Happy Bottom

Settlement in Dorset

England

Happy Bottom

Footpath across golf course fairway A public right-of-way across one of the fairways at Broadstone Golf Course, at Corfe Hills. — Footpath across golf course fairway Credit: Peter Kazmierczak

Happy Bottom is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. Situated in the southwest region of the country, it is nestled within the stunning landscape of the Purbeck Hills. The village derives its name from the lush green valley in which it is situated, characterized by its fertile farmland and scenic beauty.

The village of Happy Bottom is home to a close-knit community of residents who enjoy a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle. The area is known for its picturesque countryside, with rolling hills, meandering streams, and an abundance of wildlife. The village is surrounded by vast expanses of green fields and meadows, providing a tranquil and serene atmosphere for its inhabitants.

Despite its small size, Happy Bottom offers a range of amenities for its residents. The village boasts a charming local pub, which serves as a central meeting point for locals and visitors alike. Additionally, there is a village hall that hosts various social events and activities throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of community spirit.

The village is well-positioned for those who enjoy outdoor activities, with numerous walking and cycling trails that wind through the surrounding countryside. The nearby Purbeck Heritage Coastline offers breathtaking views and opportunities for activities such as swimming, sailing, and fishing.

Overall, Happy Bottom, Dorset is a hidden gem in the heart of the English countryside. With its stunning natural beauty, strong community spirit, and access to outdoor pursuits, it provides a peaceful and fulfilling place to call home.

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Happy Bottom Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.780937/-2.0022175 or Grid Reference SY9997. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footpath across golf course fairway

A public right-of-way across one of the fairways at Broadstone Golf Course, at Corfe Hills.

Peter Kazmierczak

Corfe and Barrow Hills Nature Reserve

Looking towards Rushcombe Bottom, from the footpath across the Corfe and Barrow Hills Nature Reserve.

Peter Kazmierczak

Tributary of the River Stour

A stream passes under Mill Street, the B3078, leading to Netherwood Mead.

Peter Kazmierczak

Lambs Green Lane

Not sure what's turning the water orange, with this field run-off.

Peter Kazmierczak

Beautiful stretch of the Dorset Stour

Taken on the South side of the river, on the Bear Mead nature reserve, near Cowgrove.

Derek Voller

Cutting the hay at Bear Mead nature reserve, near Cowgrove

Derek Voller

Hay cutting at Bear Mead nature reserve

One of the amazing machines that cut the hay and gather it into long piles to be subsequently picked up and baled.

Derek Voller

Loading the baled and wrapped hay, ready for removal

Mid-summer hay cutting at Bear Mead nature reserve

Derek Voller

The incredible baling machine at Bear Mead nature reserve

The machine scoops up the pre-cut silage and forms it into bales, then wraps it in plastic before disgorging it onto the field to await collection.

Derek Voller

Hay cutting at Bear Mead nature reserve

One machine still cutting the grass whilst another carries away the wrapped bales to be loaded and transported.

Derek Voller

Hay cutting at Bear Mead nature reserve

Continuous operation. Cutting of the grass and forming long lines ready for the next machine to scoop it up, form it into round bales and wrap it in plastic. It then dumps it out of the back end ready for the third machine to collect and lift it onto the flat bed trailer for subsequent transportation.

Derek Voller

Roundabout on the A31, Lambs Green

This was my first digital photo in SY

David Howard

Layby on the A31, Sleight

David Howard

Bale carrier on the A31, Sleight

David Howard

Bale carrier on the A31, Sleight

David Howard

Old Milestone by the A31, west of Lambs Green

Stone post (plate lost) by the A31, in parish of CORFE MULLEN (EAST DORSET District), opposite Eastern end of Little Chef car park, on wide verge 2.5m back from road, on North side of road. Dorset 2 (limestone), erected by the Puddletown & Wimborne turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- DORCHESTER 21 WIMBORNE 1 Carved benchmark on front face beneath lettering. Milestone Society National ID: DO_DOWB21

Mike Faherty

Old Milestone by the B3074, Corfe Mullen

Carved stone post by the B3074, in parish of CORFE MULLEN (EAST DORSET District), Blandford Road, Corfe Mullen, at junction of Wimborne Rd and B3074 by Lockyers Middle School, on East side of road. Dorset 2 (limestone), erected by the Blandford & Poole turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- POOLE 5 Carved benchmark front lower centre. Milestone Society National ID: DO_POBFA05

Mike Faherty

Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Wimborne Elms, Corfe Mullen parish

Annulus and bar finial - 3 arms; Dorset halo with NGR by the UC road, in parish of Corfe Mullen (East Dorset District), Cogdean Elms, junction of Wimborne Road with Higher Merley Lane. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DO_SY9997

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Happy Bottom is located at Grid Ref: SY9997 (Lat: 50.780937, Lng: -2.0022175)

Unitary Authority: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Police Authority: Dorset