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Jane Austen’s House
Winchester Road, Chawton, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 1SD
Call direct on:
Tel+44 01420 83262
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Call direct on:
Tel+44 01420 83262
Jane Austen’s House in the picturesque Hampshire village of Chawton is one of the most important literary sites in the world. It was in this inspiring cottage that Jane Austen’s genius flourished and where she wrote, revised, and had published all six of her globally beloved novels. Step back in time to 1816 and follow in Jane’s footsteps; discover the rooms where she lived and wrote and see her writing table, jewellery, letters and first editions of her novels up close.
Explore the pretty cottage garden, try your hand at traditional garden games and enjoy Regency dress up, Regency letter writing, designing and more! Browse the unique rage of gifts and books in the beautiful Gift Shop and relax with an ice cream on the lawn.
Children can discover the secrets and stories of Jane Austen’s life and works via a beautifully illustrated trail and families can follow their visit with a trip to the village playground, set in stunning parkland just opposite the museum.
A range of events take place throughout the year including tours, walks, workshops and talks.
Please see below for our opening times. Opening hours are 10am – 5pm with last admission at 4pm. There may be days when we need to amend these opening times.
From Monday 27 May, open 7 days throughout half-term
June/July/August/September:
Following on from May half-term, open 7 days a week (up to Sunday 29 September)
Please note: On 25 July, we will be closing at the earlier time of 2pm
October: Open Wednesday-Sunday, up until Sunday 27 October
From Monday 28 October, open 7 days throughout half-term
November: Closed 4 – 8 November, open Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 November
From Thursday 14 November, open Thursday – Sunday
December: Open Thursday – Sunday up until Sunday 22 December
Open Monday 16 December for Jane Austen’s birthday
Closed 26 and 27 December
Open Saturday 28 December to Monday 30 December
Closed 31 December
For upto date opening time please visit the website.
Remember your ticket automatically becomes an annual pass which means you can enjoy unlimited visits for an entire year!
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| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult - Adult ticket | £13.50 per ticket |
| Art Fund Members - Special ticket | £6.90 per ticket |
| Child 6 - 16 years - Child ticket | £6.00 per ticket |
| Children under 6 free - Child ticket | Free |
| Disabled People (Carer Free) - Concession ticket | £10.00 per ticket |
| Family (1 Adults & up to 3 Children) - Family ticket | £19.00 per ticket |
| Family (2 Adults & up to 3 Children) - Family ticket | £32.00 per ticket |
| Jane Austen Society Members - Special ticket | £6.90 per ticket |
| Seniors - Senior Citizen ticket | £13.00 per ticket |
| Young People (17-26) - Admission | £10.00 per ticket |
Museums Association Members: free – please contact us on enquiries@janeaustens.house for more information on booking your tickets.
Please make sure to bring your Art Fund, Jane Austen Society or Museums Association Membership Card with you.
By car: From London/NE, take the A3/A31 via Guildford/Farnham. Chawton is clearly signposted from A31/A32 roundabout near Alton. From SW follow the A31 from Winchester towards Alton. Chawton is clearly signposted from A31/A32 roundabout near Alton.
By train: Trains run regularly from London Waterloo to Alton, 2 miles from the Museum.
By bus: The number 64 Stagecoach service runs daily between Alton train station and Winchester – alight at ‘The Butts’ stop in Alton - while the number 38 service from Petersfield to Alton offers a less frequent alternative option stopping directly outside the Museum in Chawton.
| 2025 Spring (8 Mar 2025 - 18 June 2025) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Wednesday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
| 2025 Summer (19 June 2025 - 3 Sept 2025) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
| 2025 Autumn (6 Sept 2025 - 29 Oct 2025) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Wednesday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
| 2025 Winter (4 Nov 2025 - 17 Dec 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Thursday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
* Opening times are 10am – 5pm with last admission at 4pm. Please check opening times before travelling.
The House will be open in addition to the timings above across Hampshire school holidays and all spring and summer bank holidays. Please check the attraction's website for details.
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