Dorset
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Dorchester is Dorset's county town, a handsome place with Roman remains, Thomas Hardy connections and green walks. It is a quiet, easygoing spot to meet someone new. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in Dorchester
Three easy places to meet someone new in and around Dorchester. Check opening times before you go.
Maiden Castle
A huge Iron Age hillfort on the edge of Dorchester, with long grassy ramparts. Free to walk, though the grass can be uneven.
Max Gate
Thomas Hardy's former home in Dorchester, run by the National Trust. Check opening times before you go.
Borough Gardens
Public gardens in Dorchester with lawns, a bandstand and trees. Free to enter, and good for a relaxed chat.
Around Dorchester
Neighbourhoods and nearby towns: Dorchester town centre, Poundbury, Charminster, Puddletown, Stinsford and Winterborne Monkton.
Getting there: Dorchester South has trains on the Waterloo line, and Dorchester West has trains towards Bristol. The A35, A37 and A352 are the main roads, and buses run to Weymouth and Poole.
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Questions about dating in Dorchester
What is a good first date in Dorchester?
There are plenty of easy options: a walk at Maiden Castle, a visit to Max Gate and a rest in Borough Gardens. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to Dorchester?
Dorchester South has trains on the Waterloo line, and Dorchester West has trains towards Bristol. The A35, A37 and A352 are the main roads, and buses run to Weymouth and Poole.
Can I join Silver Gay Singles from Dorchester?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and you can say where you live. Silver Gay Singles covers the whole UK, so you can look at other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Dorchester?
Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Our guide to dating safely has more tips.