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Old Crown Court and CellsOld Crown Court appearing as it did at the trial of the Tolpuddle Martyrs in c1834. Cells and stocks below court, only open to the public as part of a guided tour (Please call for tour options). FREE access to the courtroom only - 10am to 12 noon and 2pm to 4pm - Monday - Friday excluding Bank Holidays. Children under 16 go free.
Summer opening between 25th July - 1st September (excluding bank holidays) 2pm - 4.30pm free admission. Tours of the cells with Blue Badge Guide on Monday and Thursday. No booking required.
Monday 14:00 - 16:30
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 14:00 - 16:30
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Bank Holiday Closed
* Blue badge guides on hand on Mondays and Thursdays for tours of the cells between 2pm - 4.30pm (no tour on Monday 27th August)
Tolpuddle Martyrs' Festival - Court and Cells will be open between 10am and 1pm with Blue Badge Guide on hand.
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Adults (guided tours) | free |
| Children Under 16 | free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Nearest major road is A35. From the A35 travelling from the East head towards the town centre. The court and cells are situated in the main High Street.
Nearest station is Dorchester South and West stations. From both stations, make your way towards the town centre, walk up trinity Street and at the jct with the main High Street turn left. The court and cells can be entered via Stratton House, West Dorset District Council.