Clouds Hill
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Overview
“I've a hut in a wood near camp wherein I spend my spare evenings” - the words of the legendary Lawrence of Arabia, talking of Clouds Hill. This tiny isolated brick and tile cottage in the heart of Dorset was the peaceful retreat of T. E. Lawrence (of Arabia) from 1923 to 1935, when he left the RAF. He would escape here to play records and entertain friends to feasts of baked beans and China tea. The austere rooms are much as he left them and reflect his complex personality and close links with the Middle East, as detailed in a fascinating exhibition. Please note: Because the cottage is much as Lawrence left it, there is no electric light and light levels are kept low to protect the original contents. This adds to the authentic experience at the cottage, but some visitors may wish to time their visit to take advantage of the longer, lighter days of summer.
Features
- Opening Times
- Opening Times: Open Mar-2 Nov, daily and BHs 11-5 (closes at dusk if earlier, last admission 30mins before closing)
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Parking nearby
About the area
Dorset is made up of rugged coastlines, high chalk downlands and a chain of picturesque villages and seaside towns that make up Britain’s Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, noted for its layers of shale and numerous fossils embedded in the rock. Hidden gems of Dorset can be found down winding, country lanes that lead to snug villages hidden from view.
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