Gad's Hill Place
Explore the former home of Charles Dickens and discover the places, stories and landscapes that inspired one of Britain's greatest writers.
Located in Higham, Gad's Hill Place was the home of Charles Dickens from 1856 until his death in 1870. The house was central to Dickens' later life and career and remains one of the most important literary locations in Kent.
Visitors can learn about Dickens' life, his connection to Gravesham and the local area, and the locations that inspired many of his novels and characters.
Gad's Hill Place Tour
Gad's Hill is a Grade 1 listed 18th century house with alterations made by Dickens to accommodate his family's needs.
Whilst at Gad's Hill Dickens wrote his las four novels, including Great Expectations and A Tale of Two Cities. He died at Gad's whilst working on his final book, The Mystery of Edward Drood.
During the tour you will have the opportunity to visit the ground floor of the house, stroll in the garden and enjoy tea and biscuits in the conservatory.
Visitor information
Location
Located in the village of Higham, a short distance from Gravesend.
Gad's Hill Place, Higham, Gravesham, KentVisit Gad's Hill Place website
Bookings
Admission is through a pre-booked guided tour.
Each tour is limited to 16 people and must be booked in advance. Guided tours are one hour long with an optional self-guided garden tour available.
Complimentary refreshments are served in the conservatory or dining room after your tour.
Adults are £12.00 and Children 7 to 12 years are £5.00 per ticket. Children 6 years and under are free but please book their place.
Accessibility
There is limited disability access due to steps at the front and rear of the house and also up to the bathroom area. Regrettably there is no wheelchair access to the house.