The Dorset Holiday Specialists
About Henderson's Dorset
Hello! I am Rachel Henderson, the founder of Henderson's Dorset. I have lived in the Dorset all my life and love the county which has always been my home. I started my walking career before I could even walk, being carried across hill and vale by my parents who were keen walkers and founder members of The Dorset Wildlife Trust. Inspired by their love of Dorset, walking and all things wild, I have spent a lifetime exploring the hidden corners of the county. All of our tours are overseen by me and I will ensure that you get the very best out of your time here. We can't wait to meet you!
Dorset changes with the seasons and therefore so too should your Dorset escape. What might be the best thing to do in June, may not be the best thing in September and that is where our expertise and knowledge come in to play.
We have created a range of holidays that showcase the best of Dorset but even these are flexible on some level so that we can make sure you are experiencing the very best that Dorset has to offer and making the most of your precious time here.
If you're not sure what you want, then talk to one of our friendly advisors who can guide you through your options and design something unique to you.
Whether it's beaches, birds, butterflies, beer or brunch that you are looking for, we know the best places!
We do not organise flights but we do offer airport and station transfers as well as chauferred cars during your stay through our travel partners Cross Country Cabs, all of who's vehicles are comfortable E-Class Mercedes which are kept in immaculate condition. If you prefer to be more independent, then we are happy just to organise your itinerary and provide you with maps, directions, guides and visitor information and send you on your way each day, safe in the knowledge that you are getting the best out of your stay.
Our accommodation partners are the very best hotels and inns in the county and we regularly inspect their rooms and restaurants to ensure that they are still meeting our high standards. Most of our choices are in the centre of the county so that you aren't too far from all the best sights but we can equally recommend hotels in any location to suit you. If you have your own accommodation orginanised, then we are equally happy just to arrange your days for you. Whatever suits you best suits us too.
About Our Walking Holidays
Here at Henderson’s Dorset, we are passionate about the wonderful walking our county has to offer. From the world-famous Jurassic Coast to the little known hills and valleys of West Dorset, we know the best routes after a life-time of exploring the countryside around us on foot.
You can choose from one of our set itineraries or we can work with you to create something unique to you.
We will always be on hand to help and, as we are based locally, you can sure that there is someone nearby whatever you need. We will provide you with a comprehensive walker’s pack prior to your holiday which will contain easily followed written instructions (with photographs), maps and local information, from where to get the best afternoon tea to local folklore, myths and legends, all in a waterproof cover (after all, this is England!).
We will also provide digital GPX files, or our routes can be followed on the Ordnance Survey app. We will talk to you about what will work best for you whilst we are organising your trip, to ensure that you have the materials you need to navigate your route successfully. We will also recommend the best places to eat, interesting places to stop and the best spot for your picnic, which we will provide each day. These will be created using local, artisanal produce and you will be offered a menu to choose from.
If you are walking a long-distance trail, we will transfer your luggage each day and ensure that it reaches your destination before you do. If you are on a single-centre walking holiday, then we will transport you to and from your walking route each day. We handle all of the transfers ourselves, so you won’t need to worry about getting to trains or buses and we can even collect you from the airport.
Protecting Your Money
All of our packages are protected by a specialist travel trust fund, so you can book safe in the knowledge that your money is kept in a trust account until you have completed your holiday. You will be able to log into your account online to see its status and check on your funds at any time.
Payment
A non-refundable deposit of £100 per person is required at the time of booking and the balance of payment must be made in full no later than eight weeks before the start of the holiday. Deposit payments can be made by credit or debit card or bank transfer. Subsequent payments are to be made directly into a third party, specialist trust account and you will be provided with a link to your account so that you can make your payment direct when it is due.
For more information on our payment and cancellation policies, please visit our Terms and Conditions page.
Please note that as part of our booking terms, we require every member of your party to have travel insurance that must cover hill walking, medical treatment and repatriation.
About Our Dorset Escapes
As we mentioned, nobody knows Dorset better than us! So let us arrange your escape to Dorset, whatever you would like it to include. We have a range of set tours for you to choose from or we can tailor a stay just for you. We can arrange as much or as little as you would like, from just providing you with an itinerary for your time here to driving you in a Mercedes E-Class car with a personal guide every day. If you would like to see what we could do for you, then just email us with a wish-list and we will come back to you with a suggested itinerary.
Protecting Your Money
All of our packages are protected by a specialist travel trust fund, so you can book safe in the knowledge that your money is kept in a trust account until you have completed your holiday. You will be able to log into your account online to see its status and check on your funds at any time.
Payment
A non-refundable deposit of £100 per person is required at the time of booking and the balance of payment must be made in full no later than eight weeks before the start of the holiday. Deposit payments can be made by credit or debit card or bank transfer. Subsequent payments are to be made directly into a third party, specialist trust account and you will be provided with a link to your account so that you can make your payment direct when it is due.
For more information on our payment and cancellation policies, please visit our Terms and Conditions page.
Please note that as part of our booking terms, we require all overseas visitors to have travel insurance that must cover medical treatment and repatriation.
About Our Day Walks
Our standard day walks are designed to be self-guided but we can provide a guide to lead you by arrangement. Availability for guided walks is limited, so please contact us with dates and numbers and we'll see what we can do.
If you choose a self-guided walk, we will provide you with easily followed written instructions (with photographs), maps and local information, from where to get the best afternoon tea to local folklore, myths and legends, all in a waterproof cover (after all, this is England!).
We will also provide digital GPX files, or our routes can be followed on the Ordnance Survey app.
Payment
A deposit of 50% is required at the time of booking. The balance of payment must be made in full no later than 1 week before the date of the walk.
For more information on our payment and cancellation policies, please visit our Terms and Conditions page.
About Our Day Tours
Our day tours are priced for a Mercedes E-Class car and up to four passengers, with a well-informed, local guide. Choose from our selection of tours or contact us to discuss a tour tailored to your requirements.
Payment
A deposit of 50% is required at the time of booking. The balance of payment must be made in full no later than 1 week before the date of the tour.
For more information on our payment and cancellation policies, please visit our Terms and Conditions page.
