Attractions and Places to Visit in Dorchester
Dorchester was an important town in Roman times, then became a thriving Saxon mint during the 10th century, before becoming a Roundhead stronghold during the English Civil War. Much of the town was destroyed by fire in the 17th and 18th centuries and most of the buildings visible today date from Georgian times.
Places to Stay in Dorchester
Staying in hotels in the Dorchester area offers a blend of luxury, comfort, and convenience. The area is also well-connected, making it easy to explore nearby attractions, shopping districts, and cultural landmarks. Whether you’re in town for business or leisure, the Dorchester area provides a sophisticated and welcoming environment!
Sports and Activities
The Dorchester area boasts a variety of sports and activities for all. Enjoy well-maintained parks for jogging, cycling, or strolling, and numerous facilities for football, tennis, and golf. Fitness centers and yoga studios cater to all levels, while water sports enthusiasts can kayak or paddleboard at the nearby seaside.
Food and Drinks
From fine dining and afternoon tea to pop-up markets and humble street food, Dorchester is packed with options to suit any mood offering any and every cuisine you can think of.
Cote’s commitment to producing authentic French classics, freshly cooked to order, requires sourcing ingredients of the highest quality.
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Al Molo, an award-winning Italian and seafood restaurant, is renowned for its classic Italian dishes and fresh local seafood, the restaurant offers a contemporary twist on traditional Italian cuisine, highlighting the finest fish and shellfish sourced from local waters.
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Experience the authentic flavours of Japan at Myra's Japanese Restaurant in Dorchester, where every dish is a culinary masterpiece crafted with passion and precision.
Our kitchen at the New Inn, West Knighton is run by one of the areas outstanding Chefs, John Shrigley. John has a great passion for food and is highly regarded.
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Shopping & Fashion in Dorchester
Dorchester has independent shops dotted throughout the city, though there are some streets with more shops than others. There are also a number of specialist shops, including jewellers, art galleries, toy stores, antiques dealers and seaside gift shops, as well as countless boutiques.
Health and Wellbeing in Dorchester
Unwind in luxurious treatment rooms in a choice of beautiful and professional salons around Dorchester. Manicures, Pedicures, Facials, Waxing, Consultations, Massages and more are offered in Dorchester’s best beauty salons.
Local Services
Visitors, students and residents of Dorchester can find information about local services and amenities or visit Events to find out more about local events or Local Traders about local tradespeople.
Properties for Sale & Rent
Estate agencies in Dorchester are offering a great variety of properties on the area's favourite locations. In Dorchester you can find an excellent selection of properties for sale and rent.
Things to do
Enjoy a family day out in Dorchester, with different things to do whatever the weather. Explore green spaces, laser tag and play centres.
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Grant funding from Dorset Council available for businesses
Following the success of the first round of Dorset Council’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Rural England Prosperity Fund grants, are open.
Dorset Council received a total of 64 applications in the previous round, including a number of Dorchester Chamber for Business members. One success story was Minuteman Press in Poundbury.
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FA Cup replays: Weymouth and Dorchester anger at decision
MARK Molesley and Tom Killick have launched passionate condemnations of the decision to scrap FA Cup replays from the main draw. Dorset Echo | Dorchester News…
Access to finance challenge for small businesses
Accessing finance is becoming more difficult for a large number of SMEs, according to new data.
Around half (49%) of business surveyed who accessed finance felt that getting funding had become more challenging over the past three years. Only 13% said it was getting easier.
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Major package of reforms to support small businesses
Prime Minister to announce major reform package to boost apprenticeships and cut red tape for thousands of small businesses. Setting out a major package of reforms to support businesses to deliver more apprenticeship places, cut red tape for SMEs and leverage more private investment in female founders.
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More men than women working as doctors at Dorset County Hospital
More men than women are working as doctors at Dorset County Hospital, new figures show. Dorset Echo | Dorchester News…
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