Title: Maumbury Rings in Dorchester - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca [Maumbury Rings Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Maumbury-Rings-Hotels.0-l6092147-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Dorchester](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Dorchester.d182509.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Dorchester](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Dorchester.d182509.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Maumbury Rings Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Maumbury-Rings.d6092147.Car-Rental-Guide)[Dorchester Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Dorchester.d182509.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Maumbury Rings Tours and Activities ![Maumbury Rings featuring tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092147/a11bc484-2e4f-4034-8ff8-8f08558b2272.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Maumbury Rings featuring tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092147/a11bc484-2e4f-4034-8ff8-8f08558b2272.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Maumbury Rings](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092147/a4e83031-e3d0-407f-897e-706fd0c46fd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Maumbury Rings which includes tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092147/778580f1-5c8f-4de4-8d64-09c9986a5eb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Maumbury Rings showing tranquil scenes as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092147/fcb29676-4894-4258-9cad-9269f0d4173a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Maumbury Rings Activities [Dorchester travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Dorchester.dx182509) --- --- #### History is hidden in plain sight, with grassy mounds concealing ancient constructions from three different eras, at this park in the heart of bustling Dorchester. The Maumbury Rings look inconspicuous, like a grassy field with tiered banks, but they are, in fact, a site of historical significance. Wander through picturesque Dorchester. You will find this ancient circle hidden away in the southern part of the city. This tranquil location has been an important part of the land for nearly 5,000 years. Note the three levels of the rings, built on top of one another in different eras. The Neolithic henge that forms the bottom layer has mysterious origins but excavations have revealed skulls and tools buried in shafts here. The second level was used as a Roman amphitheater for gladiatorial combat. Notice the shape of the layered seating, which is still visible today. In the 17th century this site was adapted once more, this time as an artillery fort during the Civil War. Walk around the perimeter of the rings, which feel secluded because of the trees that surround them. Stop to enjoy a quiet lunch or rest here on a hot day, when it becomes the town's most serene spot to bask in the sun. Afterward, learn about each layer of history at the Dorset County Museum, with displays devoted to Dorchester's colorful past. Examine artifacts from nearby Maiden Castle, which also contains structures from the same era as the Maumbury Rings. Come in summer to enjoy one of the many open-air events held here. Today the rings form a cultural hub in Dorchester. The site is used for reenactments, performances of Shakespeare and outdoor screenings. The Dorchester Arts Festival is a free biennial music event that takes place here in May. The Maumbury Rings are located in the southern part of Dorchester, opposite the skate park. It is within walking distance from the town center. 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