What's On: Thomas Hardy
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Thomas Hardy
15 upcoming events
Jul 2026
Thomas Hardy Week
The 27th International Thomas Hardy Conference and Festival
Sat 25th Jul - All day
and 7 future schedules
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Free Writers’ Workshop with the Bards of Dorchester and Dorset
Inspired by Hardy: Writing Place, Memory and Voice
Sat 25th Jul - 4:00pm
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Hardy’s Women: Double Bill
FULLY BOOKED: Best-selling author Paula Byrne followed by Caroline Butler & Dave Townsend of the Mellstock Band
Sat 25th Jul - 8:00pm
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The Trumpet Major at Poxwell Manor
Tim Laycock and Friends recreate scenes from Hardy's Oxwell Hall
Mon 27th Jul - 6:30pm
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Hardy’s Dorset Gallery Tour
Showcasing the life and works of Thomas Hardy
Tue 28th Jul - 1:30pm
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The Mayor of Casterbridge Walk
A walking tour of Hardy's novel set in Victorian Dorchester
Tue 28th Jul - 3:00pm
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A Hardy Quiz & Buffet
How much do you know about Thomas Hardy and Wessex?
Tue 28th Jul - 7:00pm
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In Harmony With Hardy
An evening of readings, songs, and piano music performed by James Graham
Wed 29th Jul - 7:00pm
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Max Gate House & Gardens Tour
Marking the Centenary of Virginia Woolf's visit to the Hardys
Fri 31st Jul - 1:30pm
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Sep 2026
Hardy’s Dorchester Tour
Step into the world of Thomas Hardy on this immersive and inspiring guided tour of Dorchester. Discover how the real streets, buildings, and landscapes of Dorset were transformed into the powerful setting of 'Casterbridge'.
Sun 6th Sep - 10:30am
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Hardy, The Moule Family and Fordington: Heritage Talk
Join Mark Damon Chutter for an evening talk
Sat 26th Sep - 7:00pm
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Jun 2028
Thomas Hardy Victorian Street Fair
Dorchester's Victorian Street Fair to celebrate the birthday of one of Dorchester's most famous residents, Thomas Hardy. This will be a fun filled day for all the family with an incredible array of Victorian and Thomas Hardy themed activities and demonstrations.
Sun 4th Jun - 11:00am
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