Hardy's Birthplace and Thorncombe Woods
Higher Bockhampton
DORCHESTER
Dorset
DT2 8QH
DORCHESTER
Dorset
DT2 8QH
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Opening Times
| 2021 Opening (1 January 2021 - 31 December 2021) |
|---|
* Hardy's Birthplace Visitor Centre is open daily from 10am until 4pm
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Free Admission | Free |
Free entry to the Woods and Visitor Centre.
Parking charges apply - £2 per hour. This is a Dorset Council pay and display car park, not National Trust.
TripAdvisor
- Excellent25
- Very Good4
- Average1
- Poor0
- Terrible1
Recent Reviews:
- valueseeker2016Portsmouth, United KingdomA pretty spot
Thursday, 3rd June 2021This is a lovely walking spot which can be a short stop or extended on to the heath. The cafe does basic pleasant food. Read full review - Joolsmason70Weymouth, United KingdomTrip Type:Friends getawayVisit to Thorncombe WoodsWednesday, 16th June 2021I have never been here until today, a lovely big car park with reasonable parking fees. Several lovely walks with a map if you need one in beautiful woodland. Dog friendly but need to be on a lead... Read full review
- JOHN PBath, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesBYO
Monday, 5th July 2021A lovely area to visit and lose yourself (Outside of School Holidays). Unfortunately let down by the cafe area which was most Covid unfriendly and the staff, even if they are volunteers?, in need of... Read full review
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
Green Flag - 2020 2021
Facilities
Other
- Gift Shop
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users - All-terrain Tramper mobility scooters available for hire - please book in advance.
- Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
COVID-19 Response
- Clear signage
- COVID-19 measures in place
- Food available during COVID-19 restrictions
- One way system
- Open now
- Outside seating
Establishment Features
- Dogs Accepted - Dogs need to be under control at all times. From 1st March to 31st July, dogs need to be on lead in the heathland area.
- Event venue
- Toilets - including baby changing facilities.
Event Facilities
- Free Entry
Key Features
- In countryside
- Indoor Attraction
- Outdoor Attraction
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted
Map & Directions
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