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Situated in the South West of Dorset, UK, Bridport is a buzzing, historic market town. Surrounded by miles of beautiful coastlines and unspoilt countryside, Bridport is recognised as the gateway to the Jurrasic Coastline, a World Heritage Site.
A saxon town in origin, Bridport became a town in its own right during the time of King John when its rope making industry began to flourish. The narrow, cobbled alley ways today are testament to this and provide a picturesque back drop for buzzing market days where a range of local produce can be purchased.
In fact, the quality and diversity of Bridport’s food production is such that it has been awarded Beacon Town Status and any visitor to the weekly Farmers Market or any of the numerous local eateries will understand why.
Bridport also has a strong cultural element with a range of exhibitions, displays and performances readily available.
The Arts Centre and
Electric
Palace play host to the talents of local and national artists and musicians and the Arts Centre is home to the world renowned “Bridport Prize”, an annual literary competition.
Within walking distance is the beautiful seaside resort of
West
Bay with its charming harbour and glorious beaches. Recently dubbed “Notting Hill on sea” by the National Press for its growing number of famous residents,
West
Bay offers something to everyone, young and old.
For the more active, a range of water based activities are on offer including angling, scuba diving, water ski ing, and jet boating. The County town of
Dorchester and beautiful seaside resort of Lyme Regis are also easily accessible from Bridport.
The tourist information pages on this site will show you what Bridport has to offer; how to find us; the interesting things you can do here; activities, restaurants, pubs and accommodation, tours, the history and geology of the coastline, where to go fishing and diving, interesting places to visit, and how you can enjoy holidays and short breaks in all seasons. Bridport is in an ideal situation and offers plenty of activities for children.
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