South West England

Romantic Places to visit

Cerne Abbas Giant, Dorchester, Dorset

The famous ancient figure of the Cerne Giant, cut into the chalk near Cerne Abbas.

Don't miss the Cerne Abbas Giant, a large naked, club-wielding man cut into the chalk hillside above the village.

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Cerne Abbas Giant
Cerne Abbas Giant

Directions

Take A352 from Dorchester to Cerne Abbas.

Tourist Information Centre

Dorchester Tourist Information Centre
11 Antelope Walk
Dorchester
Tel: 0 1305 267992
Fax: 0 1305 266079
Contact via email

Romantic Getaways

  • Summer Lodge Country House Hotel, Restaurant & Spa
    Discover luxury and pleasure, set in the beautiful Dorset Downs.
  • Heart of Dorset, unique self catering accommodation
    Heart of Dorset holiday cottages offer self catering accommodation throughout Dorset in traditional thatched cottages, converted barns, larger houses and bungalows. All are inspected annually under the Visit Britain Quality Assurance Scheme and all provide facilities of a high standard.
  • Sherborne Hotel
    Set in 8 acres of grounds this modern 3 Star hotel is set in the perfect location for exploring Dorset and Somerset.

Wine and Dine

Places to Visit


Standard Prices

  Minimum Maximum
Free admission    

Address Details

Cerne Abbas Giant
Cerne Abbas
Dorchester
Dorset