KCAW Literary Chelsea Tour

Walks, England, Greater London, Kensington and Chelsea
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KCAW Literary Chelsea Tour

Sloane Street, Knightsbridge

by kcaw

  • 1hr 15m / 1.8km
  • 69

Behind-the-scenes adventures through Kensington & Chelsea, designed by KCAW Advisory Board + local artists

  • Wheel friendly
  • Great views
  • Refreshments
  • History

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  1. This Literary Chelsea tour is curated by Cadogan.

    Step 1: This Literary Chelsea tour is curated by Cadogan.

  2. Begin by casting your gaze up at the magnificent six-storey property of 64 Sloane Street.

    Step 2: Begin by casting your gaze up at the magnificent six-storey property of 64 Sloane Street.

  3. It was here that Jane Austen moved in with her brother, and literary agent, Henry in 1811.

    Step 3: It was here that Jane Austen moved in with her brother, and literary agent, Henry in 1811.

  4. Step 4: After a few years – in which Sense and Sensibility was penned and published – Austen packed up her writing desk and moved just around the corner to the garden square of 23 Hans Place in 1814.

  5. Step 5: Continue your stroll down the stunning redbrick terrace of Cadogan Square with the private garden to your right.

  6. Step 6: Turn at its South East Corner and you’ll soon find yourself at the foot of number 75 Cadogan Square.

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