Things To Do This Summer – Sherborne & Dorset
Step out from The Hillbrook and explore Sherborne at its best, with gentle town walks, countryside routes, castle grounds and scenic Dorset trails all close by.
Walking Trails – Sherborne
Step out from The Hillbrook and explore Sherborne at its best, with gentle town walks, countryside routes, castle grounds and scenic Dorset trails all close by.
What’s On in Sherborne & Dorset Autumn 2026
Discover the best summer events in Sherborne and Dorset, from festivals and markets to castle shows. Plan your stay at The Hillbrook and make the most of it.
Portland Bill Lighthouse
Portland Bill Lighthouse stands at the end of the Isle of Portland like a guardian of the Jurassic Coast — a classic red‑and‑white beacon set against wild seas and wide horizons, all within an easy drive of The Hillbrook Hotel.
Lyme Regis
Lyme Regis is the Jurassic Coast at its most atmospheric — a pretty harbour town of fossils, films, and sea‑view cafés — all within an easy drive of The Hillbrook Hotel.
Hardy’s Cottage & Thorncombe Woods
Hardy’s Cottage and the surrounding Thorncombe Woods distil the timeless charm of Dorset — a thatched literary landmark fringed by ancient woodland and heath. It’s the perfect blend of culture and countryside, a short scenic drive from The Hillbrook Hotel.
Glastonbury Tor & Abbey
A visit to Glastonbury is a journey into myth, history, and stunning landscapes. Whether climbing the mystical Tor or exploring the evocative Abbey ruins, you’ll uncover stories of kings, legends, and timeless Somerset beauty.
Kingston Lacy (NT)
A trip to Kingston Lacy offers a rare chance to walk through an Italianate mansion brimming with treasures, wander Japanese gardens, and explore sweeping parkland. It’s Dorset’s grand country house at its most inspiring.
Mapperton House & Gardens
A trip to Mapperton House & Gardens feels like stepping into a secret Eden. With its romantic Jacobean manor and tumbling Italianate gardens, this valley estate offers history, beauty, and tranquillity in equal measure.
Forde Abbey & Gardens
A trip to Forde Abbey & Gardens combines centuries of history with breathtaking horticulture. From medieval cloisters to England’s tallest fountain, it’s a destination that blends architecture, art, and landscape into an unforgettable day out.
