Explore the Literary Legacy at Jane Austen's House
Visit Jane Austen's House in Chawton to immerse yourself in the world of the beloved author and explore her remarkable literary legacy.
Discover the charm of Jane Austen's House in Chawton, once home to the beloved author. Immerse yourself in her world and explore her legacy through exhibits and beautiful gardens.
A brief summary to Jane Austen's House
- Winchester Rd, Alton, Chawton, GU34 1SD, GB
- +44142083262
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-4 pm
- Thursday 10 am-4 pm
- Friday 10 am-4 pm
- Saturday 10 am-4 pm
- Sunday 10 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Book your tickets online in advance to avoid long queues, especially during peak tourist season.
- Don't miss the beautiful gardens; they're perfect for a relaxing stroll and photo opportunities.
- Check the museum's schedule for special events or literary talks that may coincide with your visit.
- Plan to spend at least a couple of hours to fully enjoy the exhibits and the surrounding area.
Getting There
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Walking
From Windsor town center, head towards the Windsor & Eton Central railway station. Once you reach the station, take the South West Trains service towards Alton. The journey takes approximately 25 minutes. Once you arrive at Alton station, exit the station and turn right onto Station Road. Continue straight for about 0.5 miles until you reach the crossroads. At the crossroads, turn left onto Winchester Road (A31). Continue on Winchester Road for about 1 mile, and you'll find Jane Austen's House on your right at Winchester Rd, Chawton, Alton GU34 1SD.
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Public Transport
From Windsor, make your way to the Windsor & Eton Central railway station. Purchase a ticket for the South West Trains service to Alton. After approximately 25 minutes, you will arrive at Alton station. Once you exit the station, walk right onto Station Road and proceed straight for about 0.5 miles until you reach the junction. Turn left onto Winchester Road (A31) and walk for about 1 mile. Jane Austen's House will be on your right side at Winchester Rd, Chawton, Alton GU34 1SD.
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