Poundbury

Poundbury Review

Owned by the Duchy of Cornwall and under the aegis of the Prince of Wales, this development in a traditional vernacular style showcases Prince Charles's vision of urban planning and community living. The emphasis is on conservation and energy efficiency; private houses coexist with shops, offices, small-scale factories, and leisure facilities. Central Pummery Square is dominated by the colonnaded Brownsword Hall. Dorchester's Farmers' Market is held here the first Saturday of the month. Poundbury, a mile west of Dorechester on the B3150, has attracted the ire of modernist architects, but any properties for sale are quickly snapped up.