Sport and leisure

A wide range of sport and leisure activities is available at Dorset leisure centres including swimming, exercise classes, football, golf, tennis and squash.

Dorset County Council's Outdoor Education Service offers a wide range of tailor-made learning experiences at four diverse centres. Further opportunities can also be provided at your venue through a visit from the mobile team. The centres offer day visits and residential courses to groups and individuals of all ages from Reception to GCSE and A-level fieldwork, universities and adult groups.

We are lucky in Dorset that we have some stunning countryside with around 3,000 miles of public rights of way to explore.

Why not discover Dorset's countryside on a bike?

Exploring Dorset on horseback offers a different perspective on the county. While travelling along these ancient routes, you often see more wildlife as you move quietly through the countryside.

The picturesque countryside and scenic coast provide the perfect backdrop for the golfing enthusiast with a variety of challenging courses available. With over 40 challenging courses to choose from, Dorset is a golfer's paradise!

Dorset is an unrivalled destination for anglers and fishing is widely available to all visitors throughout the county.

Search our clubs and societies database for a range of local activities and find the location and contact details for local youth clubs.

There are almost 3,000 miles of public rights of way in Dorset, made up of approximately 4,700 footpaths, 1,700 bridleways and 37 byways open to all traffic.

The development of sport helps to achieve a healthy lifestyle for the residents of Dorset.