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Jane Austen events at The Vyne in 2025

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Sit back and enjoy Austen-inspired open-air events among other highlights. | © National Trust Images / Arnhel de Serra

As 2025 marks 250 years since the birth of Jane Austen, uncover Jane’s links to the family at The Vyne with exhibition Regency Revisited and biweekly tours of the house.

On 7 September, don't miss 'In conversation with...', an indulgent cream tea followed by an exclusive talk with Austen experts Lizzie Dunford, Director for Jane Austen’s House, Chawton and Joy Pibworth, longstanding member of the Jane Austen Society.

On 25 September, following a cream tea, enjoy an interactive and irreverent presentation called 'Layers of Jane' regarding Regency 'underpinnings'. Talk tickets £20.

Upcoming Austen events:

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Don't miss this discussion about Britain’s best-loved Regency author. | © National Trust / Karen Legg

Cream tea & talk: In conversation with...

Sunday 7 September | Gates open 2.15pm | Cream tea 2.30-3.15pm | Talk 3.30-4.30pm. Enjoy a cream tea in the tea-room before joining Lizzie Dunford, Director for Jane Austen’s House, Chawton and Joy Pibworth, longstanding member of the Jane Austen Society as they discuss Britain’s best-loved Regency author in the house at The Vyne. Tickets £20.

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