6.75 miles
CHISWELL WALLED GARDEN7.00 miles
DORCHESTER RIVERSIDE7.18 miles
DORSET7.30 miles
PRINCE'S PLOT, CHARMINSTER7.72 miles
KINGSTON MAURWARD (Grade II* Listed)8.40 miles
HOG CLIFF9.14 miles
THORNCOMBE WOOD9.18 miles
Shop
Groceries
SPAR Radipole Lane3.26 miles
Spar Tidings News, 127-129 Radipole Lane, Dorset, DT4 9SS
M&S Weymouth Bp3.37 miles
316 To 318 Dorchester Road, Weymouth Dorset, DT3 5AS
SPAR Haven Littlesea3.53 miles
Haven Littlesea, Lynch Lane, Dorset, DT4 9DT
Morrisons Weymouth3.62 miles
Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5JA
Tesco Weymouth (Express)3.69 miles
Lanehouse Rocks Rd, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9DJ
Sainsbury's Weymouth3.73 miles
Mercery Road, Weymouth, DT3 5BJ
Lidl Weymouth3.88 miles
148 Dorchester Road, Weymouth, DT3 5EF
Londis Abbotsbury Rd Post Office3.90 miles
173 Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth, DT4 0LX
Tesco Weymouth (Express)4.17 miles
56 Dorchester Rd, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7JZ
Convenience Corner4.22 miles
40-42 Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth Dorset DT4 0AE
ALDI Jubilee Sidings4.31 miles
Weymouth, DT4 7BG
ASDA Weymouth4.36 miles
Newstead Road, Weymouth, DT4 8JQ
SPAR Euro Garage Weymouth4.39 miles
King Street, Dorset, DT4 7BJ
Bon Bon Convenience Store4.44 miles
4a Queen Street, Weymouth Dorset DT4 7HZ
Co-op Weymouth4.48 miles
Wyke Regis, DT4 9BE
Londis Electra Shop Ltd4.51 miles
28 Westham Road, Weymouth, DT4 8NU
Transport
Airport
Bournemouth International Airport32.58 miles
Exeter International Airport38.47 miles
Bristol International Airport51.98 miles
Bus Stop
Rose's Lane (E)0.01 miles
Rose's Lane (W)0.01 miles
Rodden Farm Cottage (S)0.95 miles
Bagwell Farm Touring Park (NE)0.96 miles
Rodden Farm (N)0.96 miles
New Barn Farm (W)1.19 miles
Opposite New Barn Farm (E)1.20 miles
Moonfleet Manor (NE)1.21 miles
Knights in the Bottom (SE)1.26 miles
Knights in the Bottom (NW)1.27 miles
Sea Barn Cross (E)1.34 miles
Sea Barn Cross (W)1.34 miles
Kings Arms (NW)2.01 miles
Fleet Cottage (SE)2.01 miles
Fleet Cottage (NW)2.02 miles
Village Hall (SW)2.06 miles
Ferry Port
Weymouth Ferry Terminal4.87 miles
Poole Ferry Terminal24.66 miles
Poole Quay Ferry Landing25.04 miles
Brownsea Island Ferry Landing26.04 miles
Shell Bay Ferry Terminal26.25 miles
Sandbanks Ferry Terminal26.33 miles
Tuckton Tea Gardens Ferry Landing33.65 miles
Christchurch Quay Ferry Landing34.05 miles
Wick Christchurch Ferry Landing34.06 miles
Hengistbury Head Ferry Landing35.59 miles
Mudeford Quay Ferry Landing35.67 miles
Exmouth Ferry Landing38.50 miles
Starcross Ferry Landing39.41 miles
Bridgwater Ferry Terminal39.72 miles
Turf Lock Inn Ferry Landing40.32 miles
Topsham (Turf Lock Ferry) Ferry Landing40.37 miles
Railway Station
Upwey Rail Station3.55 miles
Weymouth Rail Station4.43 miles
Dorchester West Rail Station6.61 miles
Dorchester South Rail Station6.69 miles
Maiden Newton Rail Station9.62 miles
Moreton (Dorset) Rail Station11.00 miles
Wool Rail Station14.50 miles
Chetnole Rail Station15.58 miles
Yetminster Rail Station17.61 miles
Thornford Rail Station18.64 miles
Crewkerne Rail Station18.97 miles
Wareham Rail Station19.21 miles
Yeovil Junction Rail Station19.78 miles
Sherborne Rail Station20.95 miles
Holton Heath Rail Station21.07 miles
Yeovil Pen Mill Rail Station21.14 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (DT3 4H*)
Number of Properties in Catchment356
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)0
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)0
High Risk (>3.3%)0
Property Sales
SANDYWAY
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HS		£875,000
2025-02-26
detached
freehold
BUFFERS
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HT		£560,000
2023-05-31
detached
freehold
Sold 2018-08-30   £460,000
FOX BARROW HOUSE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HT		£605,000
2023-03-10
detached
freehold
CORNBRASH, 2, CHAPEL CLOSE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4LP		£850,000
2022-07-28
detached
freehold
6, COURT CLOSE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HY		£427,500
2022-01-17
semidetached
freehold
Sold 2009-08-07   £175,000
5, SHOP LANE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HU		£350,000
2021-06-29
otherPropertyType
freehold
8, SHOP LANE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HU		£635,000
2021-03-03
detached
freehold
Sold 2019-09-11   £550,000
HILLFOLD, ANGEL LANE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4JD		£565,000
2020-12-03
detached
freehold
6, COASTGUARD COTTAGES
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HZ		£450,000
2020-10-23
terraced
freehold
SHOP LANE (LERRET COTTAGE)
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HX		£635,000
2020-10-14
detached
freehold
Sold 2018-11-08   £620,000
HIGHER FARM (TAWNY OWL BARN)
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HX		£250,000
2020-08-07
semidetached
freehold
ELM TREE INN, SHOP LANE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HU		£470,000
2020-01-31
otherPropertyType
freehold
Sold 2019-06-28   £430,700
2, ROSES LANE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HS		£310,000
2019-11-05
terraced
freehold
Sold 2014-11-26   £249,950
Sold 2011-04-26   £250,000
3, SHOP LANE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HU		£300,000
2019-03-20
detached
freehold
7, COASTGUARD COTTAGES
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HZ		£791,000
2019-02-07
terraced
freehold
HOLLY COTTAGE, ANGEL LANE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4JD		£567,500
2019-01-30
detached
freehold
BARN COTTAGE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HT		£320,000
2018-11-22
terraced
freehold
HIGHER FARM COTTAGE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HX		£550,000
2018-07-26
detached
freehold
FOX BARROW COTTAGE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HT		£425,000
2017-12-15
detached
freehold
1, COASTGUARD COTTAGES
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HZ		£490,000
2017-11-03
terraced
freehold
Sold 2010-02-26   £380,000
STABLE COTTAGE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HT		£390,000
2017-08-21
detached
freehold
HAWKWELL, ANGEL LANE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4NY		£377,750
2017-05-26
semidetached
freehold
Sold 2007-01-12   £350,000
3, CHAPEL CLOSE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4LP		£450,000
2016-11-04
detached
freehold
2, ANGEL LANE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4JD		£473,000
2016-09-27
semidetached
freehold
TWO STILES
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HZ		£700,000
2016-09-01
detached
freehold
6, SHOP LANE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HU		£380,000
2016-08-19
terraced
freehold
2, COASTGUARD COTTAGES
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HZ		£420,000
2016-03-31
terraced
freehold
MANOR HOUSE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HS		£1,030,000
2016-02-11
detached
freehold
Sold 2011-05-19   £850,000
THE OLD READING ROOMS, ROSES LANE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HS		£300,000
2014-10-01
detached
freehold
Sold 2006-08-18   £290,000
HIGHER FARM (WANS BARTON), COASTGUARD ROAD
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HZ		£500,000
2014-06-06
otherPropertyType
freehold
2, THE SQUARE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HT		£235,000
2012-12-07
semidetached
freehold
9, COURT CLOSE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HY		£182,500
2009-08-07
semidetached
freehold
THE KNOLL, ROSES LANE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HS		£645,000
2009-07-07
detached
freehold
1, THE SQUARE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HT		£385,000
2007-08-20
semidetached
freehold
OAKAPPLE COTTAGE, ANGEL CLOSE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4NY		£478,500
2007-08-03
detached
freehold
CHESTNUT COTTAGE, ANGEL LANE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4NY		£415,000
2007-05-17
semidetached
freehold
LINDEN LEA
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HS		£222,000
2006-08-29
detached
freehold
SHOP LANE (LERRAT COTTAGE)
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HX		£480,000
2006-08-11
detached
freehold
WESTHOPE
LANGTON HERRING
WEYMOUTH
DORSET
DT3 4HZ		£550,000
2006-08-10
detached
freehold
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