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During your stay at the Dorset holiday cottages, you will be spoilt for choice with the amount of things to see and do with your family in Dorset. The holiday cottages are ideal for small as well as large groups of people. Further, they are self-catering units, allowing you to cook whenever you want during your stay in Dorset. The holiday cottages are pet-friendly and also offer ample parking space if you arrive in a car. Here are the different things to see and do during your stay at the luxurious and upscale Dorset holiday cottages.
Highcliffe Castle
Yet another attraction to visit in Dorset is the Highcliffe Castle, which is situated four miles east of Christchurch. This enchanting castle was constructed way back in 1830 by Lord Stuart de Rothesay. Visit this castle during your stay at the comfortable Dorset holiday cottages. You will get a chance to marvel at the medieval stone work. The grounds of the Highcliffe Castle known as "Cliff Top" are open to the public everyday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. You do not have to pay any charge to visit the castle grounds, but you will have to shell out a parking fee if you arrive in a car. The Highcliffe Castle as well as the grounds is wheelchair accessible. You can visit this castle between February 1 and December 23. Be sure to stop by the interesting gift store to buy unique souvenirs and gifts for your loved ones back home before heading back to the upscale holiday cottages.
Royal Signals Museum
You should also make it a point to visit the famous Royal Signals Museum, which is located not too far away from the comfortable Dorset holiday cottages. Bring the children along for this educational-cum-entertaining day trip. You can try to break codes, drive a simulator, find an enemy, practice Morse code, guide a laser beam and even install a satellite network! You will also get to see a number of wartime exhibits such as animals that were used during the war times, a large motorcycle collection, dispatch riders and airborne forces. The Royal Signals Museum is frequented by guests staying at the luxurious and spacious holiday cottages.
Bennett's Water Gardens
One of the most beautiful gardens to visit with your entire family or group of friends is the Bennett's Water Gardens. You can leave the comfort of the luxurious holiday cottages after a nice lunch and head straight to the Bennett's water Gardens for a good dose of peace and relaxation. This garden houses an 8-acre water garden that is abundant in beautiful trees like willows and exotic and pretty flowers. Look out for the famous replica of the "Monet Japanese Bridge" as well as the beautiful Water Lilies. If you happen to visit the Bennett's water Garden with the children in tow, they are sure to have a wonderful time frolicking in this pretty garden. They will surely enjoy the heritage museum and the Children's Fun Trails. Yet another section that's not to be missed in the Bennett's Water Gardens is the tropical plant house. Stop by the caf to enjoy some delicious snacks before heading back to the Dorset holiday cottages.
