Step back in time and experience the world of Jane Austen like never before!
Go behind the scenes at Jane Austen’s House where the beloved author lived and wrote some of her most famous novels.
From the sunny Drawing Room where she practiced the piano every morning, to the vibrant green Dining Room where she penned her masterpieces, and the cosy bedroom where she shared cherished moments with her sister, every corner of this enchanting house is steeped in history and charm.
Get a sneak peek at the unparalleled collection of Austen treasures that await you, from personal letters and first editions to precious items of jewellery and portraits of her friends and family.
Don’t miss your chance to discover the world of Jane Austen – book your visit today!
Salisbury Cathedral is one of the Wiltshire’s most famous attractions and immediately visible when travelling into the city. With it’s spire rising to a breath-taking 404ft, the tallest in the country, Salisbury Cathedral has helped guide visitors for centuries!
It’s Saturday… If you’re looking for the perfect match, you might be able to get help here. This quiz maps out which Austen hero is right for you. You can hope that you suddenly spot Mr Darcy…
In Jane Austen’s day, the best way to update any spring outfit was to trim an old bonnet with the latest ribbons, flowers or fruit. We like their upcycling style!
“Happy for all her maternal feelings was the day on which Mrs. Bennet got rid of her two most deserving daughters. With what delighted pride she afterwards visited Mrs. Bingley, and talked of Mrs. Darcy, may be guessed.” ~ Pride and Prejudice, ch.61
“How d’ye do?—how d’ye do?—Very well, I thank you. So obliged to you for the carriage last night. We were just in time; my mother just ready for us. Pray come in; do come in. You will find some friends here.”
So began Miss Bates; and Mr. Knightley seemed determined to be heard in his turn, for most resolutely and commandingly did he say,
“How is your niece, Miss Bates?—I want to inquire after you all, but particularly your niece. How is Miss Fairfax?—I hope she caught no cold last night. How is she to-day? Tell me how Miss Fairfax is.”
And Miss Bates was obliged to give a direct answer before he would hear her in any thing else. The listeners were amused; and Mrs. Weston gave Emma a look of particular meaning. But Emma still shook her head in steady scepticism.
“So obliged to you!—so very much obliged to you for the carriage,” resumed Miss Bates.
He cut her short with,
“I am going to Kingston. Can I do any thing for you?”
A treat for our music lovers! Singer, song writer, and fellow Janeite, Amanda Fagan has released a new Austen-inspired EP. Each track was inspired by a different Austen novel and is composed of only musical instruments that were around in Jane’s time.
My personal favorite is “Beware of How You Give Your Heart” based on Northanger Abbey. So soft and pretty! Check out the EP and let us know your favorite!
“How d’ye do?—how d’ye do?—Very well, I thank you. So obliged to you for the carriage last night. We were just in time; my mother just ready for us. Pray come in; do come in. You will find some friends here.”
So began Miss Bates; and Mr. Knightley seemed determined to be heard in his turn, for most resolutely and commandingly did he say,
“How is your niece, Miss Bates?—I want to inquire after you all, but particularly your niece. How is Miss Fairfax?—I hope she caught no cold last night. How is she to-day? Tell me how Miss Fairfax is.”
And Miss Bates was obliged to give a direct answer before he would hear her in any thing else. The listeners were amused; and Mrs. Weston gave Emma a look of particular meaning. But Emma still shook her head in steady scepticism.
“So obliged to you!—so very much obliged to you for the carriage,” resumed Miss Bates.
He cut her short with,
“I am going to Kingston. Can I do any thing for you?”
On this day, April 15th, 1959 the actress and writer, Emma Thompson was born. She is best known to us as Elinor Dashwood in the 1995 adaptation of Sense and Sensibilty for which she won many awards for her screenplay including the Academy Award (Oscar) and the Golden Globe.
Her acceptance speech for her Golden Globe was brilliant, being given as Jane herself. Here is the link if you have not seen it.
‘I am getting very extravagant & spending all my money; & what is worse for you, I have been spending yours’, wrote Jane Austen to her sister Cassandra in April 1811. Discover what she was buying in our Musings.
He brought all the music to her, and they looked it over together.—Emma took the opportunity of whispering,
“You speak too plain. She must understand you.”
“I hope she does. I would have her understand me. I am not in the least ashamed of my meaning.”
“But really, I am half ashamed, and wish I had never taken up the idea.”
“I am very glad you did, and that you communicated it to me. I have now a key to all her odd looks and ways. Leave shame to her. If she does wrong, she ought to feel it.”
“She is not entirely without it, I think.”
“I do not see much sign of it. She is playing Robin Adair at this moment—his favourite.”
Who would not want to sit down with Jane Austen and join her in a cup of tea? Here for the first time is a book that shares the secrets of one of her favorite rituals.
Tea figures prominently in Jane Austen’s life and work. At the center of almost every social situation in her novels one finds tea. In Emma, does Miss Bates drink coffee? Of course not: ‘No coffee, I thank you, for me-never take coffee.-A little tea if you please.’ In Pride and Prejudice, what is one of the supreme honors Mr. Collins can envision Lady Catherine bestowing on Elizabeth Bennet and her friends? Why, drinking tea with her, naturally.
Tea with Jane Austen begins with tea drinking in the morning and ends with tea in the evening, at balls and other gatherings. Each chapter includes a description of how tea was taken at a particular place or time of day, along with history, recipes, excerpts from Austen’s novels and letters and illustrations from the time.
. . . something unexpected. My daughter just released a tribute album to Jane Austen. The album was released today and is called, “Love, Jane” by Amanda Fagan. Can everyone spread this around the Jane Austen community? Much appreciated! https://open.spotify.com/album/7kg3DsRfyYnnoh8Qpew4jc…
Today we’re celebrating the 250th birthday of Jane Austen’s older brother Admiral Sir Francis Austen (known to the family as Frank).
In honour of this special anniversary, we’re delighted to announce our acquisition of his handwritten Memoir and an album of watercolours and drawings from his global travels – on display from tomorrow in a brand-new exhibition, Travels with Frank Austen!
Previously in family ownership, these fascinating objects go on display for the very first time, offering new insights into Jane Austen and her family.
GET INVOLVED: we’re asking our audiences from around the world to help us make the first full transcript of Frank Austen’s Memoir!
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Step back in time and experience the world of Jane Austen like never before!
Go behind the scenes at Jane Austen’s House where the beloved author lived and wrote some of her most famous novels. 
Don’t miss your chance to discover the world of Jane Austen – book your visit today! 
Check out the EP and let us know your favorite!
Today we’re celebrating the 250th birthday of Jane Austen’s older brother Admiral Sir Francis Austen (known to the family as Frank).
In honour of this special anniversary, we’re delighted to announce our acquisition of his handwritten Memoir and an album of watercolours and drawings from his global travels – on display from tomorrow in a brand-new exhibition, Travels with Frank Austen!
Previously in family ownership, these fascinating objects go on display for the very first time, offering new insights into Jane Austen and her family.
GET INVOLVED: we’re asking our audiences from around the world to help us make the first full transcript of Frank Austen’s Memoir!
Find out more: https://janeaustens.house/news/new-acquisitions-2024/ and see how you can get involved: https://janeaustens.house/…/transcribing-francis…/
Travels with Frank Austen runs until 7 July and is free with House entry!
An online exhibition will also be available.
Austen in Boston 
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