Where Is Bridport, England?

Bridport is a historic market town in Dorset, Southwest England, on the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site.

• Location: 15 mi (24 km) west of Dorchester, 25 mi (40 km) east of Exeter.
• Setting: Valley of the River Brit, which flows through town to the English Channel at West Bay (1.5 mi south).
• Heritage: Rope & net making since 13th century (supplied Royal Navy); "Bridport dagger" = hangman's rope.
• Culture: Annual Bridport Arts & Literary Festival (Sept), vibrant independent shops, food scene.
• Access: A35 trunk road; nearest rail: Maiden Newton (6 mi) or Axminster (10 mi).

A quintessential West Country town where geology, history, and creativity meet the sea.