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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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The basics

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Visitors must book onto a guided tour to visit Hardy's Cottage.

Upcoming events

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Victorian cooking demonstrations 

Sample delicious Victorian recipes made by our costumed volunteers.

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on
10 Aug to 26 Oct 2025
at
10:30 to 16:30
+ 8 other dates or times
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Storytelling sessions - 'The Hand of Ethelberta' 

Hear Hardy's works brought to life during our storytelling sessions, delivered by our passionate team of volunteers.

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on
31 Aug to 26 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 2 other dates or times
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Heritage Open Days - Free access 

Join us at Hardy's House, Max Gate for free access to the home of Thomas Hardy as part of the Heritage Open Week. Other National Trust properties which will be opening for free in West Dorset are Hardy Monument and Portland House.

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on
20 Sep to 21 Sep 2025
at
10:30 to 16:30
+ 1 other date or time