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Jane Austen Festival: Guided garden walks at Prior Park

Gain real-life experience of garden features mentioned in Jane Austen novels.

  • Booking essential
  • Free event (admission applies)

Follow in the footsteps of the real Mr and Mrs Allen and explore Georgian garden features straight out of a Jane Austen novel. If you've ever wondered what Lady Catherine de Burgh means by a "pretty sort of wilderness", this is the walk for you.

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

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

On Saturday 20 September, Prior Park will also be hosting a pre-bookable cream tea picnic in the afternoon.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Meeting point

Main visitor reception

What to bring and wear

Regency dress encouraged, but please dress appropriately for outdoor weather and uneven ground

Accessibility

Please be aware that areas of the garden are very steep and there is no parking on site. Limited pre-bookable accessible parking available.

Upcoming events

Event

Gardeners' seasonal garden walk at Prior Park - summer 

Enjoy a guided walk from the gardeners at Prior Park.

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on
30 Jun 2025
at
11:00 to 12:00
Event

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
19 Jul to 3 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 15 other dates or times
Event

Summer of Play at Prior Park 

Fun outdoor activities for the children this summer.

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on
23 Jul to 2 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 41 other dates or times
Event

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.

Event summary

on
29 Jul to 31 Jul 2025
at
11:00 to 12:00
+ 1 other date or time