xxxxxxx

Dorchester Tourist Information Office
This office is situated in the centre of Dorchester. The address is, Antelope Yard, Dorchester, DT1 1BE. The telephone number is 01305 267992. On sale are guide books and maps. Brochures that inform about attractions over a large area are freely available. The staff also have information concerning accommodation and other tourist information.
Taxi
On Arrival at the Dorchester railway station there are taxis available for hire. At other times a taxi can be obtained by phoning 264747. At a phone box you will require 10p, 20p or 50p coins or a phone card. Phone cards are obtainable at Post Offices, some newsagents and supermarkets. Some telephones will only accept cash.
Car Hire
Most Hardy fans who visit Dorchester will want to visit some of the Hardy sites such as Max Gate, Hardy's cottage and Stinsford church. These places and others within Dorchester are close enough to be reached by taxi, bus or even on foot.
For the more distant sites transport can be a problem as these places are spread over a wide area. The best way to get around is by car.
Car rental is available in Dorchester at reasonable cost. Below is the price list of a hire company called U-Drive they are conveniently situated in the Dorchester railway station yard.
Foreign visitors will need an International Driving Licence. Below are some examples of hire charges for different size cars. When a group shares the cost of the hire and petrol, this is probably the cheapest way to get around. Add the cost of petrol to hire cost. Petrol costs about 18p/litre plus 62p/litre tax!