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Flower Delivery to Shillingstone with Clare Florist

With a varied landscape of chalk downs, limestone ridges, and clay valleys, it comes as no surprise that much of Dorset has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. In the northern part of the county is a wide valley comprised of alternating belts of clay and limestone soils: the Blackmore Vale. One of the many settlements in the vale is the quiet village of Shillingstone.
Featured in the Domesday Book of 1086, it was once an agricultural community known as a supplier of moss. Today, many of the residents now commute to neighbouring towns for work.

Shillingstone once featured a railway station, which was integral in allowing the transport of moss to surrounding towns. The station was on the single track stretch from Templecombe to Blandford. It was one of the most beautiful stations on the line thanks to its architecture as well as setting. The station has played host to a king during its centuries-old history: King Edward VII passed through the station on his way to the nearby Iwerne Minster House, home of the Lord and Lady Wolverton.

The frequent visits of the king prompted one of the most elegant changes to the station: an ornate canopy, a feature that is unusual for small railway stations. And just like many stations operating in the 19th and 20th centuries, one could find beautiful Shillingstone flowers in the garden, which was cared for by the station’s staff. Although the station completely closed in 1966, it is being restored by the North Dorset Railway Trust.

The trust has already made several achievements, including the restoration of the station gardens and greenhouse, where seeds used to plant flowers in Shillingstone station were propagated. A visit to the Shillingstone Railway Project is one of the best experiences not only for the architecture but also for the views: it is overlooked by Hambledon Hill (an ancient hill-fort) with the River Stour flowing in the foreground.

Apart from the gardens, the station buildings in the old Shillingstone railway have also been renovated to include a cafe, shop, museum, and model railway exhibition.

Shillingstone is a visually arresting place and as such, outdoor activities such as cycling, walking, and horse riding are ideal. The village is along the North Dorset Trailway, which traverses many picturesque villages located in the Blackmore Vale. The trailway passes through the Shillingstone Station Restoration Project, which can serve as a starting point. Other places of interest on the path include the Fiddleford Manor and Hambledon Hill National Nature Reserve.

Another place of interest in the village is Shillingstone House, a 30-acre property that dates back to 1879. It was home to the Portman family but is now in the ownership of Michael and Lady Caroline Salt. Set in a beautiful area of the Dorset countryside, the property is a great setting for weddings and other events.

We are an online florist where you can order flowers for delivery to Shillingstone and neighbouring areas. We stock a variety of floral arrangements perfect for anniversaries, birthdays, Mother’s Day, and Valentine’s Day, among others. Simply get in touch with us when you want to send flowers to Shillingstone to avail of our next-day delivery service!

Flower delivery in Shillingstone, Dorset from Clare Florist

Our florists love making bouquets and arrangements for UK flower delivery, and we can send flowers to Shillingstone, Dorset for you. We have a wide range of Roses, Freesia flower bouquets, and Lilies, as well as Classic Bouquets and our Colourful flower Bouquets, and our range of Flowers under £21.00. Our home page provides more information on our extensive range of next-day flower delivery services, all of which are available for next day UK flower delivery to Shillingstone, Dorset, Or indeed anywhere in the UK! When you're thinking of a gift to give on birthdays, anniversaries, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day and other occasions, why not send flowers to Shillingstone, Dorset? Through us, you can choose from a variety of bouquets to those close to your heart. We also offer next-day delivery service in case you want your blooms to arrive right on schedule. So if you want flowers delivered on special occasions, make sure to order flowers for delivery to Shillingstone, Dorset. Best of all, our seven day freshness guarantee means you can rest assured knowing your special someone will enjoy their flowers for days after delivery.

Sending Flowers to Shillingstone, Dorset

Our flowers delivery services in Shillingstone, Dorset are usually made by DPD or Royal Mail Special Delivery. 99.9% of our flowers are delivered by 5pm on the requested day - (more commonly before noon), except UK Public Holidays. We also offer a range of next-day flower delivery options in Shillingstone, Dorset - specific information is available during checkout.

Flower delivery information for Shillingstone, Dorset

Please ask if you need special arrangements, as sometimes we can accommodate special requests. Email queries@clareflorist.co.uk and we'll try to help.

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At appropriate times of year we can also deliver Valentine's Day flowers, Easter Flowers, Mother's Day flowers, and Christmas Flowers to Shillingstone, Dorset.

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