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Hardy's Cottage

A classic cottage with real romance; close your eyes and imagine the characters of Far from the Madding Crowd coming to life here.

Hardy's Cottage
Higher Bockhampton
DORCHESTER
Dorset
DT2 8QJ

Telephone

01297 561900

5 Stars

Aug 2023

Lovely Cottage

Nestled into the woods, Hardy's Cottage is a little gem in the woods. It doesn't take long to get there, but it is beautiful, and the guides do an excellent job of sharing its history. The wander through the woods to reach it added extra to the experience, and the visitor cafe served excellent snacks.

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4 Stars

May 2013

Not open every day - shut when we went but a beautiful thatched cottage and lovely area of Dorset.

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4 Stars

Nov 2010

Another great visit for NT Members - combine it with visit to Max Gate, Hardy's Dorchester home, and To Cloud's Hill, TE Lawrence's little place near Bovington.

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