Dorchester Collection

Muffin the Mule
Peter Thompson, producer of BBC televisions Childrens Hour, and Annette Mills with the popular puppet character Muffin the Mule at the National Television Fund Ball at the Dorchester Hotel in London

Dance-Time at the Dorchester Hotel
This painting by Matania shows people dancing in the ballroom of the Dorchester Hotel in Park Lane

Provincial Airways Poster
Poster, Travel by Provincial Airways, with a propeller above a red and black car, and details of the south-west coast route from Croydon to Plymouth. 20th century

Front Façade of the Dorchester Hotel, 1953

Dorchester Hotel, Park Lane, London W1. Date: circa 1930s

Empire Air Day Poster
A poster for the Empire Air Day on Saturday 20th May 1939 at Warmwell near Dorchester. The Hawker Hurricane planes played a key role in attack and defence during WW2

Thomas Hardys cottage, Bockhampton, near Dorchester, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Dorchester=On-Thames
The abbey church of Saint Peter and Paul at Dorchester- on-Thames, Oxfordshire, England. Date: 1950s

DORCHESTER BALLROOM
THE DORCHESTER The Ballroom Date: 1931

Drawing Room at Thomas Hardys home, Max Gate
View of the Drawing Room at Max Gate in Dorchester, Dorset, the home of Thomas Hardy, English novelist and poet. Hardy designed the house

MAP: BOSTON, 1883. Map of Boston, Massachusetts, and environs, published by Cupples, Upham & Co. 1883

Dorchester Hotel 1930S
The main entrance of the exclusive Dorchester Hotel in Park Lane, London

Dance at the Dorchester
Dancing at the Dorchester Hotel, fashionably located in Park Lane, Mayfair, Londons smartest district. Evening dress is of course de rigueur

Thomas Hardy, English novelist and poet, at Max Gate
Thomas Hardy, English novelist and poet, outside his home at Max Gate in Dorchester, Dorset. Hardy designed the house, and his brother built it -- Hardy and his first wife Emma moved there in 1885

Dorchester Road, Maiden Newton, England
Dorchester Road, Maiden Newton, near Dorchester, Dorset, England. Date: 1907

Dorchester Hotel, Park Lane, London W1. Date: circa 1930s

Thomas Hardys cottage, Bockhampton, near Dorchester, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Wessex / Bockhampton Lane
Wessex scenery: Bockhampton Lane near Dorchester, model for Mellstock Lane in Thomas Hardys novel Under the Greenwood Tree

Jesse Window - Dorchester Abbey, Dorchester-on-Thames, Oxon
Jesse Window - Dorchester Abbey, High Street, Dorchester-on-Thames, Oxfordshire.. The window on the north wall of the chancel is a Tree of Jesse, a unique form of multi-media combining tracery

Birds-eye view of the Social London, 1914
An aerial view of the two prestigious, social areas of London - Mayfair and Belgravia. In the foreground is Belgravia with its eastern frontier running down from Grosvenor Place

The Village, Piddletrenthide, Dorchester, Buckland Newton, Dorset Downs, Dorset, England. Date: 1907

1840s Victorian Map of Dorset

Dorchester hotel, Mayfair, London, Engand, UK

England, Dorset, Dorchester, High Street

The Grand Staircase in Dorchester House
Interior of Dorchester House at the time it was the residence of the American Ambassador in London, Mr Whitelaw Reid. Located on Park Lane, it was designed by Lewis Vulliamy for Robert Holford

Main entrance to the lounge, newly opened Dorchester Hotel
The main entrance to the Lounge of the newly opened Dorchester Hotel, running the full length of the building and designed in one level without steps

Promenade & Clock, Weymouth, Dorset
Promenade & Clock, Weymouth, near Dorchester, Dorset, England. Date: 1920s

Dorchester House, Park Lane, London - The official residence of the American Ambassador (The US Embassy) - built in 1853 by Robert Stayner Holford - demolished in 1929 - now the site of

Wimborne railway station, Wimborne, Dorset, on the Southampton and Dorchester Railway route. Seen here in the year it opened, with the viaduct over the River Stour on the right. Date: 1847

Dorchester Abbey, Dorchester-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
View of Dorchester Abbey, Dorchester-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, dating back to the 12th century

Dorchester (colour litho)
968261 Dorchester (colour litho) by Quinton, Alfred Robert (1853-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dorchester. Illustration for The Historic Thames by Hilaire Belloc (J M Dent)

Cottages, Dorchester (colour litho)
2792549 Cottages, Dorchester (colour litho) by Menpes, Mortimer Ludington (1855-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cottages, Dorchester)

Grammar School at Dorchester, Oxfordshire, 1827 (engraving)
3744593 Grammar School at Dorchester, Oxfordshire, 1827 (engraving) by Buckler, John Chessell (1793-1894); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Sixty Views of Endowed Grammar Schools)

Beach Road, West Bexington, Dorchester, England
Beach Road, West Bexington, Dorchester, near Weymouth, Dorset, England. Date: 1960

The first authentic stage Tess
Photographs of the first production of Thomas Hardys own dramatic version of his novel Tess of the d Urbervilles on 26th November 1924 by the Hardy Players at the Corn Exchange, Dorchester

Aerial view of Iron Age Hillfort Maiden Castle near Dorchester, Dorset, England. Winter (January) 2024.

Aerial view of Maiden Castle, the largest Iron Age Hillfort in Britain near Dorchester, Dorset, England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Aerial view of Maiden Castle, the largest Iron Age Hillfort in Britain near Dorchester, Dorset, England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Exterior of a Dorchester labourer's cottage in the early 19th century
5614412 Exterior of a Dorchester labourer's cottage in the early 19th century; (add.info.: Exterior of a Dorchester labourer's cottage in the early 19th century)

Interior of a Dorchester labourer's cottage in the early 19th century
5614411 Interior of a Dorchester labourer's cottage in the early 19th century; (add.info.: Interior of a Dorchester labourer's cottage in the early 19th century)

Dorchester, Dorset, England in 1834
5614437 Dorchester, Dorset, England in 1834; (add.info.: Dorchester, Dorset, England in 1834. From The Martyrs of Tolpuddle, published 1934.); Photo © Hilary Morgan.

Boston Massachusetts USA from the Dorchester Heights in the 19th century Engraved by J T Willmore after W H Bartlett
3052911 Boston Massachusetts USA from the Dorchester Heights in the 19th century Engraved by J T Willmore after W H Bartlett; Private Collection.

Facsimile of free pardon granted to George Loveless, one of the Tolpuddle Martyrs
5614439 Facsimile of free pardon granted to George Loveless, one of the Tolpuddle Martyrs; (add.info.: Facsimile of free pardon granted to George Loveless, one of the Tolpuddle Martyrs)

Boston Massachusetts USA in 1774, seen from Dorchester Heights. From a 19th century print engraved by Rogers after
3052907 Boston Massachusetts USA in 1774, seen from Dorchester Heights. From a 19th century print engraved by Rogers after Beaulieu; Private Collection.

Dorchester Hotel - Model in short coat. Date: circa late 1950s

A letter received by James Loveless from his brother George Loveless dated September 10, 1834
5614424 A letter received by James Loveless from his brother George Loveless dated September 10, 1834; (add.info.: A letter received by James Loveless from his brother George Loveless dated September)

George Loveless, 1797-1874
5614435 George Loveless, 1797-1874; (add.info.: George Loveless, 1797-1874. Dorchester labourer and Tolpuddle martyr. The Tolpuddle Martyrs)

Sigourney Weaver Actress May 1983 outside the Dorchester

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Discover the enchanting world of Dorchester, a place that seamlessly blends history, elegance, and charm. From the iconic Front Façade of the Dorchester Hotel in 1953 to the timeless allure of Muffin the Mule, this captivating town has something for everyone. Immerse yourself in luxury at the renowned Dorchester Hotel on Park Lane, London W1. With its grandeur and sophistication, it has been a symbol of opulence since its establishment in the 1930s. Step into a bygone era as you explore Dance-Time at the Dorchester Hotel or attend an exquisite event at the illustrious Dorchester Ballroom. For those seeking tranquility amidst nature's beauty, venture to Thomas Hardy's cottage in Bockhampton near Dorchester, Dorset. This idyllic retreat offers glimpses into Hardy's literary genius while surrounded by picturesque landscapes that inspired his works. Travel back in time with a visit to historic Dorchester-on-Thames. Delve into its rich heritage as you wander through quaint streets lined with charming cottages and soak up centuries-old stories etched within its walls. Experience Boston's vibrant energy through an intriguing map from 1883. Published by Cupples Upham & Co. , this fascinating artifact showcases how this bustling city evolved over time. Indulge your senses with dance and music at Dance at The Dorchester - an unforgettable evening filled with rhythm and joy that will transport you to another world entirely. Complete your journey through time with a glimpse into Thomas Hardy's personal sanctuary - Max Gate Drawing Room. Marvel at his artistic flair while basking in the serenity of this cherished space where creativity thrived. Whether you're captivated by vintage posters like Empire Air Day or fascinated by historical landmarks like The Dorchester Hotel itself - there is no shortage of wonders awaiting discovery in beautiful and diverse "Dorchesters" around the globe.