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What to do in Dorchester
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West Bexington Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at West Bexington Beach during your trip to Dorchester? While in this quaint area, you can savour the lively bars.
Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens, a lovely green space in Dorchester. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its cosy cafes.
Cerne Abbas Giant
Towering over the countryside and shrouded in mystery, Britain's largest chalk drawing is a curious and compelling destination.
Tutankhamun: The Exhibition
Travel back in time to ancient Egypt and discover the secrets of the pharaohs in Dorchester's celebrated mummy museum.
Maiden Castle
Enjoy spectacular views and discover fascinating history at one of England's largest Iron Age hill forts, home to temples, battlements and ancient burial sites.
Maumbury Rings
History is hidden in plain sight, with grassy mounds concealing ancient constructions from three different eras, at this park in the heart of bustling Dorchester.
Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope
Hit the slopes in Dorchester with a visit to Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its cosy cafes.
Hardy's Cottage
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Hardy's Cottage in Dorchester. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this quaint area or visit its lively bars.
Sculpture by the Lakes
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sculpture by the Lakes during your trip to Dorchester. Stroll along the waterfront in this quaint area or visit its lively bars.
