Charles Dickens' Writing Chalet

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For decades “One of the most remarkable houses of literature” has languished in the grounds of Eastgate House - its fortunes need to be reverse - making it once again an attraction for visitors and an asset to the cultural and economic heritage of Medway.

01/06/2026

Mini Tour Coming Soon!

Very excited to share some updates soon about all the work that everyone has been putting in behind the scenes to help save the chalet & in the meantime keep an eye out for our mini tour including the high street!

A significant update in the history of Charles Dickens writing chalet pertaining to its placement at Cobham Hall / Park.
31/01/2026

A significant update in the history of Charles Dickens writing chalet pertaining to its placement at Cobham Hall / Park.

This blog has had a significant update following the discovery of new documents. It was first posted June 2024 “One of the most remarkable houses of literature” or a Victorian Prefab? “Miracle of S…

16/12/2025
13/12/2025

A look inside the Chalet!

For one day only. Mini-Chalet on display at the ex Visitors Centre. Books for sale with an offer for a double purchase.
06/12/2025

For one day only. Mini-Chalet on display at the ex Visitors Centre. Books for sale with an offer for a double purchase.

05/12/2025

Follow our journey & see how we go about restoring this beautiful piece of history!

“Remember, to the last, that while there is life, there is hope.” - CD

05/12/2025

Do not miss out the chance to look around Eastgate House, Rochester during the Christmas season & grab a show while you are there! A Christmas Carol tickets are still available for the 13th & 14th December!

A self-guided Dickens tour of Rochester using ‘What3Words’ app/website. It can be used ‘in the field’ or in the armchai...
02/12/2025

A self-guided Dickens tour of Rochester using ‘What3Words’ app/website. It can be used ‘in the field’ or in the armchair. Profits to go into a fund to promote the restoration and repurposing of Charles Dickens writing chalet. The booklet available in the cathedral shop, or by post. £9+pp. Email [email protected].

Good day for mini-chalet - ‘met’ other models at the ‘Medway in Miniature’ exhibition. Day ended with the news that the ...
17/09/2025

Good day for mini-chalet - ‘met’ other models at the ‘Medway in Miniature’ exhibition. Day ended with the news that the National Lottery Heritage Fund has given the go ahead to proceed with a Stage 1 application for funding. Assistance to be given on to exploring arrangements for asset transfers.

Mini-Chalet having a day out at the Medway in Miniature exhibition at Medway Archives Centre.
17/09/2025

Mini-Chalet having a day out at the Medway in Miniature exhibition at Medway Archives Centre.

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