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Keats House
Wentworth Place, Keats Grove, Hampstead, London NW3 2RR

For two years this Regency house was the home of the famous Romantic poet John Keats, who lived from 1795-1821.  The house was built as two semi-detached houses in 1816, and Keats was persuaded to move into the smaller one in 1818 by his friend, Charles Armitage Brown. 

Between 1818-1820 Keats wrote some of his best-loved works here, his poem, 'Ode to a Nightingale', was written under a plum tree in the garden.  Living in the larger house next door was the Brawne family, and Keats soon fell in love with one of the daughters, Fanny Brawne and the couple became engaged.  Tragically their marriage never took place.  Keats was suffering from consumption (tuberculosis) and in 1820 he was advised by his doctor to spend the winter in the warmer Italy, Keats never returned to England, dying in Rome in 1821 aged 25.

Keats House was opened to the public in 1925.  The interior, in Regency style, retains much of the character of the house as Keats knew it. 

Original manuscripts and books can be viewed in cabinets, part of a collection of Keats' life and work. Other mementos on display include one of Keats' love letters to Fanny, the engagement ring, and a lock of her hair.  A new plum tree in the garden marks the position of the tree under which Keats sat to write. 

Literary events are held at Keats House including poetry readings, talks, workshops, and walks.      

The house and garden has now reopened after resoration work.

Opening Times

Open:Tues-Sat: 10:00-12.00 for Schools and pre-booked group visits. 13:00-17:00 Open to all visitors. Sun and Bank Holidays: 13:00-17:00 Open to all visitors.
Wed evenings: Special events - please contact Keats House for details.
Keats House is closed on all Mon's except Bank Holidays.
Admission Charge but entry to Garden is free. Tickets are valid for unlimited repeat visits for 12 months from date of purchase. Tel: 020 7435 2062

 
 
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