Wimborne Minster is an ideal location for a short break, last minute break or weekend short break in Dorset.

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Holiday cottages near Wimborne Minster will give you the best of all worlds. Good value family holiday accommodation, weekend holiday cottages, luxury holiday cottages, and four star weekend cottages.  Farmhouse bed and breakfast and farm cottages are also popular.

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In the heart of the Dorset countryside, the market town of Wimborne Minster lies on the peaceful banks and water meadows of the River Stour. Steeped in history and heritage this town with its medieval Minster church and picturesque Georgian streets boasts a superb location in terms of accessibility to the town from other areas of the country and from the town to the surrounding rolling countryside.

The town offers an array of excellent shopping and leisure facilities, as well as a variety of antique and craft shops, galleries and boutiques. The famous Wimborne market and Grand Bazaar is open daily and is definitely a popular choice for shoppers.

The town also has a thriving musical and theatre company which shows regular concerts and pantomimes. The annual traditional Folk and Dance Festival has become one of the largest festivals attracting many dance and music teams from the South.

The town boasts some excellent cafes and restaurants including Les Bouviers with its open log fire and wholesome food on the menu.

The history of Wimborne Minster dates back to the 8th century when King Alfred ruled Wessex. Wimborne takes it full name from the Minster church built on the site of a monastery.

The focal point of the town is undoubtedly the church which dates from the 10th Century originally, had its structure mainly built in the 13th century and therefore is a fine example of medieval architecture. It has two towers, one dating from Norman times and the other from the 15th Century. The Priests House Museum is also worth a visit with its working Victorian kitchen and beautiful garden.