Dorchester (UK: / ˈdɔːrtʃɪstər / DOR-chist-ər, also / ˈdɔːrtʃɛstər / ⓘ DOR-chest-ər) is the county town of Dorset, England. It is situated between Poole and Bridport on the A35 trunk route.
Discover Dorchester, Dorset’s historic county town with hill forts, museums, Hardy’s home, shops, events, and easy access to the Jurassic Coast.
Looking for some ideas of things to see and do in Dorchester? If you’re here for just the day or staying a little longer, you’ll find so much to see and do in Dorset’s county town. No matter your age, interest or budget, you'll find a fantastic range of attractions and activities available.
Dorchester is the county town of Dorset. A market town with an undoubtedly long history, Dorchester has connections to Thomas Hardy, the Tolpuddle Martyrs and Roman Britain, and today features a wide range of visitor attractions, independent retailers and eateries.
Dorchester is the county town (seat) of Dorset. The ancient town (then known as Durnovaria) was a sizable Roman British centre, and many remains of the period (including mosaics and ruined villas) have been found.
Originally part of Suffolk County, Massachusetts, the town of Dorchester removed from Suffolk County to Norfolk County when it was created on . Portions of Dorchester annexed in the 19th century by Hyde Park, Milton or Quincy remained within Norfolk County.
Originally part of Suffolk County, Massachusetts, the town of Dorchester removed from Suffolk County to Norfolk County when it was created on . Portions of Dorchester annexed in the 19th …
Our complete guide to visiting Dorchester with its rich history, cultural landmarks, and must-visit attractions.
The Dorset Museum and Art Gallery is housed in a fine old refurbished building in the centre of Dorchester. It is half a mile on foot from Dorchester South station.
Back in April 2007, we wrote: "Welcome to the Dorchester Times. This site is dedicated to our town, Dorchester, Nebraska. While we relish our proud past, we also enjoy the blessings of today and eagerly look forward to the future." The same holds true today. Now, 19 years later, the Dorchester blog has gathered an estimated 4 million page views.
First settled by Europeans in 1630 and named for the historic market town in Dorset, England, Dorchester has been witness to many of the great events of Massachusetts and American history.
Dorchester is also home to Franklin Park, the “crown jewel” of the Emerald Necklace Park System. The park has more 527 acres of green space, a zoo, and public golf course.
Founded in 1843 and incorporated in 1891, DHS seeks to preserve and share the history of Dorchester, promote the preservation of historic buildings and sites, care for and exhibit articles of historic interest, and further education about and in the community.
Dorchester is by far Boston's largest and most populous community. But Dot, as it's known to locals, is hard to define as a singular neighborhood. Rather, it's a cluster of villages covering six...
A guide to shopping, eating, and more in Dorchester, Boston’s largest neighborhood.
The latest news, things to do, bar and restaurant guides, hidden gems, real estate, and more from Boston's Dorchester neighborhood.
From history to hidden gems, Dorchester offers bustling commercial districts alongside public parks, beautiful murals, and ethnic cuisine, including some of the best Vietnamese and Caribbean food in Boston.
Dorchester was founded in 1630 and is actually a few months older than the founding of Boston. When annexed to Boston in 1870, Dorchester was still a primarily rural town and had a population of 12,000.
Founded in 1843 and incorporated in 1891, DHS seeks to preserve and share the history of Dorchester, promote the preservation of historic buildings and sites, care for and exhibit articles of …
From history to hidden gems, Dorchester offers bustling commercial districts alongside public parks, beautiful murals, and ethnic cuisine, including some of the best Vietnamese and Caribbean food in …
Dorchester was founded in 1630 and is actually a few months older than the founding of Boston. When annexed to Boston in 1870, Dorchester was still a primarily rural town and had a …