Area Info for Puddletown (Dorset)

Overview of Puddletown, Dorset, UK

Puddletown is a small village located in the county of Dorset, in the South West of England. It is situated near the town of Dorchester and is known for its historic charm and rural character. The village is part of the civil parish of Puddletown, which includes surrounding countryside and smaller hamlets.

History and Heritage

Puddletown has a rich history that dates back several centuries. The village's name is believed to derive from Old English, meaning "Puddle Town," possibly referring to the area's historical water features or marshy land. The village features several historic buildings, including traditional cottages and farmhouses. The local church, St. Mary’s Church, is a notable historic site with origins dating back to the medieval period.

Geography and Environment

The village is characterised by its picturesque rural landscape, with open fields, woodland, and farmland surrounding it. Puddletown is close to the River Piddle, which flows nearby, contributing to the area's lush environment. The region offers scenic walking and cycling routes, making it popular among outdoor enthusiasts.

Community and Amenities

Puddletown maintains a small but active community. The village has a few local amenities, including a pub, a village hall, and a primary school. For more extensive services and shopping, residents typically travel to nearby Dorchester or other larger towns.

Transport Links

The village is accessible by road, with connections to the A35 and other major routes. Public transport options are limited but include bus services that connect Puddletown to Dorchester and surrounding areas. The nearest railway station is in Dorchester, providing rail links to larger cities.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
Education
School
St Mary's Church of England Middle School, Puddletown0.68 miles
Puddletown, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8SA
Puddletown Church of England First School0.84 miles
Dorchester Road, Puddletown, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8FZ
Dorset Studio School2.50 miles
Kingston Maurward, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8PX
Frome Valley CofE VA First School2.85 miles
School Drive, Crossways, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8WR
Sunninghill Preparatory School3.72 miles
South Court, South Walks Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1EB
St Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester3.72 miles
Lucetta Lane, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2DD
Broadmayne First School3.80 miles
Knighton Lane, Broadmayne, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8PH
St Osmund's Church of England Voluntary Aided Middle School, Dorchester3.95 miles
Barnes Way, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2DZ
Manor Park Church of England First School3.96 miles
Mellstock Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2BH
Milborne St Andrew First School4.36 miles
Hopsfield, Milborne St Andrew, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 0JE
St Mary's Church of England First School, Charminster4.38 miles
West Hill, Charminster, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9RD
Damers First School4.39 miles
Damers Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2LB
Cheselbourne Village School4.42 miles
Cheselbourne, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 7NT
Dorchester Middle School4.45 miles
Queen`s Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2HS
The Thomas Hardye School4.67 miles
Queen`s Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2ET
Piddle Valley Church of England First School4.78 miles
Piddletrenthide, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 7QL
Health
Clinic
Puddletown Surgery0.93 miles
2A Athelhampton Road, Puddletown, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8FY
Specsavers Hearcare - Shp - Dorchester3.84 miles
20 South Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1BS
BPAS Dorchester3.90 miles
Dorchester Contraception and Sexual Health Centre, 20 Trinity Street, Dorchester, DT1 1TU
Bpas Dorcester3.90 miles
20 Trinity Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1TU
Dorchester Road Surgery8.89 miles
177 - 179 Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7LE
Gp-Led Walk-In-Centre9.01 miles
Weymouth Community Health Centre, Weymouth Community Hospital, 3 Melcombe Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7TB
The Bridges Medical Centre9.54 miles
26 Commercial Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7DW
The Harvey Practice15.99 miles
Wallace House Surgery, 18 Kirkway, Broadstone, Dorset, BH18 8EE
Headway Dorset (Albany Park)16.05 miles
22 Albany Park, Cabot Lane, Poole, Dorset, BH17 7BX
Poole NHS Healthcare Centre16.52 miles
Boots the Chemist Ltd, Dolphin Centre, 190-196 High Street, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1SX
Poole Community Health Clinic16.70 miles
Shaftesbury Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2NT
Jessopp House16.77 miles
Mill Lane, Wimborne, BH21 1HG
Poole Child Development Centre16.84 miles
Longfleet Road,, BH15 2JB
Canford Heath Clinic17.12 miles
Neighbourhood Centre, Culliford Crescent, Canford Heath, Poole, BH17 9DW
Oakley House17.19 miles
15 Oakley Lane, Wimborne, Bournemouth, BH21 1SF
Community Dental Service18.16 miles
Parkstone Health Centre, Mansfield Road, Poole, BH14 0DJ
GP
Puddletown Surgery0.93 miles
Athelhampton Road, Puddletown, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8FY
Crossways Health Centre3.22 miles
Old Farm Way, Crossways, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8TU
Fordington Practice3.49 miles
91-93 High Street, Fordington, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1LD
Atrium Health Centre3.98 miles
Atrium Health Centre, 7 Weymouth Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1QR
Broadmayne Surgery4.32 miles
Osmington Drove, Broadmayne, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8ER
Milton Abbas Practice4.33 miles
7 Milton Road Close, Milborne St andrew, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 0JY
Queens Avenue Surgery4.34 miles
14 Queens Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2EW
Cornwall Road Medical Practice4.67 miles
3 Frederick Treves House, St John Way, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2FD
The Prince of Wales Surgery4.67 miles
2 Fredrick Treves House, St John Way, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2FD
Bere Regis Practice6.11 miles
Manor Farm Road, Bere Regis, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 7HB
Milton Abbas Practice6.76 miles
Catherines Well, Milton Abbas, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 0AT
The Wellbridge Practice, Wool Surgery7.04 miles
The Wellbridge Practice, Meadow Lane, Wool, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6DR
Cerne Abbas Surgery7.13 miles
Cerne Abbas Surgery, 51 Long Street, Cerne Abbas, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 7JG
Preston Road Surgery7.26 miles
102 Preston Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6BB
Littlemoor Health Centre & Surgery7.52 miles
Louviers Road, Littlemoor, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6SA
Dorchester Road Surgery8.89 miles
179 Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7LE
Hospital
Dorset County Hospital4.25 miles
Williams Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2JY
Forston Clinic4.36 miles
Herrison Road, Dorschester, Dorset, DT2 9TB
Maiden Castle House4.37 miles
30 Maiden Castle Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2ER
BMI The Winterbourne Hospital4.46 miles
Herringston Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2DR
Weymouth Community Hospital9.01 miles
Melcombe Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7TB
Westhaven Hospital10.01 miles
Radipole Lane, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0QE
Wareham Community Hospital11.09 miles
Streche Road, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4QQ
Blandford Community Hospital12.01 miles
Milldown Road, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7DD
Portland Hospital12.44 miles
Castle Road, Castletown, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1AX
Yeatman Hospital16.30 miles
Hospital Lane, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3JU
Victoria Hospital16.42 miles
Victoria Hospital, Victoria Road, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1ER
BMI The Harbour Hospital16.73 miles
St Mary`s Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2BH
Oakcroft16.84 miles
42 Gravel Hill, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1RR
Poole Hospital16.84 miles
Longfleet Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2JB
Bridport Community Hospital18.04 miles
Hospital Lane, North Allington, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5DR
Greenfields Day Hospital18.04 miles
Hospital Lane, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5DR
Pharmacy
Boots3.81 miles
12 - 13 Cornhill, Dorchester, DT1 1BQ
Superdrug Stores Plc3.84 miles
17 South Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1BS
Market Pharmacy3.98 miles
Unit 1 Brewery Square, 5 Weymouth Avenue, (adjacent ATRIUM Health Centre), Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1QS
Victoria Park Pharmacy4.32 miles
14 Maud Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2LW
Tesco Superstore4.47 miles
Weymouth Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2RY
Rowlands Pharmacy4.67 miles
1 Frederick Treves House, St John Way, Poundbury, DT1 2FD
Boots6.94 miles
Dorchester Road, Wool, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6EJ
Rowlands Pharmacy7.20 miles
7 Littlemoor Road, Preston, Weymouth, DT3 6LD
Rowlands Pharmacy7.46 miles
Unit 3, Littlemoor Shopping Ctr, Littlemoor Road, Weymouth, DT3 6NQ
Morrisons Pharmacy8.52 miles
Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5AX
Wessex Pharmacies Ltd9.16 miles
14 Avenue Rd, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7JJ
Angel Pharmacy (Southill)9.38 miles
123 Radipole Lane, Southill, Weymouth, DT4 9SS
Angel Pharmacy (Crescent)9.40 miles
24 Crescent Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BX
Lloydspharmacy9.59 miles
22 Gloucester Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7AW
Boots9.79 miles
26 Abbotsbury Road, Westham, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0AE
Boots9.80 miles
81-82 St Mary Street, And 24 St Thomas Street, Weymouth, DT4 8PJ
Leisure
Park
THORNCOMBE WOOD1.46 miles
ATHELHAMPTON (Grade I Listed)1.48 miles
WATERSTON MANOR (Grade II Listed)1.50 miles
KINGSTON MAURWARD (Grade II* Listed)2.25 miles
DORCHESTER RIVERSIDE3.62 miles
TOWN WALKS, DORCHESTER (Grade II Listed)4.01 miles
BOROUGH GARDENS, DORCHESTER (Grade II Listed)4.03 miles
PRINCE'S PLOT, CHARMINSTER4.24 miles
DORSET5.21 miles
BINGHAM'S MELCOMBE (Grade II* Listed)5.79 miles
EIGHT ACRE WOOD6.58 miles
MILTON ABBEY (Grade II* Listed)6.72 miles
LODMOOR8.22 miles
ANDERSON MANOR (Grade II Listed)8.64 miles
HOG CLIFF8.71 miles
RADIPOLE COMMUNITY WOODLAND8.72 miles
Shop
Groceries
Crossways Post Office & Stores3.19 miles
21 Mount Skippet Way, Crossways, Dorchester DT2 8TP
Co-op Dorchester3.23 miles
Warmwell Road, Crossways, DT2 8BS
Nisa J & J Wilson3.33 miles
Warmwell Holiday Park, Warmwell, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8JE
Waitrose Dorchester3.79 miles
Tudor Arcade, South Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1BN
Londis, Dorchester3.81 miles
65 High West Street, Dorchester, DT1 1AX
M&S Dorchester3.84 miles
48 South Street, Dorchester, DT1 1DQ
SPAR Dorchester3.89 miles
Spar, The Grove, Dorset, DT1 1XU
Iceland Dorchester3.91 miles
Trinity Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1TU
Co-op Dorchester3.92 miles
Dorchester, DT1 1TT
Lidl Dorchester3.92 miles
1 The Grove, Dorchester, DT1 1XU
Londis R & O Ball & Son4.08 miles
High Street, Nr Dorchester, DT2 8RT
Sainsbury's Dorchester Local4.28 miles
Unit A, St. Martins Place, Bridport Road, Dorchester, DT1 2FB
SPAR Maud Road4.31 miles
8, Maud Road, Dorset, DT1 2LW
Tesco Dorchester (Superstore)4.51 miles
Weymouth Ave, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2RY
Londis Grays Stores4.77 miles
Milton Road, Milborne St Andrew, DT11 0JZ
SPAR Haven Seaview6.84 miles
Haven Seaview, Preston, Dorset, DT3 6DZ
Transport
Airport
Bournemouth International Airport23.08 miles
Bus Stop
Troytown (SW)0.55 miles
Troytown (SW)0.56 miles
Troytown (E)0.65 miles
Middle School (SW)0.70 miles
Post Box (SW)0.74 miles
Beech Road (SW)0.84 miles
Dorchester Road Traffic Lights (W)0.87 miles
Dorchester Road Traffic Lights (E)0.87 miles
Coombe Road (NE)0.90 miles
Coombe Road (NW)0.90 miles
First School (SE)0.91 miles
Coombe Road (E)0.91 miles
The Square (W)0.98 miles
The Square (E)0.98 miles
Mill Street (N)1.01 miles
Blue Vinney Pub (NE)1.09 miles
Ferry Port
Weymouth Ferry Terminal9.76 miles
Poole Ferry Terminal16.05 miles
Poole Quay Ferry Landing16.37 miles
Brownsea Island Ferry Landing17.87 miles
Shell Bay Ferry Terminal18.26 miles
Sandbanks Ferry Terminal18.27 miles
Tuckton Tea Gardens Ferry Landing24.81 miles
Christchurch Quay Ferry Landing25.21 miles
Wick Christchurch Ferry Landing25.22 miles
Hengistbury Head Ferry Landing26.90 miles
Mudeford Quay Ferry Landing26.93 miles
Lymington Pier Ferry Terminal36.24 miles
Yarmouth IOW Ferry Terminal37.54 miles
Bathurst Basin Ferry Landing50.19 miles
Prince Street Bridge Ferry Landing50.22 miles
Millennium Square Ferry Landing50.26 miles
Railway Station
Moreton (Dorset) Rail Station3.16 miles
Dorchester South Rail Station3.99 miles
Dorchester West Rail Station4.14 miles
Wool Rail Station7.08 miles
Upwey Rail Station7.77 miles
Weymouth Rail Station9.43 miles
Maiden Newton Rail Station9.73 miles
Wareham Rail Station11.03 miles
Holton Heath Rail Station12.36 miles
Chetnole Rail Station12.97 miles
Yetminster Rail Station14.46 miles
Hamworthy Rail Station14.81 miles
Thornford Rail Station15.39 miles
Sherborne Rail Station15.82 miles
Poole Rail Station16.41 miles
Yeovil Junction Rail Station17.08 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (DT2 8Q*)
Number of Properties in Catchment586
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
2, THE GARDENS
TROYTOWN
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8QG		£345,000
2017-09-15
semidetached
freehold
THE KENNELS LODGE
PUDDLETOWN
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8QS		£515,000
2015-01-29
detached
freehold
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