Drop in and Write!
Jane Austen's House Learning Centre, Chawton · 7 November 2026
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A free drop-in creative writing session takes place on 7 November 2026 from 11am to 1pm in the Learning Centre behind Jane Austen's House in Chawton. Pens, paper, a reference library and tea and coffee are provided. No booking is needed, so the session suits anyone wanting a quiet morning to write.
Highlights
- Free drop-in session, no booking needed
- Pens, paper, reference library and tea and coffee provided
- Held in the Learning Centre behind Jane Austen's House, Chawton
Getting there
Jane Austen's House Learning Centre, GU34 1SD
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Nearby
Persuasion Trail
A free trail through Jane Austen's House in Chawton, based on the novel Persuasion, runs daily from 1 October to 15 November 2026. Objects in different rooms relate to scenes and characters from the book, including portrait miniatures and a copy of the Navy List. It suits families and is included with House admission or an Annual Pass, so booking a date and time slot is required.
Austen's Music Miniatures
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Quiet Visit: Relaxed Early Opening
Jane Austen's House in Chawton holds a relaxed early-morning opening on 30 October 2026, from 9am to 10am. Capacity is reduced, screens and audio are switched off, and family friendly activities are offered. Booking is needed by emailing the venue to say which experience you need, so it suits families and visitors who prefer a calmer visit.