Visit to Vernacular Cottage in Chaldon Herring

Event details

This small thatched cottage is fairly typical of the area, built from materials generally locally sourced to a pattern developed over many years. It has been a second home for some 45 years and as a result has escaped some of the more damaging modernisations which have affected many other such buildings. The new owner wants to preserve its character while making it habitable as a permanent home.

They have kindly agreed to open their doors to a small group of SPAB members before building works commence in May.  This is an opportunity to consider all the pressures for modernisation and the dilemmas that they present.

Chaldon Herring, is south of Dorchester and 2 miles from the sea, in the 1920’s became a popular centre for artists and writers.

Meet 1.45pm outside The Sailors Return.

Cost £7.50. pay with registration or cash on the day.

More information: dorset@spab.org.uk. Contact Peter Brachi 01929 462889  peter.brachi@btinternet.com

Multiple bookings
As long as there is space on the event, we usually allow you to book for both yourself and a guest. When completing the booking form, you will be asked to select the number of people and put in your own details on the first page, then to put in your second person's details on the next page. The event fee shown on each of these pages is for the individual person - you will be shown the total amount due once you get to the summary page.

Booking Terms & Conditions

Accessibility: please contact the Group Organiser before booking to discuss any special access requirements.