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Hardy's Cottage
Thomas Hardy was born here c1840 and wrote 'Under the Greenwood Tree' and 'Far from the Madding Crowd' here.
Opening Times
2009 22 Mar 2009 - 29 Oct 2009
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | - Closed |
| Saturday | - Closed |
| Sunday | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | - Closed |
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Adult | from £3.50 |
| Child | from £3.50 |
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A35. From Dorchester take first turn left off A35 after Kingston Maurward college roundabout. Follow lane to Higher Bockampton village. Turn left to Hardy's Cottage where signed. 10 minute walk from car park to cottage through the woods.
Public Transport Directions
Bus services: Wilts & Dorset X84, 184/6 Weymouth–Salisbury, 187–9 Poole–Dorchester (all pass Dorchester South & close Dorchester West), alight Bockhampton Lane, ½ml. Nearest stations are Dorchester South and Dorchester West.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Facilities for Visually Impaired Visitors - Large print guide
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
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