Autumn flowers in Hardy's Homes
Visit Hardy's Homes to celebrate the arrival of autumn with both houses filled with floral displays.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Both Hardy's Cottage and Hardy's House, Max Gate will be adorned with autumnal floral displays made by local flower arrangers, Dorchester Floral Group and Owermoigne Flower Club.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Booking details
Visitors must book onto a guided tour to visit Hardy's Cottage.
Upcoming events
Storytelling sessions - 'The Hand of Ethelberta'
Hear Hardy's works brought to life during our storytelling sessions, delivered by our passionate team of volunteers.
The New Hardy Players - poetry readings
Join The New Hardy Players in Thomas Hardy’s garden where they will be reciting horticulture and nature themed poetry, celebrating Max Gate and other gardens, by Hardy and his contemporaries.
Victorian cooking demonstrations
Sample delicious Victorian recipes made by our costumed volunteers.
Festival of Archaeology
The New Hardy Players will be performing in the garden to celebrate archaeology at Max Gate.