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Looking upon this humble house today, it is inspiring to reflect that this was the birthplace of one of Britain's most influential thinkers.
Thomas Carlyle was born here in 1795, and went on to become a great writer and historian, as well as one of the leading voices on 19th-century morals and social equality.

The interior of the house is furnished to reflect domestic life at Carlyle's time and contains a fascinating collection of portraits and Carlyle's personal belongings.
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There is a fascinating collection of portraits and Thomas Carlyle's personal possessions

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Thomas Carlyle’s Birthplace

House: 31 Mar to 15 Apr, Fri-Mon 12-4; 1 Jun to 30 Sep, Fri-Mon 12-4.

Tel. 0844 493 2247

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