Running from May 2 to May 10, the 2026 programme promises to be its most inspiring yet, featuring 46 carefully curated walks that celebrate Dorchester’s rich history, follow in the footsteps of local ...

Dorchester Town moved out of the Southern League relegation zone with a 1-0 win over Tiverton Town on Tuesday evening ...

Hardy’s Dorset is a distant memory in this modernised town, but there’s affordable property aplenty – and it’s a great base for some stunning countryside What’s going for it? Staying in the Premier ...

Drivers in Dorchester are among those leading the way in their objection to electric vehicles (EVs) in England.

Discover the grisly history of HMP Dorchester, from packed public hangings outside the prison gates to its last executions in ...

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