Summary:
The Chantry, an elegant 18th Century house in Berkeley, is the former home of world renowned scientist Dr Edward Jenner who developed the world’s first vaccine and changed the world forever.Steeped in history, it’s not an exaggeration to say that the town of Berkeley, on the southern edge of the Cotswolds, has changed the world.
The Chantry, an elegant 18th Century house, is the former home of world renowned scientist Dr Edward Jenner (1749-1823). It was here that Jenner developed the world’s first vaccine and changed the world forever.
The house and gardens celebrate Jenner’s life and legacy, and there is also a gift shop and refreshment area, children’s activities and trails.
Edward Jenner is buried inside the adjacent 13th Century church.
Pictured above: Edward Jenner by James Northcote
The Chantry, an elegant 18th Century house, is the former home of world renowned scientist Dr Edward Jenner (1749-1823). It was here that Jenner developed the world’s first vaccine and changed the world forever.
The house and gardens celebrate Jenner’s life and legacy, and there is also a gift shop and refreshment area, children’s activities and trails.
Edward Jenner is buried inside the adjacent 13th Century church.
Pictured above: Edward Jenner by James Northcote
More Information
Address:
The Chantry , Church Lane, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, GL13 9BN
Telephone:
01453 810631