Milton’s Cottage — Attraction in Denham, Gerrards Cross and Chalfonts Community Board

Small, but perfectly formed museum home of John milton, where he wrote paradise lost. Already blind at this point he dictated the words to friends and family to get this epic piece of literature down. There are books and pamphlets written by him and show an Interesting political side of his writings that i was unaware of. The museum was very quiet and we had an informative tour by the volunteer. The cottage garden to rear of the house is spectacular and well worth an explore. There is no parking near the house, though there is a car park in the village some 5 mins awaywhich gives the first hours parking as free. We'll...

Whilst the cottage and adjoining gardens are beautiful and of great historic value, our guide from today stole the show. Both myself and my father have received a guided tour lasting 20 minutes and told in a passionate and engaging manner by someone who has vast knowledge and personal interest in the topic. One of the best guided tours weve ever had - cannot...

Great little museum. Come and learn about the incredible life of 17th Century writer John Milton who wrote Paradise Lost also many important and influential political essays during a tumultuous period of English history. Always a active program of cultural events and educational activities as well, check the...