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About South Poorton

South Poorton lies in west Dorset's countryside, about 15 miles from Bridport via the A35 and local lanes. Most drivers approach from the A35, turning onto minor roads through the Brit Valley villages. The B3163 provides the main north-south route through this area of gentle hills and scattered hamlets. With over 30 EV charging points in the broader region and Powerstock Common's rare butterfly reserve nearby, it exemplifies Dorset's quiet rural character.

Where is South Poorton on the map?

South Poorton is in England, at 50.778, -2.682 - about 3 km south-west of Hooke.

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North Poorton1 mi 37 sPowerstock2 mi 5 minMerriott, Dorset2 mi 10 minNettlecombe, Dorset2 mi 10 minLoscombe3 mi 10 minHooke3 mi 10 minClift3 mi 10 minWest Milton3 mi 10 minMangerton3 mi 15 minToller Whelme3 mi 15 minHigher Kingcombe3 mi 15 minMelplash4 mi 15 minToller Porcorum4 mi 15 minThe Mount, Dorset4 mi 15 minLower Kingcombe4 mi 15 min

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The closest airport to South Poorton is Exeter International Airport, 67 km (about 1 h 9 min by car). Other airports nearby: Bournemouth Airport.

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