Dorset is a county in the southwest of England and lies on the coast of the English Channel. In this region you will experience the best of both worlds, because Dorset is not only known for impressive coastal landscapes on the Jurassic Coast and beautiful sandy beaches, but also for unspoilt rural areas with mysterious forests. The region is a fantastic playground for landscape photography. The varied coastal landscape is characterised by chalk cliffs and spectacular limestone cliffs and is one of the most beautiful in the UK.
As usual, we count on local know-how on this Dorset photo tour. You will be travelling with renowned British professional landscape photographer Jack Lodge. Jack grew up in Dorset and will take you to the best and most beautiful photo spots of his homeland. He will adjust the guiding by the level of knowledge of the participants and will be happy to give helpful and creative tips for photography.
Spring is one of the most beautiful seasons to visit the south of England. In April, the beauty of Dorset is almost all yours. Nature awakens, the trees sprout, the birds chirp and the young lambs leap across the endless green pastures. In the woods of Dorset, the bluebell season is beginning and purple carpets of blossom provides a stunning colour spectacle.
Join us in Dorset with your camera and take home the magical beauty of this British region in dreamlike images.
CHF 3’490.- | Price per person sharing (double occupancy) |
CHF 3’890.- | Price per person in a single room |
My photo trip to Dorset was a real feast for the senses! Between majestic coastlines and idyllic landscapes, we discovered a world of beauty. The bluebells and wild garlic were in full bloom and provided a magical backdrop for some great shots. Jenny and Jack guided us through this picturesque landscape with their unrivalled expertise and passion. Thank you Amazing Views for an unforgettable trip full of magical moments, blooming bluebells and delicious afternoon tea! Hope to see you again soon.
The trip to Dorset clearly exceeded my expectations. It goes without saying that a bit of luck was involved. A good mix of spots on the coast and inland and then, for me, the bluebells in the woods were an absolute stroke of luck. Good spots, nice new acquaintances, good food and a lot learnt. What more could you want? Gladly again.
In the early hours of the morning, when foxes, deer and hares felt safe in the middle of the road, the Amazing Views photo group challenged them for the ‘field’. On the way to the sunrise, to marvellous stretches of coast and beach, to the lighthouse and pier and to real carpets of bluebells. The delicate spring greenery competed with the bluebells and wild garlic to the delight of our eyes. A wonderfully varied week of photography, which I can only recommend, lies behind me. Jenny and Jack could not have provided us with better support and photography. Jenny was always there to help with technical problems and give suggestions, Jack was a tireless motivator and counsellor.
We meet at London Heathrow Airport. For the flight, we will be happy to provide you with the appropriate flight connection in good time before the tour.
Upon arrival, you will be driven directly to our first accommodation in the heart of the Purbecks. This charming country hotel is the perfect base for our excursions in the varied Dorset countryside. Check-in followed by dinner together.
From our accommodation we discover the highlights of the spectacular Jurassic Coast. Over a length of about 150 kilometres, the impressive coastal strip offers a variety of breath-taking photo motifs.
You will photograph the beauties of this impressive area. Look forward to imposing cliffs, impressive rock formations, picturesque hilly landscapes and beautiful sandy beaches.
The exact daily programme for these days is put together on site at short notice in order to be able to respond to the respective weather and light conditions. This guarantees that you will be at the most beautiful places on the Dorset coast in the best light.
After breakfast we check out of our hotel and drive to our next accommodation, a beautiful Old English country house lovingly run by the owners.
On the way we visit Corfe Castle, one of the most iconic and dramatic sites in southern England.
Wimborne is the perfect base for exploring Dorset’s unspoilt countryside and fantastic woodlands. Spring is considered the best time to find bluebells in the beautiful woodland. With a bit of luck, join us in Dorset to photograph beautiful bluebell flower carpets in the many magical woodland landscapes.
For the exact programme of the day, we consider the weather and light conditions at the time and adapt it at short notice. We guarantee to take you to the most beautiful woodland areas at the best time.
On our last day, you will check out after breakfast together. You will then be transferred to London Heathrow Airport for your individual journey home or onwards.
Our first accommodation is a charming country hotel in a perfect location for exploring the Purbeck Peninsula.
Each room is individually and characterfully designed with unplastered stone walls and beautiful exposed wooden beams. Steeped in history and charm, the rooms have a modern bathroom, seating area and wifi.
The country hotel’s restaurant serves fine food with most ingredients sourced from within a 20-mile radius. There is plenty of nature around the accommodation and great views of the beautiful surroundings.
The second accommodation from our Dorset photography trip is a beautifully renovated Georgian style country house, family owned in Wimborne.
The house has double and single rooms and gives us enough space for a comfortable stay. There are several bathrooms and showers available on different floors. The house has various living rooms and lounges in addition to the bedrooms. All living rooms have high ceilings and are decorated with charm and attention to detail. Each bedroom is uniquely decorated with antique furniture. The traditional bathrooms have been beautifully renovated.
A cosy living room and a dining room complete the country house’s offer. Entertainment and relaxation are offered by the Media & Games Room and the Jacuzzi on the terrace. In the spacious Media & Games Room we can hold picture tuitions and image editing sessions.
We have rented the house exclusively for our group.
Spring is the perfect time to discover the beauty of Dorset at your leisure. On the one hand, the weather is particularly changeable now, which can make for fantastic light moods, and on the other hand, sunrise and sunset take place at very pleasant times. The temperatures during the day are between 8-11 degrees. We deliberately chose this time of year to photograph the coastal landscapes and the first blossoms in the forests.
Due to changeable spring weather, you need to be prepared for all weather conditions in Dorset. We therefore recommend breathable functional clothing using the onion principle, which transports perspiration to the outside without losing heat and dries quickly.
The trip does not require any special physical requirements. We will do short hikes to the photo locations.
Single travellers can book half of a double room. If there is no other guest who wants to share the room, the single room surcharge will apply.
We strongly advise you to purchase insurance for cancellation and return journey costs, which will be needed in the event of a secluded region being evacuated, a local hospital stay or return travel costs to your home country.
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