Milton's Cottage

Come and visit the Grade 1 listed 16th Century cottage where John Milton lived and completed "Paradise Lost" and started "Paradise regained".

Three ground-floor museum rooms contain important 1st editions of John Milton's 17th century poetry and prose works.

Amongst many unique items on display is the portrait of John Milton by Sir Godfrey Kneller.

The extraordinary career of this blind genius is vividly described for all visitors. Stroll around a well-stocked attractive garden. Free car parking adjoining. Coach parking by prior arrangement.
Opening Times
(2011 times)
1st March to 31st October;
Daily except Mondays
also Spring and Summer Bank Holidays. 10.00am -1.00pm & 2.00pm -6.00pm.

Closed Jan, Feb, Nov and Dec.

Admission Charges
(2011 prices)
Adult £4.00; Child (under 15) £2.00.
Groups of 20 or more £3.00 each.

Directions
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Milton's Cottage Postcode for SatNav: HP8 4JH

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