A dark diamond of green velvet on the canvas of English Counties is how many people imagine Dorset. Some will head to Lyme Regis to explore its rich literary associations while others will flock & forage on the cliffsides for fossils. When planning to visit Dorset there is no point doing it in a hurry as the good people of Dorset know only too well. Dorset is an excellent place to relax & slow down. Better still prepare to leav your car & ensure you explore on foot, for this is the best, & only way to see the beautiful hidden valleys & secret hamlets this county has to offer. In this fantastic guide it will provide you with the very best ways to explore Dorset, provide you with 50 themed walks each with a fascinating background read, give you clear & easy-to-follow directions for each walk, grade them by difficulty & ascent, provide you with information on what to see while you are there & recommend the best places to eat & drink. It also provides guidance for dog walkers on where the best places are for them to walk.