Spring flowers in Hardy's Homes
Visit Hardy's Homes to celebrate the arrival of spring with both houses filled with floral displays.
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- Free event (admission applies)
Both Hardy's Cottage and Hardy's House, Max Gate will be adorned with springtime floral displays made by local florist groups, Dorchester Floral Group and Owermoigne Flower Club. There will be an abundance of daffodils used in the displays, as these were said to be Hardy's favourite flower.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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Call 0344 249 1895 Visitors must book onto a guided tour to visit Hardy's Cottage.
Upcoming events
Hardy literary landscape walk
Follow in the footsteps of Hardy's childhood in this guided walk through Thorncombe Wood and Rainbarrows.
Dorchester Walking Festival - In the Footsteps of Hardy's Childhood
Lace up your boots and get ready to explore stunning landscapes and rich history.
Thomas Hardy Walk - Hardy's Cottage to Max Gate (return)
Join us on a free guided walk from Thomas Hardy's birthplace to Max Gate, the house Hardy designed, built and then died.