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Dr Jenners House Birthplace of Vaccination Berkeley

Dr Jenners House Birthplace of Vaccination, The Chantry, Church Lane, Berkeley, GL13 9BN

01453 810631

Dr Jenners House Birthplace of Vaccination
Prices at Dr Jenners House Birthplace of Vaccination Berkeley from see website for ticket prices; Joint Tickets also History Where it Happened! The Chantry, is the elegant 18th century former home of one of the UK's greatest scientists, Dr Edward Jenner (1749-1823), who has saved more lives than anyone else ever. In 1796 from his home, he pioneered vaccination. He was also a 'polymath' interested in natural history, medicine, ballooning and horticulture. Many of his discoveries we now take for granted such as hedgehog hibernation; nesting habits of cuckoos; and of course vaccination. Many of us owe our lives to his hard work. Explore his beautiful home and gardens, including his vinery (he collected cuttings from Hampton Court Palace); the thatched 'Temple of Vaccinia' described as the cornerstone of the public health system after he gave out free vaccinations to the public; and the Old Cyder House tea room and shop. He is buried inside the adjacent 13th church. One minute walk to Berkeley Castle through the churchyard (we offer a Joint Ticket), making 'Historic Berkeley' a 'must' day out for all the family. Just off Jns 13/14 M5; follow brown signs to A38 Berkeley. Free on-site parking. Open year-round for groups by appointment; open seasonally to the public, check website for information and events programme.