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Blackmore Vale by Rod Chase
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Set in one of England's many beautiful regions, Blackmore Vale, in the
county of Dorset, contains some of the most scenic landscapes in the
country. The Vale is a wide, breathtaking valley primarily used for
dairy agriculture dotted with small villages and farms. This amazingly
detailed image by Chase features Gold Hill, which is a famous hill and
street in Shaftesbury in the county. This picturesque, quaint village
of steep cobbled streets is one of England's most photographed and
painted scenes; the village has been featured on many book covers. St.
Peter's Church, one of the few pre-18th century structures still
standing in Shaftesbury, is at the top of Gold Hill. The ancient street
is also adjacent to the walls of King Alfred's Abbey, another famous
landmark in the area. The region's recorded history dates from
Anglo-Saxon times. The annual Gold Hill Fair is a very popular
event that raises money for local charities.
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