A literary walk will explore the lives of Dorchester's most revered writers.

The Dorchester Literary Festival event will take place on Sunday, October 18, with Mark Chutter, the chairman and academic director of the Thomas Hardy Society, leading the exploration.

The walk will delve into the works of iconic figures such as Thomas Hardy, William Barnes, the Powys brothers, and Sylvia Townsend Warner.

The event will begin at 11am at the Thomas Hardy Statue at Top o' Town, and is set to conclude at the Old Tea House with a cream tea from 1pm to 2pm.

The event will begin at 11am at the Thomas Hardy Statue at Top o' Town, and is set to conclude at the Old Tea House with a cream tea from 1pm to 2pm. (Image: The Thomas Hardy Society)

Tickets are priced at £14, with the cream tea payable separately.

Participants are advised to wear walking boots, and dogs are welcome.

The Dorchester Literary Festival will continue throughout the week, featuring live events with prominent writers, thinkers, and performers.

Subjects covered will include history, memoir, poetry, fashion, health, exploration, nature, travel, politics, and AI.

For tickets and more information, visit the festival website.