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Enid Blyton Dorset Trail

A 12-night family retreat through Dorset’s coast, castles, and stories inspired by Enid Blyton.

Step into the pages of your childhood with this unforgettable 12-night adventure inspired by the beloved tales of Enid Blyton.

 

Each day becomes a chapter, an invitation to awaken your imagination, and reconnect with your inner child.

Guided by story, nature, and a sense of wonder, we’ll journey across Dorset’s most enchanting landscapes, coastal paths, ancient ruins, tree-lined trails, and charming villages.

 

Along the way, we’ll engage in  storytelling, and creative expression that nourish the mind, body, and spirit.

This is an adventure, a space to breathe, move and relearn the fun of being present. Come for connection, curiosity, and you can leave feeling grounded, inspired, and held by story and community.

Note: All key expenses are included. Full payment is required before our adventure begins, or on arrival at Somers Legacy Headquarters, before we head off. You are simply booking to secure your space.

 

All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Full trip details, packing list, and accessibility information available below - please review before booking.

Enid Blyton Dorset Adventure | Family Storytelling Retreat UK | Somers Legacy Roots & Remedy

Step into the pages of your childhood with this unforgettable 12-night adventure inspired by the beloved tales of Enid               Blyton. Each day becomes a chapter, an invitation to awaken your imagination, and reconnect with your inner child.

​Guided by story, nature, and a sense of wonder, we’ll journey across Dorset’s most enchanting landscapes, coastal paths,                                                                                ancient ruins, tree-lined trails, and charming villages.

 

                                                           Along the way, we’ll engage in storytelling, and creative expression that nourish

                                                                           the mind, body, and spirit.​ This is an adventure, a space to breathe, move and                                                                                   relearn the fun of being present. Come for connection, curiosity and you can

                                                                               leave feeling grounded, inspired, and held by story and community.

                                                                                     Note: All key expenses are included. Full payment is required before our                                                                                        adventure begins, or on arrival at Somers Legacy Headquarters, before we                                                                                     head off. You are simply booking to secure your space.

 

                                                                               All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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                                                                              Full trip details, packing list, and accessibility information available below -                                                                                 please review before booking.

Adventure Highlights:


Swanage & Enid’s Trail vintage station visit, local memories and storyboard creating. 

 

Kimmeridge Baycoastal adventure, nets and buckets, shared storytelling.

 

Kirrin (Corfe) Castle steam train, castle exploration, and village local lore.

The Blue Pool & Treehouse Stayafternoon tea, wild nature, and inspiration walk.

Durdle Door & Rubadub Mysterycliffside tales, elemental walks, sea-gazing and a boat ride.

Knoll Beach & Toyland Village beach play, character-inspired movement, and story-based creative sessions.

Old Harry Rocks & Mystery Moor sunset walks, creative journaling and literary picnic.

Whispering Island (Brownsea) ferry ride, red squirrel spotting, storytelling and nature reflections.

Come as you are, leave with sand in your shoes, the sea breeze within you, stories in your heart, and new friendships rooted in shared wonder to treasure.

Enid Blyton Dorset Adventure | Family Storytelling Retreat UK | Somers Legacy Roots & Remedy

Adventure Highlights:

 

Swanage & Enid’s Trail vintage station visit, local memories and

storyboard creating.

 

Kimmeridge Baycoastal adventure, nets and buckets, shared 

storytelling.

 

Kirrin (Corfe) Castle steam train, castle exploration, and village

local lore.

The Blue Pool & Treehouse Stayafternoon tea, wild nature, and 

inspiration walk.

Durdle Door & Rubadub Mysterycliffside tales, elemental walks,

sea-gazing and a boat ride.

Knoll Beach & Toyland Village beach play, character-inspired movement,

and story-based creative sessions.

Old Harry Rocks & Mystery Moor sunset walks, creative journaling and literary picnic.

Whispering Island (Brownsea) ferry ride, red squirrel spotting, storytelling and nature reflection.
 

Come as you are, leave with sand in your shoes, the sea breeze within you, stories in your heart, and new friendships

rooted in shared wonder to treasure.

Perfect for free spirits, literary lovers, and curious souls who want to:

Reconnect with Your Inner Child: through classic tales, playful exploration, and creative activities.

Experience Slow Travel: across Dorset’s most magical locations, no rushing, just presence.

Strengthen Family Bonds: with shared story-making, nature walks, and meaningful downtime.

Immerse in Nature: daily beaches, coastal, woodland, and wildlife-rich spots.

 

Nourish the Soul: through storytelling woven into each day.

Rest and Reset: cosy accommodations, from treehouses, pods to B&B Hotels.

 

Encourage Mindful Living:  screen-free moments, outdoor meals occasionally, and embodied presence.

Discover Literary History: by walking in the footsteps of Enid Blyton, visiting key locations from her life and books.

Foster Creativity: through beach games, writing and imagination-led group sessions.

Build Community: within a supportive group, rooted in kindness and shared curiosity.

 

Leave With Treasured Memories: and perhaps sand in your shoes! A trip that nourishes body, mind, and soul.

Enid Blyton Dorset Adventure | Family Storytelling Retreat UK | Somers Legacy Roots & Remedy

Perfect for free spirits, literary lovers, and curious souls who want to:

                                                                                Reconnect with Your Inner Child: through classic tales, playful exploration,                                                                                                and creative activities.

                                                                                                Experience Slow Travel: across Dorset’s most magical locations, no                                                                                                           rushing, just presence.

                                                                                                         Strengthen Family Bonds: with shared story-making, nature                                                                                                                 walks, and meaningful downtime.

                                                                                                             Immerse in Nature: daily beaches, coastal, woodland, and                                                                                                                      wildlife-rich spots

                                                                                                                  Nourish the Soul: through storytelling, woven into each                                                                                                                        day.

                                                                                                                  Rest and Reset: cosy accommodations, from treehouses,

                                                                                                                pods to B&B Hotels.

                                                                                                              Encourage Mindful Living: screen-free moments, outdoor                                                                                                                  meals occasionally, and embodied presence.

                                                                                                        Discover Literary History: by walking in the footsteps of Enid                                                                                                          Blyton, visiting key locations from her life and books.

                                                                                                Foster Creativity: through beach games, writing and imagination-

                                                                                            led group sessions.

                                                                                         Build Community: within a supportive group, rooted in kindness and

                                                                                    shared curiosity.

                                                                            Leave With Treasured Memories: and perhaps sand in your shoes! A trip that

                                                                       nourishes body, mind, & soul.

Adventure Snapshot:

Length of Trip: 12-nights, 13-days

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Where We Stay: Across this 12-night journey, you’ll stay in thoughtfully chosen campsites, a whimsical treehouse, charming B&B, hotel, Inn and nature inspired pod.

 

Each location invites connection, that’s sharing stories around a firepit, waking to the rustle of trees, or enjoying a toasty drink with sunset views.

Treehouses & Pods offer comfort in nature, complete with real beds, lighting, electricity, and outdoor fire-cooked meals and stargazing.

Campsites bring back-to-basics charm, ideal for families who love to pitch up and wake to the sunrise. (Campers bring their own gear.)

B&Bs and Beach Hotels provide classic comfort and convenience, with access to WiFi,  evening amenities like spa, games room, and lounges.

 

Premier Inns for those who like familiar comforts and practical ease during longer travel stretches.

 

You will get to try them all, meaning no matter where you lay your head, every place is chosen to support rest, community, and a deep connection with the landscape and stories of Dorset.

Enid Blyton Dorset Adventure | Family Storytelling Retreat UK | Somers Legacy Roots & Remedy

Adventure Snapshot:​
 

                               Length of Trip: 12-nights, 13-days

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                                   Where We Stay: Across this 12-night journey, you'll stay in thoughtfully                                              chosen campsites, a whimsical treehouse, charming B&B, hotel, Inn                                                   and nature inspired pod. Each location invites connection, that's                                                     sharing stories around a firepit, waking to the rustle of trees, or                                                       enjoying a toasty drink with sunset views.

                                                                                                        Treehouses & Pods offer comfort in nature, complete with real                                                                                                               beds, lighting, electricity, and outdoor fire-cooked meals and                                                                                                               stargazing.

                                           

                                                                                                        Campsites bring back-to-basics charm, ideal for families who                                                                                                            love to pitch up and wake to the sunrise. (Campers bring their                                                                                                         own gear.)

                                                                                         

                                                                                         B&Bs and Beach Hotels provide classic comfort and convenience, with                                                                                            access to WiFi, evening amenities like spa, games room, and lounges.

                                                     

                                                                                 Premier Inn for those who like familiar comforts and practical ease during                                                                                  longer travel stretches.

 

You will get to try them all, meaning no matter where you lay your head, every place is chosen to support rest, community, and a deep connection with the landscape and stories of Dorset.

What’s Included:

 

This sightseeing adventure, is a fully story-rich journey. Each day includes creative, playful activities designed to use imagination and deepen your connection to the places you explore.

Included in your experience:​

 

Daily themed sessions:

story reflections, 'storyboard' creating and movement. 

 

All site fees and attraction entries, including:

Castles, and nature reserve,

steam train rides & ferry crossing, model village, arcade, and pier. A boat trip and adventure net, bucket,  and spade.

 

Guided experiences tailored to each location, souvenir gift shop credit (£10 per shop)

 

Everything you need is arranged with care, so you can focus on the stories, scenery, and memories waiting to unfold.

Enid Blyton Dorset Adventure | Family Storytelling Retreat UK | Somers Legacy Roots & Remedy

What’s Included:

 

This sightseeing adventure, is a fully story-rich journey. Each day

includes creative, playful activities designed to use imagination

and deepen your connection to the places you explore.

Included in your experience:

Daily themed sessions: story reflections, 'storyboard' creating and

movement.

 

All site fees and attraction entries, including: Castles and nature

reserve, steam train rides & ferry crossing, model village, arcade,

and pier. A boat trip and adventure net, bucket, and spade.

 

Guided experiences tailored to each location, souvenir gift shop credit

(£10 per shop)

 

Everything you need is arranged with care, so you can focus on the stories, scenery, and memories waiting to unfold.

Meals & Drinks:​ Nourishment is part of the adventure! Each day includes:​

Breakfast – a mix of cereals, pastries, and cooked options

Lunch – one course plus a drink

Dinner – two courses and a drink, with all dietary needs

Extras – picnic, afternoon tea, beachside drink, and ice cream

Drinks – tea, coffee, milk, juice, soft drinks, and water 

 

All meals comfort and energise, throughout our journey.​

 

Transport: Group car share (petrol covered for drivers). All sites walkable once we arrive at base.​​

Enid Blyton Dorset Adventure | Family Storytelling Retreat UK | Somers Legacy Roots & Remedy

                               Meals & Drinks:​ Nourishment is part of the adventure! Each day includes:

                                      Breakfast – a mix of cereals, pastries, and cooked options

                                        Lunch – one course plus a drink

                                          Dinner – two courses and a drink, with all dietary needs 

                                           Extras – picnic, afternoon tea, beachside drink, ice cream

                                           Drinks – tea, coffee, milk, juice, soft drinks, and water

                                      All meals comfort and energise, throughout our journey.

                         Transport: Group car share (petrol covered for drivers). All sites walkable once

                       we arrive at base.​

Accessibility Notes:

This adventure includes varied terrain and is best suited for guests who are comfortable with walking 10,000+ steps everyday,

and prone to seasickness or significant fear of heights.

 

Additional details: This is not suitable for most mobility equipment like scooters or walking frames, however walking sticks are welcome.

 

Families will need foldable pushchairs and a baby body carrier is required.

 

If you are unsure if this adventure is right for you, please get in touch using the contact form.

Safety / Insurance: This is a fully guided UK trip. No travel insurance is required for British citizens, though personal activity insurance is encouraged.

Enid Blyton Dorset Adventure | Family Storytelling Retreat UK | Somers Legacy Roots & Remedy

Accessibility Notes:​ This adventure includes varied terrain and is best suited

for guests who are​​ comfortable with walking 10,000+ steps everyday, and prone

to seasickness or significant fear of heights.

 

Additional details: This is not suitable for mobility equipment like scooters or

walking frames, however walking sticks are welcome. Families will need foldable

pushchairs and a baby body carrier is required.

 

If you are unsure if this adventure is right for you, please get in touch.

Safety / Insurance: This is a fully guided UK trip. No travel insurance is required

for British citizens, though personal activity insurance is encouraged.

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