Gillingham : Gillingham was mentioned in Domesday as Gelingeham and its name is thought to derive from 'homestead of the family or followers of a man called called Gylla'. It lies about four miles north-west of Shaftesbury on the River Stour and has an old 16th century Grammar School. It later grew to prominence due to its silk mills and then in the 19th centruy new industries arrived with the opening of the railways.
Barnaby Mill is situated off Barnaby Mead and is conveniently close to local shops and amenities....
Facilities include a house manager and 24 hour emergency Careline system, lift, communal lounge, laundry, guest facilities and garden.
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King Edmund Court is situated off Rolls Bridge Lane and consists of 38 cottages and apartments set in over four...
Facilities : These include a visiting manager and emergency alarm service, communal lounge and laundry....
Facilities include non-resident management staff and community alarm service, lift, lounge, laundry, guest facilities and garden.
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The Lodges and Stables are situated within the grounds of The Malthouse Residential Care Home, a fine 17th Century country...
The Lodges and Stables offer an independent lifestyle with the security of knowing help is available if needed. They include...