In the steps of Thomas Hardy' Stay at The Old Rectory , St Juliot, Boscastle. where Thomas met Emma, visit all their favourite haunts, and see why Thomas Hardy left 'with Magic in his eyes'. It was Monday 7th March 1870 that Thomas Hardy arrived at The Old Rectory . The garden will be full of daffodils and other early spring flowers.
Guests are welcome to use the garden as their own.
Our 'Lookout' from the boundary of the garden gives unsurpassed views of the Valency Valley and the Atlantic sea. A chance for you to experience a brush with history. Monday We suggest that you stop in Launceston on the way and visit the steam railway, where Hardy stepped off the train after a long journey, and perhaps have a snack at the White Hart as he did. Then drive to your final destination where a cup of tea and home made cake and biscuits will be awaiting you. Meet your fellow guests for the rest of the week and enjoy the evening with a three-course meal in the entrance hall where Thomas and Emma met.