Beating the Bounds

Beating the Bounds

Join in with this free annual tradition to “Beat the Bounds” of the old Roman Walls!

By Dorchester Walking Festival

Date and time

Sunday, May 18 · 2 - 4pm GMT+1

Location

Roman Town House

Dorchester Dorchester DT1 1XE United Kingdom

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours

Join in with this free annual tradition to “Beat the Bounds” of the old Roman Walls! We will be joined by musicians and actors to make it a fun and noisy walk. Bring pots and pans and instruments to join in with the walking and noise making! The Beating of the Bounds is an ancient tradition, derived from a Roman festival dedicated to Terminus, God of Landmarks.


Start: The Roman Town House - What3Words ///overused.moderated.unrealistic

Finish: Borough Gardens

This is a free event to which we look forward to welcoming you to help round up this year's Dorchester Walking Festival.

There is no need to book, just turn up for the start at 2:00 pm.


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Dorchester Walking Festival

Experience the beauty of Dorchester and the Jurassic Coast at the Dorchester Walking Festival.

Lace up your boots and get ready to explore stunning landscapes and rich history. An exciting programme of varied walks led by experienced and knowledgeable volunteer walk leaders is available to book.

Held during National Walking Month, this friendly and inclusive festival promises a week of unforgettable walks suitable for all abilities, showcasing the beauty and heritage of Dorset.

The Dorchester Walking Festival offers residents and visitors alike the chance to explore dramatic landscapes. There will be opportunities to immerse yourself in rich history and walk in the footsteps of heroes who lived in this enchanting corner of Dorset. There will be something for everyone to enjoy. We look forward to welcoming all ages and abilities to join us for a week of adventure and discovery.