Villages · South East England
Dorchester
In or near Dorchester on Thames.
Dorchester — a village in england west midlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Culham · 4.9 km
About
A British village — settlements of this size traditionally cluster a green, parish church, pub and post office around historic land routes.
Photo gallery
See it from the streetimagery from 2025
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Wessex Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Dorchester is a village located in the West Midlands. It features typical rural architecture and a tranquil setting. The village is characterized by its historical significance and is part of the broader cultural landscape of the region. Visitors can expect a quiet environment, with opportunities for exploring local history and enjoying the surrounding countryside.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6446, -1.1665
- County
- Oxfordshire
- District
- South Oxfordshire
- Parish
- Dorchester
- Postcode
- OX10 7LG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Henley and Thame
- Nearest railway station
- Culham — 4.9 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-2651100 (CC BY 4.0)
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Dorchester on Thames — village in Oxfordshire, UK.
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The George Hotel
The George Hotel — a hotel in england west midlands.
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Dorchester Abbey Museum
Dorchester Abbey Museum — a museum in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic houses · South East England
Abbey Guest House
Abbey Guest House — house in Dorchester, South Oxfordshire, England, UK.
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Dorchester Abbey Museum and Gift Shop
Dorchester Abbey Museum and Gift Shop — a museum in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Dorchester
Places to stay
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The White Hart Hotel
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The George Hotel
The George Hotel — a hotel in england west midlands.
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Bridge House Caravan Site
Bridge House Caravan Site — a caravan park in england west midlands.
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The Plough Inn
The Plough Inn — a bed-and-breakfast in england west midlands.
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📷 7Places to eat & drink
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📷 5Historic pubs · South East England
The Six Bells Inn
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The Horse And Harrow Public House
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The Castle Inn Public House
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The Bear And Ragged Staff Public House
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The Coach & Horses
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Dorchester?
- Dorchester is in Oxfordshire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode OX10 7LG), in the parish of Dorchester.
- What is Dorchester?
- Dorchester — a village in england west midlands.
- How do I get to Dorchester?
- The nearest railway station is Culham, about 4.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode OX10 7LG.
- Is Dorchester a protected site?
- Yes — Dorchester is part of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Dorchester?
- The nearest railway station is Culham, about 4.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode OX10 7LG.