The Dinosaur Museum
Dorchester, Dorset
Icen Way Dorchester Dorset DT1 1EW, DT1 1EW
Tel: 01305 269880
Britain's original and award winning attraction, The Dinosaur Museum located in Dorchester, the county town of Dorset, only 7 miles from the Jurassic Coast is a great day out for all the family!
Close to Dorset's World Heritage Jurrassic Coast
The Dinosaur Museum opened in 1984, in Dorchester, gateway to Dorset's World Heritage Jurassic Coast. From the very beginning visitors loved its novel and innovative approach to dinosaurs, and it quickly became the Town's foremost visitor attraction bringing, over the years, millions of dinosaur hungry families and schools to the county town. Read More...
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29 Apr 2025
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Dorset’s Egg-stravaganza of Easter Activities!
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2 Apr 2025
Dorset is blessed with countless scenic locations to explore in the summer months, from Durdle Door to Portland Bill there are plenty of beauty spots and outdoor activities to enjoy. But what about those rainy days in Dorset when the number one priority is keeping dry?
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