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15 Best Things to Do in Torquay (Devon, England
"Bennetts Water Gardens in Weymouth are home to 8 acres showcasing wetland plants, trees, palms and water lilies to name a few. The water lilies planted by the Bennett family in 1959 were supplied to Claude Money for his garden in France. Admission prices to the gardens and the museum on site are currently £10 adults, £4.50 children."
"Bennetts Water Gardens is an 8-acre garden in Chickerell, near Weymouth, Dorset, in southern England. It holds national and international collections of water lilies which flower from late May through to September. Sightseeing • Museum • Nature and wildlife • Garden • Park"
"Visit Swallows Rest and discover Dorset, a county of outstanding natural beauty which boasts England’s World Heritage Site known as the Jurassic Coast, with rolling hills, breath taking countryside, beautiful villages, and sandy and award winning beaches. We're on the South West Coastal Path National Trail with 630 miles of superb coastline, one of the top walks in the world. At the bottom of our land is the world famous Chesil Beach and the Fleet Saltwater Estuary which runs 10 miles along to Abbotsbury."
"Every May some 600 free-flying swans choose to nest at this swannery, which shelters in the Fleet Lagoon, protected by the ridge of Chesil Beach. Wandering the network of trails that winds between the swans' nests is an awe-inspiring experience that's punctuated by occasional territorial displays (snuffling coughs and stand-up flapping), ensuring that even the liveliest children are stilled.The swannery is near the picturesque village of Abbotsbury, 10 miles from Weymouth off the B3157."
"Just outside Weymouth in a Premier location away from the noise and bustle of town; only 4 miles from Dorchester. The Riverhouse near the River Wey makes a great base for Weymouth or exploring Dorset. The spacious rooms (refurbished Jan 2016) are in converted stables overlooking the garden - ideal for business people or a quiet break."
"Every May some 600 free-flying swans choose to nest at this swannery, which shelters in the Fleet Lagoon, protected by the ridge of Chesil Beach. Wandering the network of trails that winds between the swans' nests is an awe-inspiring experience that's punctuated by occasional territorial displays (snuffling coughs and stand-up flapping), ensuring that even the liveliest children are stilled.The swannery is near the picturesque village of Abbotsbury, 10 miles from Weymouth off the B3157."