Henry Thrale, Hester Thrale, Samuel Johnson, and Frances Burney blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Immediately to the south of this building stood the house occupied by Hester and Henry Thrale where Samuel Johnson and Fanny Burney were frequent visitors Recorded plaque organisation: Regency Society.

Henry Thrale was a prominent brewer, Hester Thrale his literary hostess wife; Dr Samuel Johnson was an influential writer and lexicographer; Frances Burney was a notable novelist and diarist. Their gatherings at the Thrales' home were significant cultural events of 18th-century London, influencing literature and social discourse.