BINGHAMS FARM BARNS & HOLIDAY COTTAGES
Things To Do
Whether holidaying with your family or catching up with friends, there are plenty of things to do, from enjoying the lovely walks around Bridport and Binghams Farm Barns to many activities and local attractions.
Here are some popular days out, beaches and local visitor attractions:
Fossil Hunting
Visit the world renowed Charmouth Beach and pick up a fossil or two at low tide – excellent visitor centre
South West Coast Walks
West Bay links the South West Coast path and the Jurassic coast – great walks are available in all directions with outstanding views across Lyme Bay
Jurassic Coast Beaches
Our beaches have something for everyone – visit Weymouth (23 miles but a fabulous coast drive) & Lyme Regis (13 miles) for true sand castle beaches, Chesil Beach for it’s wealth of wildlife and Burton Bradstock for coffee on the beach. Some beaches are dog-friendly too
Washingpool Farm Shop & Cafe
Award winning Washingpool Farm Shop serving homecooked food visitors are also welcome to visit the local farm animals
Bridport 01308 459549
Donkey Sanctuary
Open to the public all year round the Donkey Rescue centre remains a firm family favourite. Visit the donkeys and see what difference this charity makes around the world
Symondsbury Kitchen
Excellent location for a walk followed by coffee and cake at Symondsbury Kitchen
Symondsbury 01308 422600
Rise Cafe & Restaurant
Fun restaurant with great views at the bay – ideal for cocktails or a full meal.
Booking essential in the summer months.
Rachels Kiosk
Top of Tripadvisor – excellent seafood kiosk on the bay
West Bay
Olive Tree
Family run Italian / Mediterrean style restaurant with special offers for families
Bridport 01308 422882
Longs Fish Restaurant
Great takeaway fish & chips or eat in
Bridport 01308 423199
Hive Beach Cafe
The Hive is a great seaside café with fabulous seafood
Burton Bradstock 01308 897070
Hare and Hounds
Enjoy a fabulous walk to the Hare & Hounds country pub with great views from the pub garden
Waytown 01308 488203
The Half Moon
The Half Moon is the nearest pub/restaurant to Binghams Farm – ask about walking map
Melplash 01308 488321
Green Yard Cafe
Excellent Green Yard Café on edge of town serving locally sourced and home cooked specials
The George
Located in the heart of West Bay, The George is a great pub/restaurant for Sunday Carvery. Dogs welcome in the bar area
West Bay 01308 423191
The Anchor Inn
The Anchor Inn has a great location by the sea and at the start/end of great walks to Golden Cap with its fabulous views
Seatown 01297 489215
Seaton Jurassic
Fun new activity centre, Seaton Jurassic is aimed at all ages telling the story of how our coastline was formed including fossils
Jurassic Fun Centre
With Bowling Lanes and a fun water park, Jurassic Fun Centre is a great day out for families
Broadchurch Film Location
You may be forgiven for recognising the famous East Cliffs at West Bay – that is because it is backdrop for the popular ITV Drama Broadchurch. Visit popular haunts from the series including “Murder Hut” and local cafes used in the production.
West Bay Port
A busting harbour that offers a traditional seaside experience – with shingle beaches, fish & chip kiosks, ice cream parlours and the famous Rope Park (ideal for age 0-99).
Bridport Town
Bridport is a thriving market town with markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays throughout the year with special events held at the heart of the town under the clock tower.
Abbotsbury Gardens
A unique microclimate, these subtropical gardens are well worth a visit with many events throughout the year
Abbotsbury Swannery & Farm
Great opportunity to get up close to swans and cygnets in a wild environment
Montacute House
This popular National Trust venue is for families who want to step back in time to the Elizabethan era – look out for children’s events in the school holidays and don’t forget to visit the yummy café on-site