The Old Forge has been a labour of love since 1986 when my parents Tim and Lucy were captivated by its charm and endless potential.  They created the most beautiful home and business with hard work, passion and determination to create what it is today.  After 38 years, the time finally came for Tim and Lucy to retire and downsize. We were fortunate enough to take it on. The Old Forge has always been my family home, and I feel so lucky to now live here once again.

Alex is also Dorset born and bred. His background is farming and he specialises in ecology, soil health, field maintenance and groundworks and works locally helping farmers and small holders care for their land with nature at its heart.

We have two wonderful children, Iris and Woody. They sleep under the thatch in the attic bedrooms that me and my brother Jack once had when we were their age. We even renamed the shepherds huts from Mabel and Sam, to Iris and Woody.

We can’t wait to welcome you to our home so we can share it with you, The Old Forge is truly a wonderful and special place. We have many exciting plans and we can’t wait to get going.

Alex, Sophie, Iris and Woody.