Things to do in Preston, Dorset
Preston is a large, quiet residential suburb of Weymouth just over 2 miles east of the town centre. Although part of Weymouth it retains its village feel and still includes farmland. There are also a number of thatched cottages among the more modern dwellings.
Within the parish boundary are the remains of a Roman Temple above Bowleaze Cove and a Stone-Age hill fort.
It has its own beach area at Overcombe that is a lot less crowded than the main beach in Weymouth.
Preston lies in a lovely valley between the Ridgeway and the Jurassic Coast. The River Jordan and Preston Brook flow through Preston to the sea.
It has a beautiful old 14th century parish church of St. Andrews, several convenience stores, schools, pubs and other small shops. There are three large holiday parks with camping facilities, and a small number of B&Bs.
It is an ideal holiday destination as the attractions of the old port of Weymouth are on the doorstep, yet traffic and parking are a lot easier.
Description by Martin Hill
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Days Out in Preston
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Weymouth Sea Life Park (2 Miles)*
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Dinosaur Museum (4 Miles)*
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The Keep Military Museum (4 Miles)*
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Dorset County Museum (4 Miles)*
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Abbotsbury Sub Tropical Gardens (5 Miles)*
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Portland Castle (6 Miles)*
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Portland Museum (7 Miles)*
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Abbotsbury Childrens Farm (7 Miles)*
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Abbotsbury Swannery (7 Miles)*
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Athelhampton House and Gardens (7 Miles)*
Places to Visit near Preston
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Overcombe (1 Mile)*
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Weymouth (4 Miles)*
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Dorchester (4 Miles)*
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Moreton (7 Miles)*
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Fortuneswell (7 Miles)*
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Piddlehinton (8 Miles)*
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Piddletrenthide (9 Miles)*
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Cerne Abbas (11 Miles)*
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Bridport (15 Miles)*
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Corfe Castle (16 Miles)*
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