Roman Dorchester Walk
Schedule
Tue Aug 26 2025 at 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
66 High West Street, Dorchester, DT1 1XA, United Kingdom | Dorchester, EN
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Step back in time with our trained guides and immerse yourself in the historic Roman town of Durnovaria…Scattered throughout the busy market town of Dorchester are traces of a Roman past. Archaeological investigations across Dorchester have uncovered numerous important artefacts – many of which are now on display in the Dorset Museum & Art Gallery – which provide fascinating insights into life in Roman Britain. To this day, Dorchester’s modern plan still bears the imprint of Roman Durnovaria.
Your tour will begin at Dorset Museum & Art Gallery, where our trained guides will deliver a presentation taking you on a journey into the Dorchester’s rich Roman past and archaeological history. You will then be led on a guided tour of Roman artefacts in our People’s Dorset Gallery, before embarking on a guided walk to retrace the ancient landmarks of Durnovaria. You’ll follow the line of its defences around the Town Walks and discover little-known sites such as the place where the Roman baths were excavated.
Day access to the Museum is also included in your ticket, so you can always come back afterwards to explore more.
• Meeting point: Welcome Area at Dorset Museum & Art Gallery.
• Not suitable for under 5s.
• Each tour is limited to 12 participants.
Useful tips for attending this tour:
• Tours start and end at the Museum.
• Dorset Museum & Art Gallery members and unlimited ticketholders can get discounted rates for the tour, but MUST bring their membership card or valid unlimited ticket with them.
• Sturdy shoes are required.
• Toilet facilities are available at the Museum before and after the tour.
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Where is it happening?
66 High West Street, Dorchester, DT1 1XA, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
