Guided Tour: Jane Austen's Birthday at Jane Austen's House

Celebrate the anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth with a special guided tour of her beloved home. Starting early, before the House opens to visitors, you will walk in Jane Austen’s footsteps and discover the house she knew and loved, whilst learning about her life in Chawton and her extraordinary legacy.

On this fascinating tour, led by an expert guide, you’ll learn about Jane’s life here in Hampshire and discover precious objects from her life, including her tiny writing table, the topaz crosses that inspired Mansfield Park, and rare first editions of her novels. Hear stories about Jane’s writing life, and the publication and reception of her novels as you explore the rooms where they were written and revised, and where Jane read aloud from a published copy Pride and Prejudice for the very first time.

As part of a small group, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to Jane Austen’s House before it opens to visitors, with plenty of time to chat and ask questions of our knowledgeable guide. After the tour, stay as long as you like to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy being in Jane’s home on this special day.

Tickets: £19.50