Dorset Victoria County History
Exploring the History of Dorset
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An addition to Edward III’s itinerary. Research into the history of Corfe Castle has highlighted a previously unrecognised visit to the castle by Edward III to supervise building work in 1356. His visit … Read more
Work has started! Our first new volume since 1968 is now in progress. Louise Haywood and Martin Ayres are exploring the social and economic history of Corfe Castle, Martin Papworth is investigating the … Read more
The motto Who’s Afear’d was adopted by the Society of Dorset Men in 1905 at the suggestion of Thomas Hardy. It was proposed that it become the motto of County Council by … Read more