Welcome to Dorset — England’s Jurassic jewel, where fossil‑rich cliffs meet seaside resorts and the A35 keeps Bournemouth and Dorchester firmly on the map. With around 770,000 residents who know the shortcut to Sandbanks better than any sat‑nav, Dorset blends coastal calm with countryside charm.

Schools That Actually Impress

Bournemouth School, Thomas Hardye in Dorchester, and Sherborne School (the independent heavyweight) all carry strong reputations. Translation: your kids will get a solid education, and you’ll have plenty of parents comparing exam results at the school gates.

Economy With a Balance

Dorset’s economy mixes tourism, agriculture, and maritime industries with growing tech and service sectors in Bournemouth and Poole. Add in commuters heading to Southampton and London, and you’ve got a county that’s practical, connected, and quietly thriving.

Things to Do (Besides Timing the A35 Traffic)

• Jurassic Coast – UNESCO World Heritage coastline, perfect for fossil hunting and cliff walks.

• Durdle Door – iconic limestone arch and Instagram favourite.

• Local favourites – Fish and chips on Weymouth seafront, AFC Bournemouth for matchday buzz, and coastal walks for fresh air and photo ops.

Moving Services That Keep It Simple

At M&G, we can’t fix the summer traffic jams on the A35, but we can make moving day a whole lot easier:

• Full packing services

• Secure, insured storage (ideal if your chain moves slower than a beach queue in July)

• Local, national, European & overseas moves (because sometimes Dorset is just a stepping stone to Dubai)

Visit Us (We’ll Put the Kettle On)

Our depot in Acocks Green (B27 6AP) is within easy reach of Dorset via the M5/A35. Pop in during opening hours or contact us directly:

• Freephone: 0800 783 2323

• Tel: 0121 705 2323

• Email: hello@mgtr.co.uk

• Website: www.mgtr.co.uk

• WhatsApp: Little blue button bottom right!

We can arrange a quotation or survey in 60 seconds flat. Fast, efficient, and just cheeky enough to make moving day feel less like hard work.