Culture And History

Curious About Dorset's Past? It's Time to Uncover It!

From ancient ruins to charming villages steeped in tradition, we’ll guide you through Dorset’s rich past. Whether it’s a famous landmark or a hidden story, uncover the history that makes this county truly unique.

Ancient Ruins

Beautiful Churches

TV & Film Locations

The Chilling History Behind The Christchurch Ducking Stool

Christchurch

10 Nostalgic Places In Bournemouth And Poole

Bournemouth & Poole

Travel Back In Time And Take A Drive Through Bournemouth In 1980

Bournemouth

19 Quirky Facts About Dorset That Sound Made Up, But Are Actually True!

Dorset

Discover the Secrets Hidden Within Corfe Castle, One of Dorset’s Most Fascinating Ruins

Corfe Castle

The History Of Swanage: A Timeline Of Stories & Secrets

Swanage

This Hidden Railway Bridge In Dorset Is A Stunning Gem You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

Wimborne Minster

Few People Know About This 4000 Year Old Mysterious Nine Stone Circle Tucked Away in Dorset

Dorchester

Few People Know The Gravesite Of Mary Shelley, Author of Frankenstein, Is Found Right Here In Dorset

Bournemouth

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