Regency Treasures 7.00pm

Take an after-hours stroll through our Gardens to see the roses in full bloom before enjoying the golden hour in the Old Kitchen Tearoom courtyard with a refreshing glass of Pimms.

Then join a member of the Curatorial team in the Library for a guided viewing of a specially-curated display of Regency treasures, including the presentation copy of Jane Austen’s Emma gifted to her friend Anne Sharp, the manuscript play of Sir Charles Grandison written in Jane Austen’s hand and rarely displayed, and a selection of the works that influenced Austen’s writing.

6pm arrival for 6.30pm Library talk

7pm arrival for 7.30pm Library talk

If you are booking multiple events, you can book them all with Marie on 01420 85057 for a £4.00 transaction fee

Jane Austen Regency Week is a fundraising activity for Alton Community Association CIO (Registered Charity 1173885).