History of Dorchester, Dorset in photos A small historical reference Geography: Date of foundation: History: Population: 19 060 Ceremonial county: Historic County: High Street from West, 1890 Panorama of town, 1890 South Walk, 1890 Borough Gardens from south, 1890

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