Although it is documented Dickens encountered a wealthy recluse called Elizabeth Parker on whom it is widely believed he based the character, whilst staying in Newport, Shropshire, it is also claimed that Emily Morgan of Guildford, Surrey was the inspiration for Miss Havisham.
It is documented Dickens encountered a wealthy recluse called Elizabeth Parker on whom it is widely believed he based the character. It was staying in Newport, Shropshire. Emily Morgan of Guildford, Surrey was the inspiration for Miss Havisham. This was what it is also claimed.