Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum
Museum
Tolpuddle
DORCHESTER
Dorset
DT2 7EH
Tel: +44 01305 848237
Story of the Tolpuddle Martyrs depicted on colourful hanging banners and 4 touch-screen computers. The story is told through the main characters in 4 chapters; 'Before the Arrest', 'The Oath and Betrayal', 'Transportation' and 'The Homecoming'. The interactive touch-screens feature around 4 hours of narrative including over 300 questions by actors including Tony Robinson.
Opening Times
| Open All Year |
|---|
| Summer Opening (01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Tuesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 17:00 |
| Sunday | 11:00 | 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 11:00 | 17:00 |
| Winter Opening (01/11/2012 - 31/03/2013) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Thursday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 | 16:00 |
| Sunday | 11:00 | 16:00 |
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Free Admission | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
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