Regency Picnic - Admission only

Join Jane Austen’s family and special guests for a Regency picnic at Dyers Barn, in the grounds of Chawton House.

Enjoy an afternoon of fun and entertainment with Jane Austen's Chawton family, and special guests. This year’s speakers include Zoe Wheddon, author of Jane Austen: Daddy's Girl: The Life and Influence of The Revd George Austen, who will be giving us a deeper insight into the relationship between Jane and her father, and Austen collector, historian and costumer, Hazel Mills, who will be talking about some of Jane’s most interesting and unexpected acquaintances. The winner of the Jane Austen Literacy Foundation Short Story Writing Competition 2024 will also be announced, and the winning story narrated.

£15 per ticket to enjoy homemade lemonade, enjoy the entertainment and bring your own picnic. Hosted by Caroline Jane Knight, all profits will be donated to the Jane Austen Literacy Foundation and Chawton House. Regency costume encouraged but not essential and we suggest you bring a picnic blanket. In case of poor weather, the picnic will be held in the barn.

Please note each event is subject to a booking fee per event.

If you are booking more than one event you can book directly with Marie at Alton Community Centre and pay just one booking fee of £3.00 per transaction.

Jane Austen Regency Week is a fundraising event for Alton Community Association CIO

Registered Charity number 1173885 (England & Wales)