The area is steeped in history with much to see from prehistoric tumulii to the victorian attempt to build a model farm on the lines of the factory communities established by Cadbury and Salt in the midlands. Tucked away in the northwest corner of the "Isle of Purbeck" the combined parishes of Affpuddle and Turnerspuddle lie in classic Thomas Hardy country and contain the last home of Lawrence of Arabia. On the western edge is the Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum and to the south are the seaside and maritime delights of the Heritage Coast, Poole and Weymouth as well as the national attractions of Monkey World and the Tank Museum at Bovington. All around is the local countryside of farmland, forest and heath much treasured for its peace and quiet as well as providing habitat for rare wildlife. The parishes represent a little bit of old England with the majority of the community living in Briantspuddle and within a conservation area centred upon the ancient villages of Affpuddle and Turnerspuddle - places for reflection within easy reach of excitement.

Affpuddle The line of the village follows the gentle meanders of the river through its water meadows.	Briantspuddle Dumpy white-walled cottages with thatched roofs.. and 20th century homes all trying to keep in harmony (adapted from Newman and Pevsner 1972).
Isle of Purbeck Not really an Island though known locally as one because it seems so different to everything else in Dorset	The Jurassic Coast An amazing opportunity to walk in the footsteps of dinosaurs and study the remains of prehistoric plant life amongst incredible scenery.
Throop Just over half a mile to the east of Briantspuddle lies the tiny hamlet of Throop.	Where is the Parish? More information about where the Parish is.