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Exhibition: Dressing Up: Fashion and Nightlife in Eighteenth-Century Hampshire

Saturday 3rd October 2026 to Sunday 4th April 2027

Chawton House

Exhibition: Dressing Up: Fashion and Nightlife in Eighteenth-Century Hampshire

Step 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.

Library Display: Poisons and Potions

Friday 23rd October 2026 to Saturday 28th November 2026

Chawton House

Library Display: Poisons and Potions

Delve into the darker side of the Chawton House collection in this special Gothic display exploring poisons, potions and remedies.

Evening Curator's Tour: Dressing Up: Fashion & Nightlife in 18th-Century Hampshire

Thursday 12th November 2026

Chawton House

Evening Curator's Tour: Dressing Up: Fashion & Nightlife in 18th-Century Hampshire

Join us for an early-evening 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.

Jane Austen Second Hand Book Sale

Friday 13th November 2026 to Sunday 15th November 2026

Chawton House

Jane Austen Second Hand Book Sale

Browse a wonderful selection of pre-loved Jane Austen books, and discover your next great read in the beautiful surroundings of Chawton House.

Curator's Tour: Dressing Up: Fashion & Nightlife in 18th-Century Hampshire

Sunday 15th November 2026

Chawton House

Curator's Tour: Dressing Up: Fashion & Nightlife in 18th-Century Hampshire

Join 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.

Christmas at Chawton House

Friday 20th November 2026 to Sunday 3rd January 2027

Chawton House

Christmas at Chawton House

From 20 November, see the House dressed for Christmas by our talented volunteer team and explore Regency Christmas Carols.

Get Ready With Us: Dressing for the Masquerade

Wednesday 25th November 2026

Chawton House

Get Ready With Us: Dressing for the Masquerade

An exclusive evening of fashion, disguise and entertainment at Chawton House with a narrated dressing of a live model for a masquerade.

Christmas Wreath Making

Thursday 26th November 2026

Chawton House

Christmas Wreath Making

Create your own Christmas wreath filled with greenery from our gardens, berries and all the trimmings guided by our Head Gardener, Julia.

Christmas Kids' Trail

Friday 27th November 2026 to Friday 1st January 2027

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Christmas Kids' Trail

Christmas magic is coming to Chawton House! Bring the family along for a festive adventure as young explorers set off to discover the magic of the season.

Advent Calendar Making Workshop

Saturday 28th November 2026

Chawton House

Advent Calendar Making Workshop

Spend a creative day designing your own unique advent calendar inspired by the house and grounds of Chawton House.

Christmas Carols from the Ropley King's Singers

Saturday 28th November 2026

Chawton House

Christmas Carols from the Ropley King's Singers

Join us for a festive afternoon of traditional Christmas carols with Ropley King’s Singers at Chawton House.

Festive Supper with the Kings Pond Shantymen

Thursday 3rd December 2026

Chawton House

Festive Supper with the Kings Pond Shantymen

Welcome the Festive Season with a hearty 3-course Festive Supper in the Great Hall, followed by a Christmas performance by the Kings Pond Shantymen.

Christmas Carols From the Ropley King's Singers

Saturday 5th December 2026

Chawton House

Christmas Carols From the Ropley King's Singers

Join us for a festive afternoon of traditional Christmas carols with Ropley King’s Singers at Chawton House.

Guided Tour: Jane Austen at the Great House

Wednesday 16th December 2026

Chawton House

Guided Tour: Jane Austen at the Great House

Join 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.