Dorchester, Dorset

Dorchester is a County town of Dorset. It is situated 28 miles east of Peacehaven. The most famous resident of Dorchester was Thomas Hardy.

Close to Dorchester is Maiden Castle, which is the largest Hill Fort in England. In AD43 the Romans attacked the castle and overcame the locals.

For more information on Dorchester try these web-sites:

• http://www.visit-dorchester.co.uk/
• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dorchester