Join us for a day of elegance, wit, and Regency charm as we mark 250 years since the birth of Jane Austen. Set against the stunning backdrop of Lyme Park – famously featured as Pemberley in the BBC’s Pride and Prejudice – this special celebration will include:
- Author talks exploring Austen’s life, works, and enduring legacy
- Regency dancing with live demonstrations
- Fancy dress – come in your finest Regency attire (or admire those who do!)
- Book stall brimming with Austen novels, biographies, and inspired works
- NEW: Embroidery workshop with Abigail Rose Creative
… and more surprises throughout the day.
Whether you’re a devoted Janeite or simply curious to step back in time, this will be a day of literature, laughter, and lively conversation.
Prepare your bonnets, dust off your dancing slippers, and join us to honour one of the most beloved authors in English literature.
Spend a day immersed in books and conversation at Lyme House, where all author events will be held in the elegant Saloon and atmospheric Chapel.
We’re delighted to welcome four outstanding authors:
Sophie Andrews - The Ultimate Jane Austen Quiz Book
Amelia Blackwell - A Crime Through Time
Professor Ros Ballaster - Jane Austen’s Fashion Bible
Jess Shannon - Cleaner
Serenity Booksellers' co-owner, Kelly will be hosting a talk on Jane Austen's life, works and adaptations that have influenced us all, and her personally as a book seller for many years. Co-owner, Chris will be hosting a Jane Austen quiz where there will be some fabulous Austen goodies to be won!
More details about each author and their books on the ticket link here.
Each author will appear twice during the day - once in the morning and again in the afternoon - so you won’t miss a thing.
Your ticket includes a copy of the featured author’s book, and entrance into the house and grounds. *
Join us for a day of lively talks, literary insight, and the chance to meet the authors behind the stories - all in the beautiful setting of Lyme House.
*may still incur parking charges, see Lyme Park website for details.
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