Net Asset Value(s)

Henderson High Income Trust PLC
08 August 2005


HENDERSON GLOBAL INVESTORS

8 AUGUST 2005



HENDERSON HIGH INCOME TRUST PLC

As at close of business on 5 August 2005, the unaudited net asset values
calculated in accordance with the AITC formula (excluding current financial year
revenue items) were 138.7p per ordinary share and 212.6p per unit.


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John Hilton, Investment Trust Accounting Department

BNP Paribas Fund Services UK Limited

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