Area Info for Warmwell (Dorset)

Warmwell, Dorset, UK

Warmwell 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 rural charm and scenic countryside.

Geography and Location

The village lies within the Dorset countryside, characterised by rolling hills, farmland, and woodland areas. Its proximity to Dorchester provides residents and visitors with access to local amenities and historical sites.

History and Heritage

Warmwell has a history that is typical of many rural villages in Dorset, with roots dating back several centuries. The area has historically been involved in agriculture and farming activities. There are no major historical landmarks specifically within Warmwell, but the surrounding region is rich in history, including nearby sites such as Dorchester's Roman and Saxon heritage.

Local Features and Attractions

While Warmwell itself is primarily residential and rural, it is close to natural attractions and outdoor activities. The nearby Dorset countryside offers opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploring nature. The village is also near the Warmwell Holiday Park, which provides leisure facilities and accommodation options for visitors.

Community and Amenities

The community in Warmwell is small and close-knit. Local amenities are limited within the village itself, but residents typically rely on nearby towns for shopping, schools, and other services. The area is popular among those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle.

Transport

Transport links in Warmwell are primarily road-based, with access to nearby towns via local roads. Public transport options may be limited, so residents often depend on private vehicles for commuting and travel.
Education
School
Broadmayne First School1.32 miles
Knighton Lane, Broadmayne, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8PH
Frome Valley CofE VA First School2.17 miles
School Drive, Crossways, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8WR
Dorset Studio School3.94 miles
Kingston Maurward, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8PX
Manor Park Church of England First School3.96 miles
Mellstock Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2BH
St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided School, Preston, Weymouth3.99 miles
Littlemoor Road, Preston, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6AA
Westfield Arts College3.99 miles
Littlemoor Road, Preston, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6AA
St Osmund's Church of England Voluntary Aided Middle School, Dorchester4.10 miles
Barnes Way, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2DZ
St Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester4.10 miles
Lucetta Lane, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2DD
Sunninghill Preparatory School4.38 miles
South Court, South Walks Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1EB
Bincombe Valley Primary School4.53 miles
Culliford Way, Littlemoor, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6AW
Dorchester Learning Centre4.55 miles
The Old Rectory, Winterborne Monkton, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9PS
Dorchester Middle School4.78 miles
Queen`s Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2HS
The Prince of Wales School4.89 miles
Maiden Castle Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2HH
Damers First School4.93 miles
Damers Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2LB
The Thomas Hardye School4.99 miles
Queen`s Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2ET
St Mary's Church of England Middle School, Puddletown5.07 miles
Puddletown, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8SA
Health
Clinic
Specsavers Hearcare - Shp - Dorchester4.56 miles
20 South Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1BS
BPAS Dorchester4.57 miles
Dorchester Contraception and Sexual Health Centre, 20 Trinity Street, Dorchester, DT1 1TU
Bpas Dorcester4.57 miles
20 Trinity Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1TU
Puddletown Surgery5.16 miles
2A Athelhampton Road, Puddletown, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8FY
Gp-Led Walk-In-Centre5.48 miles
Weymouth Community Health Centre, Weymouth Community Hospital, 3 Melcombe Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7TB
Dorchester Road Surgery5.53 miles
177 - 179 Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7LE
The Bridges Medical Centre5.97 miles
26 Commercial Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7DW
Headway Dorset (Albany Park)16.70 miles
22 Albany Park, Cabot Lane, Poole, Dorset, BH17 7BX
Poole NHS Healthcare Centre16.71 miles
Boots the Chemist Ltd, Dolphin Centre, 190-196 High Street, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1SX
Poole Community Health Clinic16.93 miles
Shaftesbury Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2NT
The Harvey Practice16.98 miles
Wallace House Surgery, 18 Kirkway, Broadstone, Dorset, BH18 8EE
Poole Child Development Centre17.08 miles
Longfleet Road,, BH15 2JB
Canford Heath Clinic17.87 miles
Neighbourhood Centre, Culliford Crescent, Canford Heath, Poole, BH17 9DW
Jessopp House18.38 miles
Mill Lane, Wimborne, BH21 1HG
Community Dental Service18.48 miles
Parkstone Health Centre, Mansfield Road, Poole, BH14 0DJ
Oakley House18.54 miles
15 Oakley Lane, Wimborne, Bournemouth, BH21 1SF
GP
Broadmayne Surgery1.18 miles
Osmington Drove, Broadmayne, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8ER
Crossways Health Centre1.98 miles
Old Farm Way, Crossways, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8TU
Preston Road Surgery3.86 miles
102 Preston Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6BB
Fordington Practice4.24 miles
91-93 High Street, Fordington, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1LD
Atrium Health Centre4.51 miles
Atrium Health Centre, 7 Weymouth Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1QR
Queens Avenue Surgery4.61 miles
14 Queens Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2EW
Littlemoor Health Centre & Surgery4.70 miles
Louviers Road, Littlemoor, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6SA
Puddletown Surgery5.16 miles
Athelhampton Road, Puddletown, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8FY
Cornwall Road Medical Practice5.31 miles
3 Frederick Treves House, St John Way, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2FD
The Prince of Wales Surgery5.31 miles
2 Fredrick Treves House, St John Way, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2FD
Weymouth Walk-In Centre and The Practice Surgery 5.48 miles
WEYMOUTH COMMUNITY HEALTH CNTR "Walk-In Centre", WEYMOUTH COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, MELCOME AVENUE, WEYMOUTH, DT4 7TB
Dorchester Road Surgery5.53 miles
179 Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7LE
The Wellbridge Practice, Wool Surgery5.71 miles
The Wellbridge Practice, Meadow Lane, Wool, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6DR
Royal Crescent Surgery5.74 miles
25 Crescent Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BY
The Bridges Medical Centre5.97 miles
26 Commercial Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7DW
Abbotsbury Road Practice6.25 miles
24 Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth, Dorset, Weymouth, DT4 0AE
Hospital
BMI The Winterbourne Hospital4.28 miles
Herringston Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2DR
Maiden Castle House4.55 miles
30 Maiden Castle Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2ER
Dorset County Hospital4.93 miles
Williams Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2JY
Weymouth Community Hospital5.48 miles
Melcombe Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7TB
Westhaven Hospital6.74 miles
Radipole Lane, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0QE
Forston Clinic7.12 miles
Herrison Road, Dorschester, Dorset, DT2 9TB
Portland Hospital8.33 miles
Castle Road, Castletown, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1AX
Wareham Community Hospital10.50 miles
Streche Road, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4QQ
Blandford Community Hospital15.53 miles
Milldown Road, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7DD
BMI The Harbour Hospital16.97 miles
St Mary`s Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2BH
Poole Hospital17.08 miles
Longfleet Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2JB
Swanage Community Hospital17.87 miles
Queens Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2ES
Oakcroft18.10 miles
42 Gravel Hill, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1RR
Victoria Hospital18.10 miles
Victoria Hospital, Victoria Road, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1ER
Bridport Community Hospital18.77 miles
Hospital Lane, North Allington, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5DR
Greenfields Day Hospital18.77 miles
Hospital Lane, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5DR
Pharmacy
Rowlands Pharmacy3.84 miles
7 Littlemoor Road, Preston, Weymouth, DT3 6LD
Tesco Superstore4.43 miles
Weymouth Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2RY
Market Pharmacy4.54 miles
Unit 1 Brewery Square, 5 Weymouth Avenue, (adjacent ATRIUM Health Centre), Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1QS
Superdrug Stores Plc4.56 miles
17 South Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1BS
Rowlands Pharmacy4.62 miles
Unit 3, Littlemoor Shopping Ctr, Littlemoor Road, Weymouth, DT3 6NQ
Boots4.64 miles
12 - 13 Cornhill, Dorchester, DT1 1BQ
Victoria Park Pharmacy4.78 miles
14 Maud Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2LW
Rowlands Pharmacy5.31 miles
1 Frederick Treves House, St John Way, Poundbury, DT1 2FD
Morrisons Pharmacy5.51 miles
Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5AX
Boots5.55 miles
Dorchester Road, Wool, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6EJ
Wessex Pharmacies Ltd5.62 miles
14 Avenue Rd, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7JJ
Angel Pharmacy (Crescent)5.81 miles
24 Crescent Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7BX
Lloydspharmacy5.99 miles
22 Gloucester Street, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7AW
Boots6.14 miles
81-82 St Mary Street, And 24 St Thomas Street, Weymouth, DT4 8PJ
Boots6.25 miles
26 Abbotsbury Road, Westham, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0AE
Angel Pharmacy (Southill)6.26 miles
123 Radipole Lane, Southill, Weymouth, DT4 9SS
Leisure
Park
KINGSTON MAURWARD (Grade II* Listed)4.07 miles
THORNCOMBE WOOD4.14 miles
DORCHESTER RIVERSIDE4.64 miles
TOWN WALKS, DORCHESTER (Grade II Listed)4.65 miles
BOROUGH GARDENS, DORCHESTER (Grade II Listed)4.69 miles
LODMOOR4.80 miles
ATHELHAMPTON (Grade I Listed)5.36 miles
RADIPOLE COMMUNITY WOODLAND5.69 miles
RADIPOLE SCHOOL5.78 miles
WATERSTON MANOR (Grade II Listed)5.84 miles
EIGHT ACRE WOOD5.87 miles
PRINCE'S PLOT, CHARMINSTER6.23 miles
DORSET6.96 miles
LULWORTH CASTLE (Grade II Listed)7.02 miles
CROOKHILL BRICKPITS, CHICKERELL7.53 miles
CHISWELL WALLED GARDEN8.67 miles
Shop
Groceries
Nisa J & J Wilson1.59 miles
Warmwell Holiday Park, Warmwell, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8JE
Crossways Post Office & Stores1.89 miles
21 Mount Skippet Way, Crossways, Dorchester DT2 8TP
Co-op Dorchester2.08 miles
Warmwell Road, Crossways, DT2 8BS
SPAR Haven Seaview3.19 miles
Haven Seaview, Preston, Dorset, DT3 6DZ
Co-op Weymouth3.36 miles
Preston Road, DT3 6BJ
SPAR Preston Road3.60 miles
Spar, 201 Preston Road, Dorset, DT3 6BG
Budgens Weymouth4.02 miles
Littlemoor Shopping Centre, Littlemoor Road, Littlemoor, Weymouth, DT3 6HP
Tesco Dorchester (Superstore)4.39 miles
Weymouth Ave, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2RY
Iceland Dorchester4.57 miles
Trinity Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1TU
Waitrose Dorchester4.59 miles
Tudor Arcade, South Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1BN
M&S Dorchester4.62 miles
48 South Street, Dorchester, DT1 1DQ
Co-op Dorchester4.62 miles
Dorchester, DT1 1TT
Londis R & O Ball & Son4.63 miles
High Street, Nr Dorchester, DT2 8RT
Londis, Dorchester4.68 miles
65 High West Street, Dorchester, DT1 1AX
SPAR Maud Road4.78 miles
8, Maud Road, Dorset, DT1 2LW
Nisa J & J Wilson4.82 miles
Durdle Door Holiday Park, Lulworth Cove, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5PU
Transport
Airport
Bournemouth International Airport23.96 miles
Bus Stop
The Post Office (N)0.20 miles
The Post Office (SE)0.20 miles
Warmwell Cross (NE)0.24 miles
Warmwell Cross (W)0.25 miles
Warmwell Cross (N)0.35 miles
Warmwell Cross (S)0.36 miles
The Lodge (NW)0.80 miles
Poxwell Cottages (N)1.12 miles
Post Office (N)1.18 miles
Post Office (S)1.19 miles
Gallows Hill (W)1.20 miles
St Michaels Church (N)1.20 miles
St Michaels Church (SE)1.21 miles
Poxwell Manor (S)1.21 miles
Kit Lane (E)1.23 miles
Chalky Road (NW)1.28 miles
Ferry Port
Weymouth Ferry Terminal6.01 miles
Poole Ferry Terminal16.05 miles
Poole Quay Ferry Landing16.42 miles
Brownsea Island Ferry Landing17.50 miles
Shell Bay Ferry Terminal17.75 miles
Sandbanks Ferry Terminal17.82 miles
Tuckton Tea Gardens Ferry Landing25.04 miles
Christchurch Quay Ferry Landing25.44 miles
Wick Christchurch Ferry Landing25.45 miles
Hengistbury Head Ferry Landing27.01 miles
Mudeford Quay Ferry Landing27.08 miles
Lymington Pier Ferry Terminal36.62 miles
Yarmouth IOW Ferry Terminal37.49 miles
Railway Station
Moreton (Dorset) Rail Station2.71 miles
Dorchester South Rail Station4.41 miles
Dorchester West Rail Station4.67 miles
Upwey Rail Station5.13 miles
Weymouth Rail Station5.85 miles
Wool Rail Station5.90 miles
Wareham Rail Station10.61 miles
Maiden Newton Rail Station11.97 miles
Holton Heath Rail Station12.44 miles
Hamworthy Rail Station15.15 miles
Chetnole Rail Station16.45 miles
Poole Rail Station16.60 miles
Yetminster Rail Station18.16 miles
Parkstone (Dorset) Rail Station18.17 miles
Thornford Rail Station19.15 miles
Branksome Rail Station19.43 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (DT2 8H*)
Number of Properties in Catchment346
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
1, VYSE BARN COTTAGES
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8HH		£425,000
2024-11-29
terraced
freehold
CHURCH COTTAGES (3)
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8HQ		£222,500
2021-11-04
terraced
freehold
Sold 2007-08-23   £200,000
Sold 2004-08-06   £175,000
1, HEATH COTTAGES
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8JF		£350,000
2021-01-11
semidetached
freehold
2, HEATH COTTAGES
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8JF		£350,000
2021-01-08
semidetached
freehold
ROSE COTTAGES (1)
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8HG		£280,000
2020-12-08
semidetached
freehold
ROSE COTTAGES (2)
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8HG		£285,000
2020-11-27
semidetached
freehold
2, VYSE BARN COTTAGES
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8HH		£345,000
2020-09-04
terraced
freehold
Sold 2014-11-14   £227,500
NEW COTTAGE
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8JF		£375,000
2020-08-28
detached
freehold
STABLE LODGE
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8HQ		£470,000
2020-02-06
detached
freehold
Sold 2004-08-26   £395,000
THE OLD STABLES (BRIDLE HOUSE)
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8HQ		£445,000
2019-07-31
terraced
freehold
Sold 2013-08-21   £355,000
Sold 2007-07-16   £415,000
THE CART HOUSE
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8HQ		£315,000
2019-01-16
semidetached
freehold
Sold 2005-01-04   £249,950
Sold 2003-05-02   £200,000
4, RECTORY COTTAGES
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8HF		£257,000
2018-08-02
semidetached
freehold
Sold 2017-03-02   £229,000
Sold 2010-02-05   £207,000
Sold 2004-04-16   £214,000
Sold 2001-05-30   £120,000
Sold 1997-12-05   £20,000
5, RECTORY COTTAGES
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8HF		£255,000
2016-05-27
semidetached
freehold
THE OLD RECTORY
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8HQ		£1,200,000
2011-06-23
detached
freehold
4, VYSE BARN COTTAGES
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8HH		£360,000
2011-01-06
detached
freehold
Sold 2003-07-18   £220,000
5, THE OLD STABLES
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8HQ		£235,000
2010-12-10
terraced
freehold
Sold 2005-08-19   £210,000
Sold 2003-09-25   £150,000
3, RECTORY COTTAGES
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8HF		£250,000
2007-04-05
terraced
freehold
Sold 2004-06-04   £225,000
Sold 1995-08-17   £86,000
3, VYSE BARN COTTAGES
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8HH		£230,000
2006-03-30
terraced
freehold
Sold 2003-01-23   £173,000
2, RECTORY COTTAGES
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8HF		£215,000
2005-05-23
terraced
freehold
Sold 1997-09-30   £80,000
WINNOW HOUSE
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8HQ		£499,500
2005-04-26
semidetached (New)
freehold
KEEPERS COTTAGE
WARMWELL
DORCHESTER
DORSET
DT2 8JF		£500,000
2002-11-11
detached
freehold
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