Dorchester gets new Super Tourist Information Point
Shire Hall Museum is now hosting the service for visitors to the county town
Another Super Tourist Information Point (TIP) officially opens in Dorchester today (Wednesday 10th May).
It's been set up at the Shire Hall Museum, providing access to things like leaflets, brochures and What's On details about the county town, as well as a tablet with access to the Discover Dorchester website.
Town maps of Dorchester and Poundbury will also be available there, with the aim of giving visitors all the information they need to make the most of their stay.
Visitors will be able to access the TIP during Shire Hall opening times from Monday to Saturday from 10.00am to 4.00pm.
It'll be staffed by friendly, knowledgeable volunteers who are passionate about the town and eager to share their local insights.
Matilda Manley, Tourism Development Officer at Dorchester Town Council, said:
“We believe that this new resource will be an invaluable asset to both visitors and locals alike. It is fantastic to have a dedicated location in town where visitors can pick up leaflets and find out about events. We hope that the Shire Hall TIP will serve as the go-to spot for tourists seeking recommendations for the best ways to enjoy their time in Dorchester.”
Nina Corey from Shire Hall Museum said:
“We’re delighted to be hosting the Super Tourist Information Point at Shire Hall Museum. Our friendly team already provide local knowledge and help people to make the most of our amazing town, so this is a natural next step for us. We look forward to welcoming visitors to the Super TIP - whether locals or tourists, all are welcome.”
The TIP points in Dorchester have been set up around the town following the closure of the standalone Tourist Information Centre in 2022.
Dorchester BID has funded the latest TIP equipment.
Phil Gordon from there said:
“The Dorchester BID is delighted to be a key funding partner for our town’s new Super TIP based at Shire Hall Museum. We felt this was an perfect location, being an attraction in its own right and being close to major car parks in town."