Literary houses · South East England
Great Missenden
In or near Holmer Green.
Great Missenden — a literary house museum in england west midlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Great Missenden · 1.8 km
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Great Missenden is a literary house museum located in england west midlands. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. castle in the United Kingdom
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Chilterns
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Great Missenden, located in the West Midlands, is a literary house renowned for its connection to celebrated author Roald Dahl. The property offers insights into Dahl's life and works, showcasing memorabilia and exhibits that reflect his creative process. Visitors can explore the surrounding village, which has its own literary heritage and charm. The house is a notable destination for literature enthusiasts and those interested in the history of children's storytelling.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6953, -0.6866
- District
- Buckinghamshire
- Parish
- Great Missenden
- Postcode
- HP16 0QS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Mid Buckinghamshire
- Nearest railway station
- Great Missenden — 1.8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q24660872 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Great Missenden?
- Great Missenden is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode HP16 0QS), in the parish of Great Missenden.
- What is Great Missenden?
- Great Missenden — a literary house museum in england west midlands.
- How do I get to Great Missenden?
- The nearest railway station is Great Missenden, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode HP16 0QS.
- Is Great Missenden a protected site?
- Yes — Great Missenden is part of the Chilterns National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Great Missenden?
- The nearest railway station is Great Missenden, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode HP16 0QS.