Notable People
- James Campbell (born 1988), cricketer, was born in the town.
- Thomas Hardy (1840-1928), writer, was born near Dorchester and later lived at Max Gate in the town, which is given the name "Casterbridge" in his novels.
- Paul Hillier (born 1949), classical singer and composer, was born in Dorchester. He attended the Thomas Hardye School.
- Llewelyn Powys, novelist and essayist, was born in Dorchester in 1884.
- Henry Pyrgos, Scottish International rugby player, was born in the town.
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