Located close to the centre of the thriving town of Dorchester, The Casterbridge provides a comfortable and relaxed base to explore Thomas Hardy country.
he Lott and Walne foundry in Dorchester dates from the early 19th century. Amongst other things the foundry produced much of the ironwork (drain covers etc) in the town and a few still carry... facebook.com/permalink.php?s…
Does anyone remember Peggy Voss from Alington Road, sadly died recently aged 90 ? She used to do the accounts at the Voss family butcher shop, which is now where the Potter Inn is in... facebook.com/permalink.php?s…
Dorset is a rural county with many small villages, quaint market towns, few large towns and no cities. Farming, horticulture food... player.bfi.org.uk/free/film/…
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Maiden Castle in Dorset is one of the largest and most complex Iron Age hillforts in Europe - the size of 50 football pitches. Its huge multiple ramparts, mostly built in the 1st century... english-heritage.org.uk/visi…
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The Tank Museum brings history to life, with the world’s best collection of tanks and explosive live displays. Our exhibitions tell the story of armoured warfare spanning over 100 years of history. Exploring ten powerful exhibitions, you... tankmuseum.org/home
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Shire Hall Historic Courthouse Museum brings over 200 years of justice and injustice to life.
Walk in the footsteps of people whose lives were forever changed in the historic court at Dorchester’s Shire Hall. Immerse yourself in the cells... shirehalldorset.org/
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The Walled Garden
The Walled Garden is a beautiful three-acre landscaped formal garden situated in Moreton, Dorset. The village is close to the historic market town of Dorchester and situated on the River Frome. Moreton has become... walledgardenmoreton.co.uk/
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Hardy's Cottage is a beautiful secluded place to visit if you are following the Thomas Hardy Trail through Dorset.The cottage, just outside Higher Bockhapmton, was built by Hardy's great-grandfather in 1800 and little has... nationaltrust.org.uk/hardys-…
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Nestled in 26 acres of Dorset’s glorious countryside lies Sculpture by the Lakes, an oasis for art lovers and collectors alike created by renowned sculptor Simon Gudgeon and his wife, Monique.
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The Gallery Cafe is... sculpturebythelakes.co.uk/
Explore the landscape and childhood home of famed local author Thomas Hardy. Open daily and set in the heart of Hardy Country, the visitor centre is a joint venture between Dorset County... facebook.com/permalink.php?s…