Chawton House

Chawton House

Chawton House is a Grade II* Elizabethan Manor House located near Alton in Hampshire. The house once belonged to Jane Austen’s brother Edward and the library, house and gardens are open to the public.

Things to do at Chawton House

The house is now over 400 years old and was built by the Knight family in the 1580s. It is rich with quirky and fascinating features with ‘witch marks’ on walls, stained glass windows and ornately carved fireplaces. You can also see the dining table where Jane once dined with her brothers and sisters.

The grounds have been restored to the English Landscape style that was popularised by Capability Brown in the late 18th Century. There is a walled garden and also a Fernery and a Shrubbery. There is a unique walking route around the grounds which allows visitors to follow in Jane’s footsteps. You will find signs at iconic spots around the gardens with a quotation from her writings.

You can also explore the wider parkland with a range of walks to follow, these can be downloaded from their website. There is a Parkland I-spy worksheet for kids plus a Parkland Poo trail. They also host a number of annual events, tours and talks.

Further Information Chawton House

Is there food and drink available?

There is a tea room serving food and drinks. You are welcome to bring a picnic.

What are the main things to do?

The house once belonged to Jane Austen’s brother Edward and the library, house and gardens are open to the public. There are toilets and a tea room.

What are the ticket prices?

An adult garden and house ticket costs £10, under 16s are £5 and under 6s are free. Family tickets are available and garden-only tickets are cheaper.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.