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Regency House Tour - Gilbert White's House

Event Location: The Wakes, High Street, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 3JH
FREE
FREE WITH GARDEN ADMISSION
Friday 26th June 2026
3:00pm – 4:00pm

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As part of Alton’s Regency Week we invite you to a private tour of Gilbert White’s House.

By the time Austen was living in the area Gilbert White was the most famous author of the area. Our Regency guide will show you around the writer’s home, whilst telling you all baout White’s life and times, as well as the places and people he had in common with Austen.

Who talks of rational delight }
When Selbourne’s Hill appears in sight }
And does not think of Gilbert White? }

From ‘Selbourne Hanger’ by James Austen

Date: Friday 26th June

Times: 15:00-16:00

Price: Free with garden admission

Venues: Gilbert Whites House

Contact Information

Julie McLatch

  • 07786 395322
Registered charity number 1173885

Find Jane Austen Regency Week

Gilbert White's House and Gardens
The Wakes, High Street, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 3JH

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