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About The Dorchester Directory
What is this directory?
The The Dorchester Directory business directory is a free online resource helping residents and visitors discover trusted local businesses across Dorchester. Whether you need a builder, a hairdresser, somewhere to eat or a specialist service, you can find it here.
It is the digital companion to the The Dorchester Directory — the free community magazine delivered to thousands of homes in the area every month. The same local team that produces the magazine also curates this directory, so you can trust the businesses listed here serve your community.
Why use the directory?
Everything you need to find and connect with businesses in Dorchester, in one easy-to-use place.
Find trusted local businesses
Search plumbers, electricians, cafés, shops and services — all listed in one place for your area.
Browse by category
Explore businesses grouped by trade and service type — from home improvements to health and beauty.
Support your community
Choose local businesses that serve your neighbourhood and keep money circulating in the area you live in.
Curated by your local magazine
Listings are brought to you by the same team behind the free community magazine delivered to your door.
About The Dorchester Directory
Free local community magazine and business directory for Dorchester. Covers Dorchester, Fordington and Poundbury (postcodes DT1 1, DT1 2 and DT1 3). Monthly, with 4,000 copies per issue, reaching around 8,000 properties over two months. Extra copies at Tesco, Co-op and selected shops.
Is your business listed?
Get your business in front of thousands of local readers in Dorchester. Book an advert in the The Dorchester Directory and receive six months in the online directory.