Jane Austen’s House in Chawton, Hampshire, is the house where Jane Austen lived and wrote.
Get out into nature this year and explore it like Austen!
We know that Jane Austen was as skilful with a needle as she was with a pen. She was a keen amateur embroiderer who was praised for being so ‘excellent in satin stitch’ that she would have put ‘a sewing machine to shame’.
One of the world’s most famous authors, was born, lived and died on the 18th July 1817 in the historic city of Winchester. Our trail follows her life in Hampshire.
Step into the shoes of literary greats and see the treasures of England’s ancient capital through their eyes.
Celebrate the achievements Jane Austen – one of Winchester’s greatest literary legends.
This 400-year old manor house inherited by Jane Austen’s brother has now been recognised by VisitEngland award.
“What dreadful Hot weather we have! –It keeps one in a continual state of Inelegance.” – Jane Austen, writing to her sister Cassandra, Sunday 18 September 1796
A guide at Winchester Cathedral – Pat talks about the highlights of one of her tours.
Be inspired by the beautiful cottage garden at Jane Austen’s House
Discover the ‘Great House’ enjoyed by Jane Austen, the quintessentially English manor house and gardens with a fascinating history.
Founding trustee of Winchester Poetry Festival – Keiren Phelan talks to us about Winchester’s literary heroes.
