Sir Harold Hillier Gardens - Hardy's Heroines - Lecture Lunch - Wednesday 27th January 2027 - 11.00am

Sir Harold Hillier Gardens

Hardy's Heroines - Lecture Lunch

Wednesday 27th January 2027

11.00am

Step into the fascinating world of Thomas Hardy with literary speaker Kayleigh Clarke. 

This engaging talk explores Hardy's iconic and defiant heroines, including Tess Durbeyfield, Bathsheba Everdene and Eustacia Vye, revealing how he intertwined these unforgettable characters with the untamed forces of nature. 

Discover the secrets behind his radical storytelling, the backlash from contemporary Victorian critics, and the real-life inspirations that shaped his work. 

Coffee at 11am, followed by this engaging lecture and a two‑course lunch served in Jermyn’s House in the heart of the Gardens. 

Booking is essential 

Members’ Price: £48.50p/p 

Non-Members’ Price: £61.50p/p includes garden admission 

Once purchased, tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded.

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