Name: Clouds Hill
Rating: 5.0

Clouds Hill

King George V Road, Bovington, Wareham, UK

1-99 Years

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Clouds Hill 'I've a hut in a wood near camp wherein I spend my spare evenings' - the words of the legendary Lawrence of Arabia, about Clouds Hill. This tiny isolated cottage in the heart of Dorset was the home of an extraordinary man: T. E. Lawrence, better known as Lawrence of Arabia.

He furnished the rooms of his rural retreat to his own personal taste and they are much as he left them, giving an insight into the complex personality of the writer, warrior and friend of Thomas Hardy.

Price starts from £12.10 for Adults(18 years and over), £6.10 for Children(5-17 & under 5s free) and £18.20 for Family(2 Adults and up to 3 children). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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House: The rural retreat of T. E. Lawrence, better known as Lawrence of Arabia. Discover the atmospheric rooms where he sat down to write, read, listen to music and entertain friends.
The motorbike shed: Lawrence was passionate about motorbikes and owned several Brough Superiors during his time at Clouds Hill. They were tailor-made for him and he kept them in this shed. Now the shed contains a display about Lawrence's life.
The view from the hill: In the evenings Lawrence loved to climb up to the top of the small hill overlooking the cottage. You can do the same now, perhaps while eating your sandwiches at the picnic bench.
Brass rubbing: As a young boy, TE Lawrence was fascinated with medieval history and brass rubbing. Visitors to Clouds Hill now have the opportunity to follow in his footsteps and complete their own set of rubbings from zinc plaques.
Things to do at Clouds Hill: Step inside the rural retreat of TE Lawrence at Clouds Hill, Dorset. Discover the cottage where Lawrence of Arabia sat to write, read and relax, a short distance away from army life at the Bovington Camp.

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Parking: Free for visitors.

What to see

History of Clouds Hill: Discover the intriguing history of Clouds Hill, the rural retreat of TE Lawrence until his death in 1935. From extensive tree planting during the 1700s to the families who worked and lived here, learn how this tiny cottage and the surrounding area has a history dating back long before Lawrence of Arabia discovered it and made it his own.

For more upcoming events information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/dorset/clouds-hill/history-of-clouds-hill

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Adult (18+): £12.10 with Gift Aid & £11.00 without Gift Aid.
Child (5–17) under 5s free: £6.10 with Gift Aid & £5.50 without Gift Aid.
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £30.30 with Gift Aid & £27.50 without Gift Aid.
1 adult, 3 children: £18.20 with Gift Aid & £16.50 without Gift Aid.

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/dorset/clouds-hill#place-prices

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Offer Birthday Parties: No

We will be closed for the winter season starting 31 October. We’ll reopen on 1 April 2026. Our regular hours will be: Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. We look forward to welcoming you in the spring

Address: King George V Road, Bovington, Wareham, UK

Post Code: BH20 7NQ

Council: Dorset

County: Dorset

By road: A35, from the west: From the A35, take the Tolpuddle Ball exit signposted Warmwell and Crossways. Turn left onto B3390. After approximately 3 miles, turn left at the crossroads, signposted Bovington Camp and Wareham. A little after a mile, take the turning on the right and Clouds Hill is immediately on your left. A35, from the east: Exit the A35 at the Bere Regis roundabout - take the first exit, signposted Bere Regis, Milborne St Andrew and Bovington Camp. Continue, following the road around to the left. After 2.5 miles, turn right for Bovington, Tincleton and Tank Museum. Continue for just over a mile, then take the next left and Clouds Hill is immediately on your left. From Wareham: Head west on the A352, signposted Wool and Dorchester. Look for signs for the Tank Museum, turning right at the roundabout signposted Bovington and the Tank Museum. After passing the Tank Museum (on your right) drive through Bovington, and Clouds Hill is approximately one mile north on the right.
On foot: From Moreton you can pick up the Lawrence Trail to reach Clouds Hill. To join the trail: follow the lane onto the unmade track which leads to a footbridge over the River Frome. Caution - busy road with limited footpath.
By train: Wool 3½ miles; Moreton 3½ miles. Wool is on the mainline from London, Waterloo to Weymouth, Dorset. The station is served by taxis. Moreton is also on the Waterloo to Weymouth mainline. From the station walk north past the Frampton Arms (on your right). Turn right into Station Road which leads to Moreton village (Lawrence is buried in the graveyard here). From Moreton you can pick up the Lawrence Trail to reach Clouds Hill. To join the trail: follow the lane onto the unmade track which leads to a footbridge over the River Frome. Caution - busy road with limited footpath.
Parking: Free for visitors.