24 August 2026 - Transport
Wessex Internet Road Works Update
Wessex Internet works along New Road and the adjoining T-junction progressing.
Welcome to Loders
Loders is an English civil parish within the unitary authority of Dorset
Loders Parish is a thriving rural community that covers the villages of Loders and Uploders. It is an attractive historic settlement set in beautiful unspoilt countryside in West Dorset, situated two miles north east of the market town of Bridport and 13 miles from Dorchester. The villages lie in the folds of the surrounding Powerstock Hills and have developed along the waterline of the River Asker, a small affluent of the River Brit. A single lane village road runs along the valley connecting the villages of Bradpole in the west and Askerswell in the east. The villages are well served by a thriving primary school, Parish Church of St Magdalene, a late Georgian Methodist Chapel, two pubs and a modern village hall which hosts many events and activities throughout the year.
Contact Information
- 01308 488624
- clerk@lodersparishcouncil.gov.uk
Joanne Hughes - Clerk to the Council,
13 Twinways,
Bridport,
Dorset,
DT6 3UQ
Forthcoming Meetings
News
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29 July 2026 - Recreation
Best Kept Allotment Award 2026
Councillors praised the high standard of the Loders allotments during the annual inspection and awarded the trophy to the winners at the July Parish Council meeting.
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29 July 2026 - Recreation
Residents invited to help shape the future of Dorset’s rights of way network
From the school run and daily dog walks to cycling commutes and family days out in the countryside, Dorset's network of public footpaths, bridleways and byways plays an important role in the lives of thousands of residents and visitors every day.
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18 July 2026 - Recreation
Well Plot Play Area Upgrade Celebrated by Local Community
The community gathered at Well Plot Play Area on Friday to celebrate the completion of the new play equipment.
Quick Links
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People
Area Information
Stats
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Population Estimate
531
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Unitary Authority
Dorset
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Region
South West
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Country
England
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Postcode District
DT2, DT6
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Dialling Code
01308
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Police Force
Dorset Police Force
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Fire Authority
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service
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Health Area
NHS Dorset CCG