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John Milton's Cottage

John Milton's Cottage

Grade I listed 16th century cottage where John Milton lived and completed ‘Paradise Lost’ and started ‘Paradise Regained’. Four ground floor museum rooms contain important first editions of John Milton’s 17th century poetry and prose works. Amongst many unique items on display is the portrait of John Milton by Sir Godfrey Kneller. Well stocked, attractive cottage garden, listed by English Heritage.