This Regency terrace house is the site where Gustav Holst, composer of 'The Planets,' was born in 1874. The story of Holst and his music is told through a fascinating display of personal belongings which includes his piano. The museum is a fine period house showing the upstairs/downstairs way of life as it was lived in the past; exhibits include a working Victorian kitchen and laundry, elegant Regency drawing room and charming Edwardian nursery. Also children's discovery trails and toys to try, gift shop. Visitors can hear Holst's music played. Special events hosted throughout the year. Open all year. Tel: +44 (0)1242 524 846