Festive Weekends at Dickens House Museum, Broadstairs

6th December - 7th December 2025

Dickens House Museum

Experience the magic of a Dickensian Christmas at the Broadstairs Dickens House!

1pm - 4.30pm with last entry 4pm

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 House volunteers will be bringing a timeless tale to life with a captivating performance of the classic '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.

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