Dickens House Museum

Dickens House Museum celebrates Charles Dickens' long connection with Broadstairs (1837-1851). It is housed in the cottage that was Charles Dickens' inspiration for the home of Betsey Trotwood in David Copperfield. According to the reminiscences of Charles Dickens son Charley, they regularly had tea there with Miss Mary Pearson Strong, and her belief of her right to stop the passage of donkeys in front of her cottage became the donkey incident for the character of Betsey Trotwood.

The Dickens Fellowship Declaimers and dedicated volunteers bring timeless tales to life with captivating performances of classics like A Christmas Carol.

Enjoy festive activities for all ages, from children’s Christmas crafts to enchanting tours led by costumed characters. With Christmas Carols being sung in the garden.

Stroll through the museum, soak in the Christmas spirit and find unique gifts for loved ones in our Christmas shop.

Tickets for the tour are only £4.50 for adults and £2 for children

Free entry for shopping!