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- Map of Shaftesbury, Dorset
- About Shaftesbury, Dorset
- Where is Shaftesbury, Dorset on the map?
- How far is Shaftesbury, Dorset from where I am?
- Weather in Shaftesbury, Dorset
- Find hotels in Shaftesbury, Dorset
- Rent a car near Shaftesbury, Dorset
- Play a pub crawl round in Shaftesbury, Dorset
- Popular destinations close by
- Nearby essentials
Overview
3About Shaftesbury, Dorset
Shaftesbury perches dramatically on a Dorset hilltop, reached via the A30 from Salisbury or the A350 from Blandford Forum. The ancient market town offers sweeping views across Blackmore Vale, with about 30 EV charging points for modern visitors. Gold Hill's steep cobbled street, lined with period cottages, remains instantly recognisable from the famous Hovis advert.
Where is Shaftesbury, Dorset on the map?
Shaftesbury, Dorset is in England, at 51.005, -2.193 - about 9 km south-east of Cold Harbour, Dorset 2.
How far is Shaftesbury, Dorset from where I am?
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Weather in Shaftesbury, Dorset
- Precip: 1.9 mm
- Wind: 25 km/h
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Play a pub crawl round in Shaftesbury, Dorset
Nine holes from pub to pub through the real streets of Shaftesbury, Dorset. Every cup is a bar somebody actually drinks in.
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What is the closest airport to Shaftesbury, Dorset?
The closest airport to Shaftesbury, Dorset is Bournemouth Airport, 49 km (about 51 min by car). Other airports nearby: Southampton Airport.