Roman History in 'The Mayor of Casterbridge'

In this walk we will explore the Roman History of Dorchester or Durnovaria in relation to Hardy's descriptions in his 1886 novel 'The Mayor of Casterbridge'. We will consider the Roman boundaries of the town and explore the Neolithic Henge and Roman Amphitheatre, Maumbury Rings . There will be readings from 'The Mayor of Casterbridge' and other poetry.

Ticket price includes a cream tea at The Old Tea House, Dorchester

Walk Leader: Mark Damon Chutter

Walk length: 3 km

Walk start: Town Pump, Dorchester ///genius.spared.shout

Walk end: Thomas Hardy Statue ///barman.heave.pushover

Dog friendly

Wheelchair and pushchair accessible

Terms and conditions:

We offer refunds up to 7 days before any booked walks.

Dogs are welcome on many of our walks, however, they must be kept in control on a lead. If they are a nuisance, your walk leader will have the right to ask you to leave the walk.

Please arrive at the meeting point a minimum of 10 minutes before the advertised start time. Walks will start on time whether all participants have arrived or not. Finishing times are approximate and may vary.

The walk leader is in complete charge of the walk. Routes/events may be changed and distances are approximate.

Walks will only be cancelled if conditions could put participants in danger. The organisers will contact participants directly should this be the case.

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

It is the responsibility of all participants to ensure that they are physically fit enough to take part in the walks they have booked onto.

It is essential that all participants wear appropriate footwear, clothing and equipment.

Dorchester Walking Festival contact: 07983 897051

Organised by Dorchester Town Council

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