Silent Night Visit

Explore the house without speaking and absorb the atmosphere of rooms lit solely by candles. 18 Folgate Street is famous for the powerful quality of its silence, broken only by ticking clocks. When there is no chatter, you grow more aware of the fragrances here – perfume, woodsmoke, cloves and tobacco. Compounded by the intense visual detail, this visit is guaranteed to awaken all the senses.

Last admission is 45 minutes before closing time.

Essential Information

• Please be punctual for your visit. Latecomers cannot be admitted.
• Tickets are non-refundable and may not be exchanged or transferred.
• Those under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult – one adult per child.
• One ticket is valid for one guest only.
• Please note that there are no toilet facilities at Dennis Severs’ House. We recommend the extensive free cloakrooms at Liverpool Street Station.
• Only handbags and small backpacks are allowed in the house. You will be asked to carry these in your hand or wear them on your front.
• We do not have space to store luggage, pushchairs, large items or children’s scooters.
• Visits involve walking around the house and climbing stairs. Due to the age and character of the building – its dim lighting, uneven floors, steep stairs and other hazards – you must follow safety instructions from the staff.
• Those with respiratory concerns please note: due to having open fires, smoke levels in the house can be high.
• Please be aware that nuts are used and displayed throughout the house.
• Stiletto heels cannot be worn because they damage the fabric of the building.
• Photography or filming is not permitted in the House.

For more information, please read our Terms & Conditions before your visit.

Accessibility

The house is an 18th-century building with uneven floors and many stairs. Sadly this means access is not always possible and we are unable to offer wheelchair access. Visitors must be able to evacuate the building unaided or with the support of their designated carer.