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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
Open All Year
Opening 15/03/2010 - 29/10/2010
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 |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
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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