Shaftesbury Map

Shaftesbury map, view the Dorset town of Shaftesbury, located in the county of Dorset, England.

Detailed Street Map of Shaftesbury Dorset & Guide to the Town

Shaftesbury Map Dorset: Interactive map of Shaftesbury, displaying the town situated in the county of Dorset, England, United Kingdom.

Use controls to display a detailed street map of Shaftesbury and a Shaftesbury town centre map, showing the Shaftesbury Abbey Museum.

Also visible are The Best Western Royal Chase Hotel and Ye Olde Two Brewers Pub.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Motcombe, Guy's Marsh, Melbury Abbas and Wincombe Park.

Tucked away on a hilltop in the heart of rural Dorset, Shaftesbury is one of those places that seems to have quietly stepped out of another time. It's a small market town with bags of charm and character, best known for its cobbled streets, sweeping views over Blackmore Vale, and a certain iconic lane made famous by a bread advert back in the day—yes, that one, Gold Hill. With its mix of historic buildings, relaxed pace of life and a proper community feel, Shaftesbury isn't trying to be flash—it just gets on with being quietly beautiful.

There's a fair bit packed into the town, considering its size. Gold Hill Museum is worth a poke around if you like your local history with a side of quirky stories. Shaftesbury Abbey, now in ruins, still has this peaceful air about it, and the gardens are a lovely spot for a wander. You'll find plenty of independent shops dotted about, some cracking little cafés, and a few pubs that do a decent pint and hearty grub. There's a regular market and local events pop up throughout the year, from food festivals to folk music—plenty to keep things ticking over.

Once you've soaked up what the town has to offer, there's loads to explore nearby. Dorset's coast isn't too far off, with places like Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door drawing the crowds for good reason. If you're more into countryside rambles, the Cranborne Chase is just down the road and it's an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty for a reason—rolling hills, big skies, and not a motorway in sight. Blandford, Sherborne and Stourhead aren't far either, each with their own charm and plenty to see.

Getting to Shaftesbury isn't a complete faff, but you'll want to plan ahead. There's no train station in town, though Gillingham is only about five miles away and it's got direct services to London Waterloo and Exeter. By road, the A30 skirts the town and links up with the A303, which is the main route if you're coming from the east or west. Buses run, but they're not what you'd call frequent, so driving's often your best bet. For flights, Bournemouth Airport is just over an hour's drive, and Bristol or Southampton aren't too much further. Once you're here, it's the kind of place where you can slow down, breathe a bit deeper, and enjoy the view.

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