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Jane Austen Festival: Take a turn around Prior Park

Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday at Prior Park. Part of the Jane Austen Festival. See our other event listings for special events including guided walks and a picnic.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Take a turn around Prior Park Landscape Garden. It’s most refreshing. Visit a picturesque 18th century garden with its winding paths, hidden features and views over Bath.

Capture the best photograph in your Regency best on the Palladian bridge in one of the city’s most iconic sites. Find scripts to help you act out a scene from the novels or learn more about gardens in the era.

Regency dress is encouraged - you'll get 15% off admission.

There is no parking on site, except limited pre-bookable accessible parking.

We also have several special events running during the festival, including guided walks and a cream tea picnic.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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Upcoming events

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Festival of Archaeology at Prior Park 

The dig continues around the Bason, unearthing more of Prior Park's watery past.

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on
25 Jul to 3 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 9 other dates or times
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Summer of Play at Prior Park 

Fun outdoor activities for the children this summer.

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on
25 Jul to 2 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 39 other dates or times
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Festival of Archaeology at Prior Park, guided walks 

Enjoy a walk that will share a hidden side of Prior Park. Part of the Festival of Archaeology.

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on
29 Jul to 31 Jul 2025
at
11:00 to 12:00
+ 1 other date or time
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Heritage Open Days at Prior Park 

A chance to see Ralph Allen’s 18th century garden and its iconic Palladian bridge for free.

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on
12 Sep to 13 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 1 other date or time