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Hardy's Cottage
Thomas Hardy was born in 1840 in this small cob and thatch cottage, which was built by his great-grandfather and is little altered since the family left. His early novels Under the Greenwood Tree and Far from the Madding Crowd were written here.
Opening Times
Opening 14/03/2012 - 31/10/2012
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 11:00 - 17:00
Thursday 11:00 - 17:00
Friday 11:00 - 17:00
Saturday 11:00 - 17:00
Sunday 11:00 - 17:00
Bank Holiday 11:00 - 17:00
Tickets Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Adult | from £4.75 |
| Child | from £2.20 |
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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