Dorchester Old & New guided talk
30 High East Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1HF
A guided walk around part of the town using historic photos to see what has changed, and what hasn’t, over the last century. Also with some Roman archaeology thrown in for good measure. Starts with a talk in the King’s Arms. The walk, starting with an illustrated talk, will be led by Steve Wallis, Senior Archaeologist at Dorset Council.
Timings
- Sunday 13 September:
- 10.30am-12.00pm
Location & directions
30 High East Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1HF
- Directions:
- Pre-booking is essential. If more information is needed on the day then please visit the Discover Dorchester information stall at the Town Pump at Cornhill.
- Contact on day:
- Tony Hurley
- Telephone number:
- +441305249091
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Booking via the Discover Dorchester website:https://discoverdorchester.co.uk/heritage-open-day
- Booking website:
- https://discoverdorchester.co.uk/heritage-open-day
- Booking opens:
- 24 Aug 2026 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 11 Sep 2026 12:00 AM
Accessibility details
The talk will be held in an upstairs room. There is a lift from the ground floor, but a couple of steps down to the room.
Additional information
- Max number of people:
- 20
- Estimated duration:
- 2 hour(s)
