Top 10 Things to do in Blandford Forum, England

Discover England Tours is run from our family home in Shillingstone, Dorset, England. When you tour with us we provide quality B&B style accomodation in our historic thatched village home and then take you out touring the local area specialising in heritage and gardens. You can see Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral, the City of Bath and then other smaller yet special places that only we can find! Our mission is to provide a taste of English life; to enable the traveller to take personalised tours without moving on everyday; to give a quality and personal service in all regards.

Clay shooting instruction just outside of the village of Pimperne, near Blandford Forum. Ideal for Corporate days, fund raising events or for those looking for an entertaining day for friends and family. Our Shooting Instructors (CPSA Qualified) are available to teach beginners or assist experienced shots.

Our outdoor laser tag is similar to paintball but suitable for people with all abilities! We organise adventurous lasertag play using precise top-notch equipment at our marvellous laser tag arena. Laser tag is really easy to play and a fun activity that will get you energized and let you connect with others! Games are physically active, healthy and most importantly really enjoyable. Great option for a day out with friends, birthdays or any other celebration. Our venue is easily accessible.

Edie-Mae's Gallery offers unique work from over 30 Artists, Designers and Makers. We offer our own re-designed furniture as well as holding creative workshops Our Tea Room is the perfect place to sit and ponder a purchase or simply to enjoy the homemade cakes, Dorset Tea and Dorset Coffee

Blandford Town Museum holds a wealth of artefacts and archives from Prehistoric to the present day. With information for people researching their family history, militaria and railways to information and learning boxes for schools. The Museum interacts with the local community through a variety of special interest clubs. When you join the museum as a member you can join the museum directly or can join as a member of one of several museum clubs, information about which can be accessed on our website.

The Brewery Visitor Centre tells the story of Hall & Woodhouse and its Badger Ales through the ages. Located at the Brewery in Blandford St Mary your trip can include a brewery tour, a visit to our shop and lunch in our casual dining bar / cafe. We also offer conference facilities and the bar / cafe can be hired out for private events or parties. Brewery Tour: You can partake in a full guided tour of the brewery where you can discover the true art of brewing! You can soak up the atmosphere, taste the malt and smell the hops as you see our new brewery in action. Tours are run daily from Monday to Saturday at 11am (excluding Wednesdays) lasting approximately 2 hours and includes beer tasting! Evening tours can also be arranged on request. Booking is essential. The Brewery Shop: You can browse and purchase our full range of bottled ales along with tasteful branded merchandise such as glassware, beer tankards and polo shirts. Opening times 9am to 6pm Monday to Saturday. The Bar / Cafe: You can also relax and enjoy a beer or a coffee with a light lunch in our relaxed casual dining environment, with free Wifi access. Food service times: 9.30am to 2.30pm Monday - Saturday.

Nestled in beautiful countryside, this modern museum traces the history of the British Army’s Royal Corps of Signals and the story of battlefield communications from the telegraph to cyber warfare and satellites! Learn about this fascinating subject through excellent interactive displays: guide a laser beam, "direction find" the enemy, set up satellite networks, learn about encryption, practice Morse code and more! Adults must bring photo ID as we are located in a military camp. Open 10-5 weekdays and 10-4 at weekends. Adults please bring Photo ID.