neighbouring areas
| Beaminster | Dorchester | Portland | Verwood |
| Bournemouth | Ferndown | Shaftesbury | Wareham |
| Bridport | Gillingham | Sherborne | Weymouth |
| Broadstone | Lyme Regis | Sturminster Newton | Wimborne |
| Christchurch | Poole | Swanage |
Blandford Forum, situated on the River Stour, is an outstanding example of an historic market town. Blandford is the home of Hall and Woodhouse Inns and Badger Beer breweries, providing local ale that is sold throughout Dorset. The architecture in the town centre is predominantly Georgian, together with a variety of other period buildings. Local estate agents say that people searching for property for sale in Blandford Forum find it is a convenient location for commuting to work in the nearby towns of Poole and Bournemouth. Whether you are searching for a period cottage with a river frontage, or your preference is for a modern house within walking distance of the town centre, or perhaps an apartment in a converted Edwardian house, the estate agents in Blandford Forum will be able to assist you with your search for the right property.
Amenities for properties in Blandford Forum
Blandford Forum town centre provides an excellent range of shops and facilities catering for everyday needs. There are several small supermarkets, and just outside town there is a medium sized Tesco and a Homebase. There is a good choice of doctors, dentists and chemists, and a small community hospital. The large towns of Bournemouth, Poole, Dorchester, and Salisbury are all approximately half an hour from Blandford Forum, where there is a wider choice of shopping and entertainment. Families with children who are searching for houses for sale in Blandford Forum will discover there are eight primary schools and one secondary school in the area, as well as a number of renowned private schools, such as Knighton House, Bryanston School and Canford School.
Transport for Blandford Forum
By road Blandford Forum is well positioned at the junction of the A350, linking the port of Poole with the M4 to the north, and the A354 Salisbury to Dorchester road. The A30, A303, M27 and M3 are all within easy reach of the town, as are cross channel ferries and international airports. The nearest mainline railway station is in Poole.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Blandford Forum, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas and look for property for sale in Wimborne, Shaftesbury and Sherborne.