The Old Curiosity Shop, Grade II* listed antique shop in Holborn, City of Westminster, England.
The Old Curiosity Shop is a Grade II* listed antique shop featuring a traditional wooden facade with ornate carvings on Portsmouth Street. The two-story Tudor-style structure displays leaded windows and preserves its original architectural elements throughout.
The building dates to the early 1800s and received Grade II* heritage status for its exceptional architectural quality. This recognition reflects its importance to London's commercial past and architectural legacy.
The shop gained fame through Charles Dickens' 1841 novel, which featured it as a setting and drew readers interested in Victorian London's literary landmarks. Visitors come here to experience this connection to English literary history firsthand.
The shop is located near Holborn Station and easily accessible by public transport. Visitors can browse during standard business hours while enjoying the preserved original features of the building.
The building survived both the Great Fire of London and World War II bombing with its original timber frame intact. This survival makes it a rare example of early construction methods that endured despite major historical disasters.
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