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CLOTHING & LIFESTYLE Wedding dress boutique Pre-oWned dresses Waiting to be reloved. 171 Bridport Road, Poundbury Dorchester, Dorset 01305 757337 www.yard.co.uk facebook.com/shopYard 14 Challacombe Square, Poundbury, Dorchester, DT1 3SX [t]: 01305 251808 [m]: 07407 714153 [e]: [email protected] [w]: bridalreloved.co.uk FLORIST Tel: 01305 268878 www.poundburyflorist.co.uk Bespoke investment portfolios for you Abby, Ian, Kate and Shelley have over 80 years combined investment experience; Charles Stanley has had a presence in Dorchester for many years. Retail RETAIL REVOLUTION As a shopping destination, Poundbury caters for those looking for something unique. With a wealth of independent shops, this is the place for some well-earned retail therapy T he joy of the independently owned boutique shops in Poundbury is that you never quite know what you’ll find. There are 25 shops and each one very different. The Buttermarket has become the
main shopping hub with a gift shop called Magpie and its childhood counterpart
Mini Magpie. Just up from that, Boo’s
Toy Shop offers an incredible selection of traditional, wooden and unusual toys and a full range of LEGO. Owner Charlotte Polley has been chosen as one of the country's best shops for Small Biz Saturday. Next to Boo's is Christabel’s Linens, Buttermarket Stores and the award-winning Yard just up on Bridport Road. While on Lower Blakemere Road, you’ll find something stylish with independent menswear store, Clath. If you are into crafts there’s Pauline’s Patchwork and The Half Moon Bead Shop. Further along Bridport Road you cannot miss Cherryade’s striking décor. Accessories from Yard Opposite that you can head to Gallimaufry for a look at its unconventional furniture and home furnishings. For cycling enthusiasts there are two bike shops Poundbury Cyclesport and electric bike shop Dorset Cycle Life. There is also Running Free Poundbury in Ringhill Street for running enthusiasts. For people planning a celebration or weddings, the wedding suppliers The Poundbury Florist, Angel Cake Company, The Dorset Wine Company, Butterfly Brides, Bridal Reloved and Boutique at Number 6 are all in walking distance of each other so perfect for a shopping expedition. Queen Mother Square is a popular food shopping destination for shoppers with Waitrose, the brilliant artisan Brace of Butchers, Dorset Wine and a taste of worldwide cuisine from Olives Et Al. While the Poundbury Garden Centre caters for your every gardening need and Gallery on the Square opposite offers art, gifts and a café to recharge your batteries. Cherrya de o 6 BOUTIQUE AT N Exclusive to Dorchester Beautiful Collections For Special Occasions Mother of the Bride/Groom Wedding Guest, Race Day Cruise, Summer Dresses, Fabulous Hats/Fascinators Shoes/Bags Dyed To Match We take pride in offering a personal, bespoke portfolio management service and can also help you with your wider financial needs; all delivered in a friendly manner. Our clients include private individuals, trusts, charities & companies and we welcome the opportunity to work with your existing advisors. We are a local & independently-run florist, creating award-winning floral designs in the heart of Dorset. Order online for local delivery within 10 miles of Dorchester. *NEW* Click & Collect-from-our-shop visit www.poundburyflorist.co.uk Or just call us - 01305 268878 68 WWW.CELEBRATINGPOUNDBURY.CO.UK We would be happy to discuss your own individual situation with you. For more information, please contact us at: Sizes 8 - 24 A Warm and Friendly Welcome Awaits You T | 01305 217400 E | [email protected] www.charles-stanley.co.uk/dorchester Please be aware that the value of your investments may fall as well as rise and your capital is at risk Charles Stanley & Co. Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Registered office: 55 Bishopsgate, London EC2N 3AS. Registered in England No. 1903304. Visit us at: 6 Challacombe Square, Poundbury, Dorchester, Dorset DT1 3SX Telephone: 01305 757537 www.boutiqueatno6.co.uk WWW.CELEBRATINGPOUNDBURY.CO.UK 69