Clouds Hill

Important notice -

We’re working hard to reopen many of our places where it is safe to do so, however Clouds Hill is closed.

The rural retreat of T. E. Lawrence

More about this place

Adults and two children taking an autumn walk amongst the trees

Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit 

More than 100 gardens and parks and hundreds of coast and countryside places are open in England and Northern Ireland. Many historic houses are open in England. To avoid disappointment please book in advance, especially at weekends and school holidays. In line with Welsh Government legislation, all places in Wales will close from 24 October to 9 November. Please check the property webpage of the place you wish to visit before you travel. Read this article to find out how to book and what to expect from your visit.

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Things to see and do

Children completing brass rubbing trail at Clouds Hill

Brass rubbing trail at Clouds Hill 

A new brass rubbing trail allows visitors to try out this hobby, which fascinated the young Lawrence.

The fireplace in the book room at Clouds Hill

Highlights of Clouds Hill 

A look at the top things to see and do when visiting Lawrence's homely hideaway.

A picnic bench on the hill above the cottage with a view over the surrounding countryside

Restoring the heathland at Clouds Hill 

The National Trust is working to restore the heathland around Clouds Hill.

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Our work

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Learning

An outdoor workshop at Clouds Hill on a sunny day

Lawrence of Arabia learning pack 

A look at, and opportunity to download, the Lawrence of Arabia learning pack for Clouds Hill.

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History

Clouds Hill and Clouds Plantation on Isaac Taylor's 1765 Map of Dorsetshire

Clouds Hill before Lawrence 

Clouds Hill is described as a 'woodsman's cottage'. Find out more about the history of those who lived in this isolated cottage before Lawrence - and how Lawrence rescued it from decay.

View to the cottage through yellow autumn leaves

Listen to the story of Lawrence of Arabia's humble home at Clouds Hill 

In this episode of the National Trust podcast we’re at Clouds Hill, the rustic retreat of T.E. Lawrence. Nestled among pine trees in the Dorset countryside, this remote and rustic cottage is where 'Lawrence of Arabia' fled his new-found fame, following his adventures in the desert during the First World War. We’ll take you on a tour of the intimate spaces where he entertained friends, listened to music, and kept his beloved motorbike - giving you an insight into this complex and fascinating character.

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Places to stay

Reception room of Portland House

National Trust places to stay in West Dorset 

West Dorset is an ideal holiday location. Our places to stay are located by the coast in gorgeous countryside that's featured in the hit TV programme Broadchurch and the Far from the Madding Crowd film starring Carey Mulligan.

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Art and collections

Our collections

Explore the objects and works of art we care for at Clouds Hill on the National Trust Collections website

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