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The Old Curiosity Shop in London

Updated: Apr 28, 2021

Charles Dickens' Inspiration

The Old Curiosity Shop in London
The Old Curiosity Shop in London

The Old Curiosity Shop was a novel written by Charles Dickens; it was famously published in two instalments in 1840 and 1841 respectively. ✍️


The novel was very popular when published – even Queen Victoria read it. 👑


Although the shop’s name was changed after Dickens’ book was published, it is known that this shop was an inspiration for the novel and Dickens visited it several times.


Nowadays, The Old Curiosity Shop serves as a high-end shoe shop.


📍13-14 Portsmouth St, Holborn, London WC2A 2ES


The nearest station is Holborn Underground Station. 🚆


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