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Poundbury
Poundbury is a thriving new urban development on the outskirts of Dorchester,
West Dorset . It was designed by the Prince of Wales who outlined his pioneering ideas in his 1989 book, ‘A Vision of Britain’.
Work began in the mid 1990’s with the aim of completing development in 2025. This will add approximately 5,000 to the population of
Dorchester with 2,000 jobs in the factories, offices and general facilities across the site.
Poundbury is made up of Town Houses, Cottages, Shops and Light Industry. Its innovative design allows the combination of Traditional Architecture and Modern Town Planning and boasts a thriving community in which people can work and live in close proximity.
Shops
Poundbury has a number of independent shops and delicatessens selling a range of local delicacies.
Businesses
A number of businesses have premises in the village.
Places to eat
Poundbury has a pub and a couple of eateries offering cuisine from a light snack to a la carte menus.
Accomodation
There is a B and B in Poundbury offering high quality accommodation.
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