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Bridge House, has one of the south’s
most spectacular golf courses on its doorstep. Chedington
Court Golf Course is enjoying a Renaissance with new investment
and a commitment to quality. The course is simply breathtaking,
set in 150 acres of stunning Dorset countryside.
Bridge House is proud to be associated with Chedington and to offer
an exclusive range of Play & Stay packages. (Contact
hotel for details).
Wood Carving
A unique chance to escape the rat race for
a couple of days. Set in an idyllic Dorset field next to a picture
book lake, there is simply nothing like hand carving a wooden bowl
from a virgin piece of wood, guided and nurtured by master craftsman,
Guy Mallinson. Joanna participated in one of Guy’s first courses
which she describes as a ‘truly, memorable experience.’
Bridge House is delighted to work with Guy to provide subsidized,
Dorset accommodation for those wanting to enjoy a wonderfully tactile,
therapeutic, country break. See
website...
Cooking with Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall & Lesley Walters
Both of West Dorset’s celebrity chefs run cookery schools and events nearby – Evershot & Uplyme. See Hughs website... and here is Lesley's website...
Boat ‘Rib’ Rides
Bridge House is happy to co-ordinate rib
rides along the Jurassic coast from West Bay to Lyme Regis with
the Lyme
Bay Rib Charter Company. Whether it’s a gentle water taxi
you require from one port to the other and back, or a superfast
thrill ride, this is a terrific experience. (Age and weather restrictions
apply).
Fossil Hunting
The Jurassic coastline is constantly revealing
its riches. With Charmouth just a 20 minute drive from the hotel,
we are always delighted to promote the official, organised events
as well as send any of our guests fossil finding armed with the
correct information on how to find fossils the right way. Childrens’
courses run regularly during the summer as well as more serious
adult trips.
Walking – Thomas Hardy Country
Walking groups such as the Wayfarers choose
to use Bridge House as a base, because of ease of access to: The
Brit Valley, Hardy locations, coastal paths.
Bikes/Cycling
Mountain & touring bikes available for
hire through Bridport Cycling centre.
Horse-Riding
Leigh Equestrian Centre. Superb day hacks
available.
Fishing
Fisherman are well catered for by the hotel.
Local lakes and rivers are well stocked with carp, pike and trout
while sea fisherman can venture to the coast for bass, cod and conger
eel.
Clay Pigeon Shooting
Dorset clay pigeon shooting is just ten minutes
away at the Southern
Counties Shooting Ground. Further afield near Dorchester, Dorset,
Henley
Hillbillies offers both clay pigeon and crossbow shooting.
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