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Sturminster Newton, Dorset, South West England

Sturminster Newton is a small lively market town situated in the Vale of Blackmore which Thomas Hardy called the Vale of the Little Dairies.

The town has a number of attractive buildings including a some that are thatched. St Mary's Church, with its light, airy interior, dates from the 15th century.

Sturminster Newton is off the A357 between Blandford Forum and Shepton Mallet. At Sturminster Newton follow the car park signs in the town centre, these will direct you to the Station Road Car Park.

Map reference: Grid reference:	OS Landranger Sheet 194 ST 788 143	Links:
Walks at Sturminster Newton: Fiddleford 1.6 miles / 2.6 km 50 feet / 15 m Moderate 45 mins 180 kcal Broad Oak 3.4 miles / 5.5 km 200 feet / 60 m Moderate 1 hr 35 mins 410 kcal

		Parking		Main road		Minor road
		Footpath		River		Stream
		Woodland		Church		Public convenience
		Picture		Two pictures