Free tour
Dorchester : Small Town, Big History!
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Guru: Chris
Registered on 1 December 2023
With over 25 years of experience, I am a seasoned tour leader and licensed Blue Badge guide, specialising in educational, cultural, and historical tours across the globe. My expertise extends to managing private tours in Southwest England and coordinating on-shore excursions for cruise operators along the South Coast. My international experience is enriched by years spent living in Russia, Italy, and the Middle East, but my roots remain deep in Dorset.
As an avid cyclist and walker, I have an intimate knowledge of Dorset's rural beauty, which I am passionate about sharing with visitors. I take pride in showcasing the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast, with its iconic fossils and geology, as well as guiding guests through the region's picturesque villages, traditional thatched pubs, and the secret coves of its smuggling past.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free
Tour description
Explore the county town of Dorchester, ancient Durnovaria and 4000 years of history on this short guided walk.
There’s a story at every turn in this small historic town surrounded by green rolling hills in the heart of rural Dorset.
Visit a neolithic henge, walk along ancient Roman walls, see sites of public execution, Victorian prosperity and civic pride and learn about the importance of the town in early 17th-century emigration to America
Highlights
- Travel from ancient Roman times to the medieval era
- Explore a Roman villa with intricate mosaics
- Walk around Neolithic henge and Roman Amphitheatre
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
Poundbury Rd, Dorchester DT1 1XT, UK
You'll find me next to the cafe (probably wearing a blue hat)
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
