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Hardys Night - Chapter & Verse
Friday 12th March 2010
Hardys Night-Chapter and Verse On the 13th February, a mock Skimmington Ride took place in South Street, Dorchester, to publicise “Har...


Bonny Sartins Smugglers Tal
Wednesday 24th March 2010
Bonny Sartins Smugglers Tales Wednesday 24th MarchThe Town Hall, East Street, BridportThis year's show by The Yetties front man will explore the...


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Maiden's Grave Gate and the Coffin Tree

Location: Tyneham and Creech

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Ghost of a Maiden

Maiden's Grave GateThe carved coffin on an old oak tree, known locally as the 'Coffin Tree.' Marks the grave of Jane Gilbert, a young dairymaid who committed suicide by hanging herself in the cowsheds of Baltington Farm. Her ghost is said to still haunt the area at Maiden's Grave Gate.