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Hardy's Cottage second-hand bookshop

View of the bookshop at Hardy's Cottage, lovely old wooden wheelbarrow also in view.
Second-hand bookshop at Hardy's Cottage | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Visit our wonderful second-hand bookshop whilst at the cottage.

Take a moment to enjoy our wonderful selection of second-hand books available whilst at the Cottage. You are welcome to sit and enjoy your book in one of the peaceful spots in the garden or orchard. You may even see Marsh Tit or Nuthatch on the feeders, or a deer among the apple trees. A book also makes a lovely gift or reminder of your day.
All funds raised support conservation work and projects at Hardy’s Cottage.

A selection of vintage books is also available for sale in the kiosk – please ask to see a list.

Please also let us know if you have any books you would like to donate by emailing: hardyscottage@nationaltrust.org.uk. We especially welcome books which are linked to Thomas Hardy, T E Lawrence, gardens, local history, wildlife and conservation.

Second-hand bookshop at Hardy's Cottage in Dorset
Second-hand bookshop at Hardy's Cottage | © National Trust Images/James Beck