Discover the ‘Great House’ enjoyed by Jane Austen, the quintessentially English manor house and gardens with a fascinating history.
Chawton House, a registered charity conserves a unique collection of early women’s writing within the Elizabethan manor house once owned by Jane Austen’s brother Edward. Visitors can enjoy the ‘Great House’ referred to in Jane Austen’s letters, relax in the peace and tranquillity of the gardens, and find inspiration in the lives and works of its women writers.
The 400-year-old house is a fascinating blend of architectural styles and features. Visitors can sit at the table at which Jane Austen dined with her family, and enjoy a stroll in the Walled Garden built by her brother Edward. The Library itself is a treasure trove of fascinating works by women and many of these are on display throughout the house, along with portraits and paintings inspired by the writers.
Visitors can enjoy lunch and afternoon tea in the Old Kitchen Tearoom and browse a range of gifts related to Austen, the House and Gardens in the Gift Shop.
There is a rolling programme of exhibitions, which are included in the price of admission, along with a variety of events from evening talks and conferences to children’s workshops and garden tours.
1 Apr to 7 Dec 2018
Enjoy a day at Chawton House with buy one adult ticket get a second half price.
Download a copy of the voucher here.
You can also download the Winchester Visitor Map to get this special offer and many more.
*Excludes special event days and other offers. Valid until 7 December 2018
A feminist creative writing workshop.
Head to Chawton House to learn the fundamentals of modern calligraphy in a fun & relaxed atmosphere.
Head to Chawton House to learn the fundamentals of modern calligraphy in a fun & relaxed atmosphere.
Head to Chawton House to learn the fundamentals of modern calligraphy in a fun & relaxed atmosphere.
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Enjoy a day of creativity within the Hampshire Countryside, based at the beautiful setting of Chawton House.
Enjoy a day of creativity within the Hampshire Countryside, based at the beautiful setting of Chawton House.
Enjoy a day of creativity within the Hampshire Countryside, based at the beautiful setting of Chawton House.
In her latest book on Jane Austen, Professor Jocelyn Harris argues that she was “a satirist, a celebrity watcher, and a keen political observer”.
This informal session will engage your powers of observation and imagination, stimulating ideas and thought-provoking discussion.
There will be up to 30 stalls inside and outside offering a plethora of interesting and unusual items for purchase.
Enjoy a day of creativity within the Hampshire Countryside, based at the beautiful setting of Chawton House.
This informal session will engage your powers of observation and imagination, stimulating ideas and thought-provoking discussion.
There will be up to 30 stalls inside and outside offering a plethora of interesting and unusual items for purchase.
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