Preston, Dorset

Preston, Dorset

Preston is a coastal village in south Dorset, England. It is approximately convert|3|km|mi|0 north-east of Weymouth.

On the coast is the beach resort of Bowleaze Cove.

External links

* [http://www.weymouth-dorset.co.uk/preston.html Preston Local History]

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