What to do and see in Sherborne, England: The Best Sights & Landmarks

November 16, 2021 Jasper Kershner

Sherborne is a market town and civil parish in north west Dorset, in South West England. It is sited on the River Yeo, on the edge of the Blackmore Vale, 6 miles (10 kilometres) east of Yeovil. The A30 road, which connects London to Penzance, runs through the town. In the 2011 census the population of Sherborne parish and the two electoral wards was 9,523. 28.7% of the population is aged 65 or older.
Restaurants in Sherborne

1. Sherborne Abbey

The Parish Office 3 Abbey Close, Sherborne DT9 3LQ England +44 1935 812452 http://www.sherborneabbey.com/
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Sherborne Abbey

Reviewed By sharronw80

Absolutely beautiful I will visit again well cared for and the sense of history is amazing i hope the next generation will uphold this amazing and beautiful building

2. Sherborne Steam and Waterwheel Centre

Oborne Road, Sherborne DT9 3RX England +44 1963 250206 http://www.sswc.co.uk/en-GB/waterwheelhistory.aspx
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Sherborne Steam and Waterwheel Centre

3. Parish Church of St Andrew

Church Street, Yetminster, Sherborne DT9 6LG England +44 1935 872600 [email protected] https://yetminsterparishes.gov.uk/community/parish-church-of-st-andrew/
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Parish Church of St Andrew

4. Sherborne Castle & Gardens

Sherborne Castle New Road, Sherborne DT9 5NR England +44 1935 813182 [email protected] http://www.sherbornecastle.com
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Sherborne Castle & Gardens

Sherborne Castle & Gardens is a wonderful day out. Visit our historic castle and walk through 400 years of history, explore 42 acres of “capability” Brown landscape gardens and take time to enjoy a delicious cream tea in our tea room. Why not browse in the gift shop & pick up a bottle of our very own Sherborne Castle Wine to take home to drink with your supper!

Reviewed By GrahamP1518

We visited this amazing castle that was built for Sir Walter Raleigh, what a treat beautiful castle and gardens by Capability Brown. Lots of history here and great views over the gardens and old castle. Very much enjoyed our day!

5. Minterne Magna, St. Andrews Church

On A352 to Dorchester near Cerne Abbas Next to entrance of Minterne Gardens, Sherborne DT2 7AT England http://www.britainexpress.com/countries/dorset/churches/minterne-magna.htm
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Minterne Magna, St. Andrews Church

6. Almshouses of St John

Half Moon St, Sherborne, Sherborne DT9 3LJ England +44 7763 160820
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Almshouses of St John

7. Sherborne Old Castle

Sherborne Castle New Road Castleton, Sherborne DT9 5NR England +44 1935 812730 http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/sherborne-old-castle/?utm_source=Google%20Business&utm_campaign=Local%20Listings&utm_medium=Google%20Business%20Profiles&utm_content=sherborne%20old%20castle
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Sherborne Old Castle

Originally a 12th century fortified bishop's palace which was leased to Sir Walter Raleigh and later became a powerful Civil War Royalist base. It fell to Parliament after a fierce 11 day siege. Now a romantic ruin and home to a great range of wildlife, birds and plants. A perfect picnic spot. Child friendly and dog friendly.

Reviewed By moonlightlin - Cheltenham, United Kingdom

I am in love with the place, the history behind it and the atmosphere. There is a parking and entry fee but for English Heritage members is free of charge. When yo are there please take your time ad read all the information boards to savour and picture what it looked like and how people lived like. It really does transport you back to the 12th century. If I had a tardis I would have gone back to see the castle in all of its splendour. The gift shop sells chalice based on the ones they found in th castle. Do not miss this monument!

8. Methodist church

Cheap Street Methodist Church Cheap Street slightly off-road, next to Abby road, Sherborne DT9 3BJ England +44 1935 389153 http://www.yeovilblackmorevalemc.org.uk/
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Methodist church

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