80th ANNIVERSARY OF D-DAY TOUR

Join Weymouth Heritage Centre, Dorset Tours Ltd, and Coastline Cruises on a remarkable journey around Weymouth, and the Isle of Portland on a D-Day Discovery Cruise to uncover the pivotal role this area played in the D-Day operations during World War II. This year, as we commemorate the D-Day 80th anniversary, embark on a journey that not only takes you through scenic views but also through the corridors of time, where the echoes of the past meet the waves and footpaths of the present.

Join us on a Journey of Remembrance, with a linked walking tour, starting at the Victorian Clock on the Esplanade, we take you on a journey in the footsteps of heroes. We then join Coastline Cruises in a 1940’s pleasure craft, once used in action by the Royal Navy during 1939 – 45 to supply men and materials to the Portland Harbour defences, and military boats and ships. (Subject to sea conditions – minibus replacement if too rough to sail)

We then visit the Castletown D-Day Centre on Portland. This immersive museum captures the essence of the 1944 troop embarkations, offering a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made, as well as finish your tour in the nearby Portland Castle, used as the Operations Centre for the Embarkation of American Forces during the “Overlord Operation” in June 1944.

We then journey by road into the surrounding Dorset countryside, and visit some of the iconic Embarkation camp locations, with a stop off for refreshments (Food & Drinks not included in tour price) at a local pub, once used by American Serviceman.

This walking/minibus/maritime tour, is led by our knowledgable guide, starting by the Victorian Clock on the Esplanade, and is a day tour. Please email any questions – The cost is variable, and has a capacity of 12 people maximum.

Tours suitable for 8yrs upwards (ALL CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A RESPONSIBLE ADULT)

Tickets available from our Eventbrite ticket outlet see below.