​Built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594, this historic house reflects a glorious variety of decorative styles from over 400 years of English History. Capability Brown created here a nationally important English Landscape Garden, an exhibition drawn from the archives tells of his impact and legacy on the garden.

​You will find here a typical country home where each succeeding generation has left its imprint. Come and experience the Castle’s rich interiors with its nationally important collections of art, and  enjoy our tea rooms

Sherborne Old Castle is a romantic 12th-century ruin set in beautiful grounds next to New Sherborne Castle.
After withstanding two sieges during the Civil War, only the Southwest Gatehouse and parts of the castle, including the Great Tower and the North Range, now survive. Loved by Sir Walter Ralegh, he leased the castle but when he was imprisoned in the Tower of London for marrying one of Queen Elizabeth I's maids of honour without her permission, it was then leased out but remained a favourite home of the famous explorer.

Welcome to Doodles, we are a family friendly play café that offers a relaxed and fun place for the whole family or friends to come and enjoy time together. We have a exciting play area for the children that consists of cars, trains, dressing up, a blackboard wall and a bespoke and hand painted play castle with kitchen to name but a few.
We bake our cakes and slices on site with some yummy gluten and dairy free options! If you’re looking for lunch we can offer panini’s, jacket potatoes, salads and more!

1 ABBEY ROAD, SHERBORNE, DORSET DT9 3LE

Knit and Natter
Tuesdays and Thursdays 10am  - 12noon and last Saturaday of the month

Other workshops include:

• Sock Knitting
• Crocheted Bags
• Hand Embroidery
• Yarn Dyeing

Call 01935 508249 to book your workshop

Experience the joy of building your own high quality teddy bear. The workshop's at Just Bears occur regularly and can accommodate up to 8 "Bear Makers"

No experience required as all training will be given on the day. At the end of the day you will be able to take adopt the bear you have just made. Ideal for those wanting to make their own special present for their loved ones.

Telephone: 01935 593483 to make your  reservation

Effervescent Cindy has over 50 years of accumulated knowledge from living in the area and a passionate interest in its heritage, and has devoted herself to the history of this ancient and beautiful town. There is so much history here she continues to provide new walks with a varying focus throughout the winter months.
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Planning a visit to Sherborne? Cindy can also provide your group with a tour of the town tailored to your specific interests. 

Welcome to the Fleet Air Arm Museum - representing the Royal Navy In the Air. With four exhibition halls, over ninety aircraft and over 2 million records and 30 thousand artefacts the Museum is Europe's largest naval aviation Museum. In addition it houses the first British Concorde which you can go on board, view the cockpit and visit the award winning Aircraft Carrier Experience
​Open from 5th November 2018 to 31st March 2019
Open Wed to Sun only, 10.00am to 4.30pm*