Dorchester Tourist Information Centre
Dorchester Library and Learning Centre
South Walks House
Charles Street
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1EE
South Walks House
Charles Street
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1EE
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Opening Times
| The Tourist Information Centre is closed for face to face service. We are currently here to help by phone +44 01305 267 992 and email at https://www.visit-dorset.com/visitor-information/contact-us (1 January 2021 - 31 December 2021) | ||
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| Monday - Sunday | Closed | |
| Bank Holiday | Closed | |
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- Average2
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Recent Reviews:
- Brian PCardiff UKNot Easy to Find
Thursday, 3rd October 2019This is in a place you would not expect visitors to go, its round the back of any main streets. The staff are very helpful. Read full review - Cjay407Dorchester, United KingdomKnowledgeable friendly serviceSunday, 17th November 2019The staff here are always really friendly and helpful, nothing is ever too much trouble for them. They have great knowledge of local attraction and what is going on in the area. Read full review
- David ABerkshire, United KingdomNot that easy to find but well worth visitingSunday, 5th April 2020It's part of the library and not immediately obvious but the staff and very helpful and friendly with lots of good advice. A good way to get an introduction to Hardy country. Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Assistance Dogs
Establishment Features
- Open All Year
Payment Methods
- Android pay accepted
- Apple pay accepted
- Cash & Cheque accepted
- Contactless payment accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Visa accepted
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- Wi-fi available
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Wednesday, 18th August 2021 - Thursday, 19th August 2021
Gillingham & Shaftesbury Agricultural ShowA traditional midweek Agricultural Show with over 2000 animals plus Kennel Club Dog Show. 500 Trade & Craft stands, food hall & farmers market. All day events in 3 rings. A great day out for all the family.- more info
Thursday, 26th August 2021 - Monday, 30th August 2021
The Great Dorset Steam FairCANCELLED - This event has been cancelled for 2021. Steam engine exhibits, vintage vehicles, heavy shire horses and rural crafts. Working rural displays on a 500-acre site including old time steam funfair. Tickets on sale from Tourist Information Centres across Dorset.- more info
Thursday, 26th August 2021 - Thursday, 26th August 2021
Melplash ShowThe Melplash Agricultural Show 2019 takes place at the Showground, West Bay, Bridport on Thursday 22nd August, and is a true celebration of rural life by the sea offering something for all the family to enjoy.- more info
Thursday, 17th June 2021 - Saturday, 19th June 2021
Chesil RocksCANCELLED - This event has been cancelled for 2021.
Chesil Rocks 2020 will be taking place this year over 2 days, Friday 19th for classical and Saturday 20th June as usual performances, and will again be at Higher Farmhouse, Langton Herring and raising funds for Samaritans of Dorset. An amazing…- more info
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