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About Sturminster Newton

Sturminster Newton is a Dorset market town on the River Stour, reached via the A357 from Wincanton or Blandford Forum. The town has over 30 EV charging points and sits amid the gentle countryside that inspired Thomas Hardy, who wrote several novels here including "The Return of the Native" whilst living at Riverside Villa.

Where is Sturminster Newton on the map?

Sturminster Newton is in England, at 50.927, -2.305 - about 9 km east of Stourton Caundle.

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The closest airport to Sturminster Newton is Bournemouth Airport, 46 km (about 50 min by car). Other airports nearby: Bristol Airport.

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