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Wednesday 23rd September 2026 to Sunday 18th October 2026 Chawton House |
Library Display: Austen's AutumnDiscover Jane Austen’s fascination with the changing seasons in this special Library display. |
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Wednesday 23rd September 2026 to Friday 2nd October 2026 Chawton House |
HomeMade Histories: Library Short Talks - Curators’ PicksJoin a member of the curatorial team in the Library for a short, 15-minute close-up with five remarkable handmade objects as they come off display, Weds-Fri, 1.30pm. |
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Thursday 1st October 2026
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*SOLD OUT* A Night in Georgian England: A Talk & DinnerExplore our precious 1746 map of London with an eminent historian and get a private ”tour” of the Georgian streets. Stay for a roast dinner and hear about nightlife in 18th-century London. |
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Saturday 3rd October 2026 to Sunday 4th April 2027 Chawton House |
Exhibition: Dressing Up: Fashion and Nightlife in Eighteenth-Century HampshireStep into the glittering world of Georgian nightlife. Dressing Up follows the journey: getting ready, getting there, getting entertained. Through rare books, clothing and accessories, discover what it really took to enjoy a night out over 200 years ago. |
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Monday 12th October 2026 Chawton House |
Curator's Tour: Dressing Up: Fashion & Nightlife in 18th-Century HampshireJoin us for a Curator’s Tour of our new exhibition exploring and get to know glittering world of Georgian nightlife, from preparation and transport to the favoured nightlife spots in Hampshire. |
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Friday 16th October 2026 Chawton House |
In Austen's Footsteps: Guided Estate WalkStep into the landscape Jane Austen knew and was inspired by on a guided Autumn estate walk. |
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Sunday 18th October 2026 Chawton House |
Guided Tour: Jane Austen at the Great HouseJoin a special Jane Austen 250 guided tour highlighting Jane Austen’s connection to the ‘Great House’, from the parkland she walked to the table she dined at and the books she read. |
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Wednesday 21st October 2026 to Sunday 1st November 2026 Chawton House |
Halloween Kids’ Trails: The Poison PuzzleCalling all young detectives! A mysterious case is unfolding at Chawton House, and we need your help to solve it. |
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Wednesday 21st October 2026 to Sunday 1st November 2026 Chawton House |
Library Display: Poisons and PotionsDelve into the darker side of the Chawton House collection in this special Gothic display exploring poisons, potions and remedies. |
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Monday 26th October 2026 Chawton House |
Indoor Theatre: Ghost Stories After DarkJoin us in the Great Hall as actor Dominic Gerrard returns to Chawton House for a solo performance of three ghostly tales! |
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Tuesday 27th October 2026 Chawton House |
Halloween Half Term Kids Craft DayThis Halloween half term, bring the kids for a frightfully fun day at Chawton House, with potion making workshops, broom making, and a spooky detective trail to explore. |
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Wednesday 28th October 2026 Chawton House |
Poisons and Potions: Gothic Supper & A Murder Mystery...Over a Gothic-inspired supper, work with your fellow guests to unravel a mystery of poisons, potions, secrets and suspicious behaviour. |
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Friday 30th October 2026 Chawton House |
Gothic House TourJoin us for a night to freeze the blood, as we step into the shadowy world of Gothic literature, where heroines, villains and the ingenious women writers who brought them to life await… |