Roman aqueduct guided walk
St. John Way, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2FG
A circular walk from Poundbury that takes in the best surviving sections of Dorchester’s Roman aqueduct, plus other historic features and some lovely countryside. Some slopes, and please bring appropriate footwear for paths that may be muddy. Starts with a short introductory talk at PiP café. The walk is led by Steve Wallis, Senior Archaeologist at Dorset Council.
Timings
- Sunday 13 September:
- 2.00pm-4.30pm
Location & directions
St. John Way, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2FG
- Directions:
- Meet at the Pavilion in the Park at The Great Field, Poundbury.
- Contact on day:
- Tony Hurley
- Telephone number:
- +441305249091
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Book 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 walk will take place over rough ground and long grass, so a good level of mobility is required.
Additional information
Free parking nearby.
- Max number of people:
- 20
- Estimated duration:
- 2 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
