Cerne Abbas

We pride ourselves on the welcome we extend to visitors and to those who come to join our community. We hope that, whatever your reason for visiting this site, you will find answers to your questions or the information that you seek.

• Cerne Valley Parish Council

  Cerne Valley Parish Council is a group parish, covering Cerne Abbas, Godmanstone, Nether Cerne and Up Cerne.

• Clubs and community facilities in Cerne Abbas

  Cerne Abbas is warmly hospitable and very active socially. There is a wealth of active clubs and societies open to all.

• Cerne Valley events

  Here you can find a list of upcoming events, taking place in Cerne Abbas, along with contact names, information and a short description.

• A background to Cerne Abbas

  Cerne Abbas is a typically English village set in the heart of Dorset. To Thomas Hardy it was 'Abbot's-Cernel'

• Getting to Cerne Abbas

  Cerne Abbas can be reached by car and bus and is a short distance from Sherborne train station.

• Where to stay in Cerne Abbas

• Pubs and teashops in Cerne Abbas

• Walks around Cerne Abbas

  Cerne Abbas is situated in the valley cut by the River Cerne and is surrounded by gentle hills typical of the West Dorset countryside. There is an extensive range of public footpaths and bridleways throughout the village and walks to suit every taste.

• Shops in Cerne Abbas

• Healthcare in Cerne Abbas

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