01/09/2025
A day of elegance, wit, and Regency charm!
Join us as we mark 250 years since the birth of beloved author and quiet revolutionary 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
… 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.
We’re delighted to welcome four outstanding authors:
Sophie Andrews - The Ultimate Jane Austen Quiz Book
Professor Ros Ballaster - Jane Austen’s Fashion Bible
Amelia Blackwell - A Crime Through Time
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.
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 our events page.
Your ticket includes a copy of the featured author’s book, and entrance into the house and grounds. *
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.
Tickets through the link in comments or at the counters in the bookshops.
