10 Keats Grove, London, NW3 2RR
The Romantic poet John Keats lived at this address in Hampstead between 1818-1820: during this time, Keats fell in love with and became engaged to Fanny Brawne, whose family lived in the house next door. He left the house for Rome after becoming seriously ill with tuberculosis - a warmer climate was thought to improve the condition - and died the following year. Keats’ friend Charles Brown claimed that ‘Ode to a Nightingale’ was composed in the garden of Keats House. Key artefacts on display include a copy of Keats’ death mask, the engagement ring that he offered to Fanny Brawne and the old mulberry tree in the garden is thought to have been there when Keats lived there. Keats House have a special programme of events, including lectures, poetry readings and guided walks.
Keats House is open Thursday and Friday 11am - 4pm and Sunday 2pm-4pm. Tickets can be booked here.
Details
- Address:
- 10 Keats Grove
- NW3 2RR