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Abbotsbury
Pretty Abbotsbury is at the western end of Chesil Beach and has a swannery. In other parts of the village, you can also visit a children's farm, housed in an impressive medieval barn, and subtropical gardens.
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Travel Deals in The South
- 3-Star BEST WESTERN Royale Fr $117+/Nt Save with Hotels.com, $513/night less
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- $107 & Up: Cheap Bournemouth Stay — $107 Hotels.com
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