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The Great Britain Guide

Historic houses · South West England

Buckshaw House

In or near Holwell.

♿ Wheelchair: limited

Buckshaw House — house in West Dorset, Dorset, England, UK.

Buckshaw House, historic houses in South West England

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Sherborne · 6.7 km
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Buckshaw House is a historic house in South-East England. Officially recognised as Grade II* listed building. The site is within the Dorset National Landscape (AONB). It sits within the West Dorset parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Sherborne, about 6.7 km away. Postcode area DT9.

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Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Dorset

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Buckshaw House is a Grade II* listed historic house located in Holwell, South-East England, with the postcode DT9. This building is situated within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Dorset. Its architectural and historical significance contributes to the region's heritage.

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Coordinates
50.9006, -2.4463
District
Dorset
Parish
Holwell
Postcode
DT9 5LD
Parliamentary constituency
West Dorset
Nearest railway station
Sherborne6.7 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Buckshaw House?
Buckshaw House is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode DT9 5LD), in the parish of Holwell.
What is Buckshaw House?
Buckshaw House — house in West Dorset, Dorset, England, UK.
How do I get to Buckshaw House?
The nearest railway station is Sherborne, about 6.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode DT9 5LD.
Is Buckshaw House a listed building?
Buckshaw House is officially recognised as Grade II* listed building listed.
Is Buckshaw House a protected site?
Yes — Buckshaw House is part of the Dorset National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Buckshaw House?
The nearest railway station is Sherborne, about 6.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DT9 5LD.