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Historic House Museum

Dr. Johnson's House

London — EC4A 3DE

Max Capacity

FROM

£2200

Per Day

4.6000000000000005

27 reviews

Room Layouts

About This Venue

Dr. Johnson's House is a beautifully preserved 18th-century townhouse in the heart of the City of London, where the famous lexicographer Samuel Johnson lived and worked from 1748 to 1759. This Grade I listed building offers an intimate venue for private events, literary gatherings, and small receptions. The historic rooms feature original period details, wooden paneling, and fascinating displays about Johnson's life and work. Located in charming Gough Square, just off Fleet Street, the venue provides a unique setting steeped in literary history. The house can accommodate small groups for exclusive hire, offering a truly distinctive backdrop for corporate events, book launches, and cultural gatherings in one of London's most atmospheric historic buildings.

Room Capacities

theatre

boardroom

classroom

u shape

cabaret

reception

dining

banquet

Pricing

Day rates from £2200

Venue hire rates available on application; charges vary by event type and duration

Features & Amenities

Historic Building

Grade I Listed

City Location

Literary Heritage

Period Features

Exclusive Hire

Guided Tours

WiFi

AV & Technical

Basic PA System

Wi-Fi

Flip Charts

Ideal For

Private DiningCorporate EventsLiterary EventsEducational WorkshopsSmall Receptions

Location & Access

17 Gough Square, London EC4A 3DE

Chancery Lane (Central line) 3-minute walk; Holborn (Central/Piccadilly lines) 8-minute walk; City Thameslink 5-minute walk; multiple bus routes on Fleet Street

Limited street parking; NCP car parks at Chancery Lane and Holborn within walking distance