Hardys Monument in Dorset. What is it?

Описание: 📍 Thomas Hardy Monument – Full Tour & Aerial Views | Dorset, UK | DJI Mini 3 & Insta360

Step back in time as we visit the Thomas Hardy Monument, a towering historical landmark located on Black Down Hill, near Portesham in Dorset, England. This 72-foot high stone column was built in 1844 in honor of Vice Admiral Sir Thomas Masterman Hardy, best known as Captain Hardy, who served under Admiral Nelson during the Battle of Trafalgar.

In this video, I take you on a complete tour of the Hardy Monument and its surroundings, capturing:
✅ Stunning aerial views with the DJI Mini 3
✅ Immersive 360° shots using the Insta360 camera
✅ Ground-level walkthrough filmed on a smartphone
✅ A look at the monument’s construction, purpose, and maritime history
✅ Panoramic views across the Jurassic Coast, Isle of Portland, Weymouth, and beyond

🔍 Whether you're a history enthusiast, drone hobbyist, or planning a Dorset day out, this video provides a visual and informative experience of one of the region’s most iconic — yet often overlooked — landmarks.

🎥 Gear used:

📷 DJI Mini 3 (for drone footage)

🎥 Insta360 (for immersive 360° views)

📱 Google Pixel 9 XL Pro (4K video & audio capture)

📌 Location: Thomas Hardy Monument, Black Down Hill, near Portesham, Dorset, England
📸 Views: On clear days, you can see as far as Lyme Bay, Chesil Beach, and the Purbeck Hills

🌟 Fun fact: This monument is not dedicated to the author Thomas Hardy — it commemorates his namesake, a naval hero from the Napoleonic Wars.

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Editing Software #

Video Editing - Adobe Premiere Pro
Thumbnails - https://www.canva.com/
Audio - https://www.epidemicsound.com/


Filming Equipment #

Main Camera - Google Pixel 9 XL Pro
Other Cameras - Go Pro Hero 10 Black Edition
Insta360 x4
Drone - DJI Mini 3

Insta - @The_remote_control_pilot