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Dorset Collection

Dorset, a picturesque county located in the southwest of England, is a treasure trove of natural beauty and historical significance

Background imageDorset Collection: English Oak (Quercus robur) silhouetted on horizon at sunrise. West Milton, Dorset

English Oak (Quercus robur) silhouetted on horizon at sunrise. West Milton, Dorset, England, UK, February

Background imageDorset Collection: Mary Anning (1799-1847)

Mary Anning (1799-1847)
Pioneer fossil collector of Lyme Regis, Dorset. Oil painting by an unknown artist, before 1842. Golden Cap is visible in the background. Held at the Natural History Museum, London

Background imageDorset Collection: Steam train on the Swanage Railway, Corfe Castle, Dorset, England, UK

Steam train on the Swanage Railway, Corfe Castle, Dorset, England, UK

Background imageDorset Collection: Picture No. 10741258

Picture No. 10741258
Lyme Regis, showing The Cobb, the harbour wall, coastal town, Lyme Bay, Dorset Date:

Background imageDorset Collection: Wimborne Minster, Dorset - The High Street

Wimborne Minster, Dorset - The High Street Date: circa 1907

Background imageDorset Collection: Swanage park and Swanage Harbour, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Swanage park and Swanage Harbour, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Mudeford Spit, a sandbank, Christchurch Harbour, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Mudeford Spit, a sandbank, Christchurch Harbour, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Golden Cliff and beach at West Bay near Bridport, Dorset, Jurassic Coast

Golden Cliff and beach at West Bay near Bridport, Dorset, Jurassic Coast, UNESCO World Heritage Site, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: The ruins of the 11th century Corfe Castle after sunset, near Wareham, Isle of Purbeck

The ruins of the 11th century Corfe Castle after sunset, near Wareham, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, United Kingdom. Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Beach huts on Mudeford Spit or Sandbank, Christchurch Harbour, Dorset, England

Beach huts on Mudeford Spit or Sandbank, Christchurch Harbour, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: The beach, Weymouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The beach, Weymouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: England / Mudeford 1940S

England / Mudeford 1940S
Narrowing down from the harbour, the River Avon passes through The Race at Mudeford, Dorset, England and then goes on to the sea

Background imageDorset Collection: Gold Hill in Winter, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England

Gold Hill in Winter, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England

Background imageDorset Collection: Map of Dorset 1883

Map of Dorset 1883
Encyclopedia Britannica 9th Edition New York Samuel L. Hall 1883 Vol VII

Background imageDorset Collection: Mill Pond, Swanage

Mill Pond, Swanage
A lovely tranquil scene, with ducks on the old mill-pond in the charming village of Swanage, Dorset, England. Date: 1939

Background imageDorset Collection: Picture No. 10741261

Picture No. 10741261
Portland Bill, Isle of Portland, Dorset, England Date:

Background imageDorset Collection: Swanage Beach and white cliffs, Dorset, Jurassic Coast, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Swanage Beach and white cliffs, Dorset, Jurassic Coast, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Harbour, Weymouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Harbour, Weymouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Deckchairs, beach and pier, Bournemouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Deckchairs, beach and pier, Bournemouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: The harbour from the Cobb, Lyme Regis, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The harbour from the Cobb, Lyme Regis, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: New Power Stations, advert for British Electricity, 1951. Artist: Norman Wilkinson

New Power Stations, advert for British Electricity, 1951. Artist: Norman Wilkinson
New Power Stations, advert for British Electricity, 1951. Paintings of power stations (artists in brackets): Cliff Quay, near Ipswich, Suffolk (Norman Wilkinson); Poole

Background imageDorset Collection: West Bay, Bridport, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

West Bay, Bridport, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Sherborne Abbey, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Sherborne Abbey, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Wareham, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Wareham, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: The harbour, West Bay, Dorset, England, UK

The harbour, West Bay, Dorset, England, UK

Background imageDorset Collection: Gold Hill, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England, UK

Gold Hill, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England, UK

Background imageDorset Collection: Durdle Door, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Durdle Door, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Long-tailed tit

Long-tailed tit (Aegithalos caudatus) perching on a branch. This bird is very small, with a length of only 13-15 centimetres including its very long tail. It is found in most of Europe and Asia

Background imageDorset Collection: Hengistbury Head, Christchurch Bay, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Hengistbury Head, Christchurch Bay, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Studland Beach and The Foreland or Hardfast Point, showing Old Harry Rock

Studland Beach and The Foreland or Hardfast Point, showing Old Harry Rock, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Durdle Door beach and cliffs, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Durdle Door beach and cliffs, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Old Harry Rocks, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, UK

Old Harry Rocks, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, UK

Background imageDorset Collection: Lulworth Cove, Dorset, England

Lulworth Cove, Dorset, England

Background imageDorset Collection: UK, England, Dorset, Corfe Castle and station on the Swanage Railway

UK, England, Dorset, Corfe Castle and station on the Swanage Railway

Background imageDorset Collection: T. E. Lawrences House

T. E. Lawrences House
The house at Clouds Hill, near Wool, Dorset, England, where British archaeologist, soldier, intelligence officer and writer, Thomas Edward Lawrence (1888-1935)

Background imageDorset Collection: Looking east across Kimmeridge Bay towards St. Aldhelms Head, Isle of Purbeck

Looking east across Kimmeridge Bay towards St. Aldhelms Head, Isle of Purbeck, Jurassic Coast, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Portland Bill Lighthouse, Isle of Portland, Weymouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom

Portland Bill Lighthouse, Isle of Portland, Weymouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Corfe village and castle, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Corfe village and castle, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Ramparts of the prehistoric hill fort on Hambledon Hill above the Blackmore Vale

Ramparts of the prehistoric hill fort on Hambledon Hill above the Blackmore Vale, Dorset, England, UK, September 2015

Background imageDorset Collection: Bournemouth, Christchurch Priory from the River Avon

Bournemouth, Christchurch Priory from the River Avon. Date: 1909

Background imageDorset Collection: Portland Bill Lighthouse, Portland Bill, Isle of Portland, Dorset, England

Portland Bill Lighthouse, Portland Bill, Isle of Portland, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Weymouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Weymouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Sunrise at Old Harry Rocks, Jurassic coast, Swanage, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, UK

Sunrise at Old Harry Rocks, Jurassic coast, Swanage, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, UK

Background imageDorset Collection: Christchurch Priory and Ruins, Bournemouth

Christchurch Priory and Ruins, Bournemouth. Date: circa 1905

Background imageDorset Collection: 1720 Lyme Regis early map of coast

1720 Lyme Regis early map of coast
Copperplate engraving from 1720 Emanuel Bowen and John Owen in " Britannia Depicta". Lyme Regis early 18th century map showing the Jurassic coast focussing on Lyme Regis

Background imageDorset Collection: Old Town and Harbour, Weymouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Old Town and Harbour, Weymouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: At Lyme Regis, Mary Anning, aged 12, coming upon the first Ichthyosaurus found in England (litho)

At Lyme Regis, Mary Anning, aged 12, coming upon the first Ichthyosaurus found in England (litho)
2795554 At Lyme Regis, Mary Anning, aged 12, coming upon the first Ichthyosaurus found in England (litho) by Brock, Charles Edmund (1870-1938) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: At Lyme Regis)

Background imageDorset Collection: Durdle Door at sunrise, Jurassic Coast, Dorset, England

Durdle Door at sunrise, Jurassic Coast, Dorset, England

Background imageDorset Collection: Sandbanks Chain Ferry No. 1 - Entrance to Poole Harbour

Sandbanks Chain Ferry No. 1 - Entrance to Poole Harbour
The No.1 steam-powered Sandbanks chain ferry. Sandbanks Ferry is a vehicular chain ferry which crosses the entrance of Poole Harbour in the English county of Dorset

Background imageDorset Collection: Matthew Pariss Map of Great Britain showing rivers & towns in the south of England & part of

Matthew Pariss Map of Great Britain showing rivers & towns in the south of England & part of Wales, c. 1250 (1944)
Many place-names are still recognisable today. The word Auster, written over the English Channel at the bottom, refers to wind bringing heavy cloud cover and fog

Background imageDorset Collection: Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) on Eype Down with Colmer's Hill in background, Bridport

Bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) on Eype Down with Colmer's Hill in background, Bridport, Dorset, England, UK. May 2014

Background imageDorset Collection: The Cobb with the cliffs of Jurassic Coast at sunrise, Lyme Regis, Dorset, England

The Cobb with the cliffs of Jurassic Coast at sunrise, Lyme Regis, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Bournemouth West Beach and Cliffs, Poole Bay, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Bournemouth West Beach and Cliffs, Poole Bay, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Chetnole Halt, Dorset

Chetnole Halt, Dorset
A view of Chetnole railway station in Dorset. The halt was built in 1933 using a timber construction. This was replaced with concrete in the mid 20th century

Background imageDorset Collection: Beach Huts and sand dunes on Mudeford Spit at Hengistbury Head, Dorset, England, United Kingdom

Beach Huts and sand dunes on Mudeford Spit at Hengistbury Head, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Ichthyosaurr, Plesiosaurus, Pterodactylus

Ichthyosaurr, Plesiosaurus, Pterodactylus
Duria Antiquior - A more ancient Dorset by Sir Henry Thomas De la Beche. This collection of marine and avian reptiles could be found in Europe during the early Jurassic period about 200 million years

Background imageDorset Collection: The famous cobbled street of Gold Hill in Shaftesbury, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The famous cobbled street of Gold Hill in Shaftesbury, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Dorset Hay Wain

Dorset Hay Wain
A farmer leading a horse-drawn hay cart (or hay wain) in a country lane in Dorset, England. Date: early 1940s

Background imageDorset Collection: Golden Cap, Jurassic Coast, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Dorset, England

Golden Cap, Jurassic Coast, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Old Town and Harbour, Weymouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Old Town and Harbour, Weymouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Yacht sailing west along the coast, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Yacht sailing west along the coast, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Gold Hill, Shaftesbury

Gold Hill, Shaftesbury, Dorset, England, United Kingdom

Background imageDorset Collection: Aerial image of Badbury Rings, an Iron Age hill fort, Dorset, England, United Kingdom

Aerial image of Badbury Rings, an Iron Age hill fort, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: West Beach and Cliffs, Bournemouth, Poole Bay, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

West Beach and Cliffs, Bournemouth, Poole Bay, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Jubilee Memorial, Weymouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Jubilee Memorial, Weymouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Bournemouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Bournemouth, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: The Harbour at Lyme Regis, Dorset, England

The Harbour at Lyme Regis, Dorset, England

Background imageDorset Collection: UK, Dorset, Jurassic Coast, Weymouth, Custom House Quay

UK, Dorset, Jurassic Coast, Weymouth, Custom House Quay

Background imageDorset Collection: Sandbanks, Poole, Dorset

Sandbanks, Poole, Dorset
Sandbanks - a small peninsula or spit crossing the mouth of Poole Harbour on the English Channel coast at Poole in Dorset, England. The Childrens Pond. Date: circa 1930s

Background imageDorset Collection: Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) adult male at rest, Dorset, UK, November

Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) adult male at rest, Dorset, UK, November

Background imageDorset Collection: Posters warning those guilty of illegal oaths were liable to deportation, (1834), 1934

Posters warning those guilty of illegal oaths were liable to deportation, (1834), 1934
Posters warning that people found guilty of uttering illegal oaths were liable to deportation, 1834. On 24th February 1834 local landowners in Dorsetput up posters warning that people found guilty of

Background imageDorset Collection: Pulpit Rock, Portland Bill, Dorset, England

Pulpit Rock, Portland Bill, Dorset, England

Background imageDorset Collection: Corner of Baker Street and Dorset Street, Marylebone, London

Corner of Baker Street and Dorset Street, Marylebone, London
National Westminster Bank building on the corner of Baker Street and Dorset Street, Marylebone, London. Date: circa 1905

Background imageDorset Collection: Market Place, Blandford Forum, Dorset

Market Place, Blandford Forum, Dorset
Market Place, Blandford Forum, near Poole, Dorset, England. Date: 1904

Background imageDorset Collection: Hengistbury Head Cliffs and Beach, Bournemouth, Poole Bay, Dorset, England, United Kingdom

Hengistbury Head Cliffs and Beach, Bournemouth, Poole Bay, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: A winter sunset at Durdle Door on the Jurassic Coast, UNESCO World Heritage Site

A winter sunset at Durdle Door on the Jurassic Coast, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Grimstone and Frampton Station, Dorset, c. 1963

Grimstone and Frampton Station, Dorset, c. 1963
A sweeping view of the signal box, platform buildings and footbridge at Grimstone and Frampton Station. This photograph was taken from the embankment alongside the down line

Background imageDorset Collection: Asteroceras, fossil ammonite

Asteroceras, fossil ammonite
A 16 cm diameter specimen of the Jurassic ammonite Asteroceras from the Lower Jurassic of Dorset, England

Background imageDorset Collection: Durdle Door and Bats Head, Dorset, Jurassic Coast, UNESCO World Heritage Site, England

Durdle Door and Bats Head, Dorset, Jurassic Coast, UNESCO World Heritage Site, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Lyme Regis, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Lyme Regis, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Christchurch Priory and pleasure boats on the River Stour, Dorset, England

Christchurch Priory and pleasure boats on the River Stour, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Stone jetty and new pier at dawn, Swanage, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Stone jetty and new pier at dawn, Swanage, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Charmouth, Jurassic Coast, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Dorset, England

Charmouth, Jurassic Coast, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageDorset Collection: Lulworth Cove, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Lulworth Cove, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe




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Dorset, a picturesque county located in the southwest of England, is a treasure trove of natural beauty and historical significance. From its stunning coastline along the Jurassic Coast to its charming towns and landmarks, it offers something for every traveler. One notable figure associated with this region is Mary Anning (1799-1847), a renowned paleontologist who made groundbreaking discoveries in fossil hunting. Her contributions to science are celebrated in museums across the world. Picture No. 10741258 captures Swanage Beach and its iconic white cliffs, showcasing the breathtaking scenery that awaits visitors. The Jurassic Coast stretches along Dorset's shoreline, offering glimpses into millions of years of Earth's history. Another highlight is Durdle Door, an impressive limestone arch standing tall against crashing waves. This natural wonder attracts countless visitors who marvel at its beauty and snap memorable photographs. For train enthusiasts, the Swanage Railway provides an enchanting journey through time as steam trains chug their way past Corfe Castle. This medieval ruin adds an air of mystery and intrigue to the already captivating landscape. Mudeford Spit, a sandbank nestled within Christchurch Harbour, offers tranquility amidst nature's splendor. Visitors can enjoy leisurely walks or simply relax on sandy shores while taking in panoramic views of this idyllic location. Weymouth Harbour presents a bustling scene with colorful boats bobbing on calm waters. Its vibrant atmosphere makes it an ideal spot for strolling along promenades or indulging in fresh seafood from local eateries. The Golden Cliff near Bridport showcases yet another facet of Dorset's charm – rugged cliffs contrasting against golden sands below. It serves as a gateway to exploring more wonders along the Jurassic Coastline. Studland Beach beckons beachgoers with its pristine shores and stunning vistas that include The Foreland or Hardfast Point featuring Old Harry Rock – distinctive chalk formations rising majestically from turquoise waters.

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