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Corfe Mullen occupies a practical spot on the edge of the Stour Valley, sitting just south of Wimborne Minster where the sprawling suburbs of south-east Dorset begin to give way to the countryside. It is often described as one of the largest villages in England, though in reality, it functions as a collection of distinct neighbourhoods - stretching from the lower ground near the river up towards the higher heathland. Geographically, it is defined by its proximity to the Roman road that once linked Hamworthy to Salisbury, and you can still trace parts of this ancient route through the local landscape. Life here tends to revolve around a handful of local hubs rather than a single high street, with the village supporting several primary schools and a mix of traditional pubs like the Coventry Arms on the outskirts. Its appeal lies largely in its position: you are close enough to Poole and Bournemouth for an easy commute, yet never more than a few minutes' walk from the footpaths of the Stour Valley Way or the quiet, wooded lanes that lead out towards the Purbecks.