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Tolpuddle is situated on the River Piddle, close to the A35 between Dorchester and Bere Regis. It is a typical quiet rural Dorset village, little more than a collection of houses. Few would think that such a quiet village would be remembered for its martyrs.
The Tolpuddle Martyrs were a group of six men who banded together to make a pact beneath a giant sycamore tree in Tolpuddle. They had decided to ask for an extra three shillings a week, at a time when wages were to be reduced by a shilling. They formed the Friendly Society of Agricultural Labourers. For their activities, the six men were sentenced by a judge to transportation to Australia 'not for anything they had done, but as an example to others'. The Tolpuddle Martyrs were later pardoned but the incident is considered a key moment in the history of Trade Unions in Britain.
Today there is a museum dedicated to the Tolpuddle Martyrs that you can visit. There is also a pub called The Martyrs Inn. Every year the Tolpuddle Martyrs Festival is held at the village, sponsored by the TUC. Speakers such as Tony Benn and musicians such as Billy Bragg have featured at the festival in recent years.
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Heathcote House
(1.95 miles)
We offer a warm welcome and friendly service, all rooms are en-suite and tastefully refurbished to a very high standard. Your Aga cooked breakfast will be served in the conservatory where you can enjoy ...
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The Oak at Dewlish
(2.46 miles)
A traditionally run Dorset Village Inn, the Oak at Dewlish is located in an unspoilt Dorset Village in the heart of ‘Hardy Country'. This Village Pub is near to Dorchester & the famous Jurassic Coast, ...
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Mallard House
(3.32 miles)
A warm welcome awaits when you arrive at Mallard House, a small beautiful Bed & Breakfast located in the quaint village of Moreton, situated close to the Jurassic Coast, Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door.
Recently renovated ...
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Royal Oak Hotel
(3.32 miles)
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The Royal Oak's Relaxed Atmosphere And Friendly, Hassle-free Service Combine With Newly-refurbished Bedrooms And A Pretty Location At The Edge Of An Historic Dorset Village ...
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Culeaze House
(3.88 miles)
A lovingly restored classic Victorian mansion furnished with fine antiques and paintings and set in three acres of landscaped garden in the centre of its small peaceful estate, seven miles from the coast in an ... more
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Frome Valley House Organic B&B
(3.91 miles)
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Pat Leyland extends a warm welcome to you at Frome Valley House Orgnaic Bed & Breakfast. The attractive property is set at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, which opens ... more
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Yellowham Farmhouse
(4.23 miles)
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Situated in the very heart of Hardy Country on the edge of the idyllic Yellowham Wood within 120 acres of farmland. The farm contains an abundance of flora and fauna ... more
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Hambro Arms
(4.54 miles)
A beautiful and historic location
The Hambro Arms is located in the historic village of Milton Abbas, Dorset. The bar and restaurant with rooms, offers exceptional food and luxury accommodation. The pub has two spacious bars. ...
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Birkin House Hotel
(5.37 miles)
Richard and Gillian John would like to invite you to Birkin House, their lovingly restored country mansion. Formal gardens form the backdrop for this wonderful Victorian home where peacocks roam freely...a truly historic and inspirational ...
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The Fox Inn
(5.56 miles)
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Deep in the beautiful Dorset countryside, this inn offers excellent accommodation, food, and service in peaceful surroundings. The Fox Inn is perfect for walking tours and ideally placed to explore the ... more
