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Shire Hall Museum

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Open Opens at 10:00-16:00
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High W St, Dorchester DT1 1UY, United KingdomMap
Phone+44 1305 261849
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  • MargaretMayhew
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    Really?

    We visited on Saturday and waited for the couple in front of us to be served. We then noticed on the way round that the same couple had headphones for the audio tour which we weren’t offered. We asked...

    Reviewed on Feb 25, 2024
  • JenniMRadford
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    Great chance to feel part of historical landmark and its interesting criminal stories

    Wonderful museum; great speaking aids to talk you round the exhibition; interactive experience and beautifully presented; really interesting history. Friendly helpful staff. Highly recommended

    Reviewed on Jan 22, 2024
  • Susan S
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    Interesting insight into Dorset legal history

    It’s not a huge museum but there is a lot of history here. I recommend using the audio guide. You can choose from one of four trials… the whole thing is very well done. The staff are all friendly and...

    Reviewed on Dec 13, 2023
  • emma m
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    Hands on history

    We had an absolutely brilliant time exploring the history of Dorset at the Shire Hall today. So much history to explore with the help of great audio guides and expert museum staff. Lots of costumes an...

    Reviewed on Sep 16, 2023
  • Alison W
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    Smugglers Exhibition - extremely disappointing

    My husband and I visited the shire hall museum specifically for the smugglers exhibition. We had previously visited the courthouse and the cells which are very interesting. When we entered the exhibit...

    Reviewed on Aug 26, 2023

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