Fodor's Expert Review Poundbury

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