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Family Attractions in DorchesterThe lovely thing about the attractions for guests of Dorchester holiday cottages, is that they’re all connected to its unique history. Visitors have the choice of treading the same floorboards that Thomas Hardy once walked, roaming Roman relics or just unwinding in the beautiful Borough Gardens. |
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Roman Town HouseThe grounds of County Hall are home to another famous Dorchester attraction, the Roman Town House. The site is open all year round, and admission is free. The Town House was described by Tony Robinson as the best example of a fully exposed Roman Town House in the country, and the mosaics and features can still be viewed. This attraction is suitable for wheelchair users, as it’s well served by cafes and facilities. Image courtesy of John Lowe |
The Dinosaur MuseumThe Dinosaur Museum is an award-winning Dorchester attraction, and it’s just 7 miles from the county town’s famous Jurassic coast. The museum has been a favourite with visitors to Dorset for more than 25 years, thrilling the brave with its life size replica dinosaurs! Its unique displays of fossils and dinosaur skeletons make this attraction a very hands-on one. Petting of the dinosaurs isn’t only allowed, it’s encouraged, so this is a great family attraction. |
Borough GardensJust a short walk from the town centre lies a popular Dorchester family attraction, and the best part is it’s free! Borough Gardens are a sprawling green space with the feel of summer days gone by, as you’ll find tennis courts, a bandstand, a huge child’s play area and a bowling green. There are all kinds of family events during the summer, including teddy bears’ picnics and live music to enjoy, so if you can drag the family away from the beach during your holiday it’s well worth taking a blanket and relaxing on the grassy slopes of the park. |
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Hardy's CottageNot only does the quaint thatched cottage in which Hardy was born still stand, but it’s one of the most popular family attractions in Dorchester. Hardy’s Cottage was built by his great-grandfather in 1800, and little has changed since. Hardy lived in the cottage until he was 22, and returned to it to write after 5 years in London. Look out for the peep hole in the porch used by Hardy’s grandfather for smuggling escapades, and the small room upstairs in which the author wrote. The cottage is open to visitors between March and October, and is now owned by the National Trust.
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For more info and area guides on Dorchester holidays, have a look at the links below: |
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