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Market town and civil parish in Dorset, England
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Sherborne is a small town in England. A market town and civil parish in northwest Dorset, it's sited on the River Yeo on the edge of the Blackmore Vale. Much of the old town, including its abbey and many medieval and Georgian buildings, is built from distinctive ochre-coloured ham stone.
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has one of the finest examples in Britain of a fan vaulted ceiling.
ruins, destroyed in 1645 by a fierce siege.
built in 1594 by Sir Walter Raleigh
comprehensive collection of naval aircraft and the aircraft carrier experience
Annual street fair starting on the Monday following 10 October.
Country pub with simple rooms, it's the food that gets the great reviews.
Pub with meals (mains from £15) and 3 bedrooms.
Given a skillful Edwardian makeover in 2018, this upscale place scores highly for comfort, service, and cuisine at Seasons Restaurant.
18 room country house hotel with restaurant (mains around £20).
Charming small hotel and restaurant.
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