A warm welcome if you are thinking of planning a group visit to The Jane Austen Centre. Group visits are organised by our dedicated Groups Manager Holly.
A group in our Talk Room
Our service is bespoke. Be it KS1 or HE, special interest, WI or Probus, we will tailor-make your perfect visit from the 4 options listed below. Lots of groups combine these options to make their visit suit their individual requirements. Our dedicated Group Organiser Holly Newtonwill be happy to help you plan the perfect schedule for your group. Out of hours group visits are also available.
Trying on the top hats and bonnets
Option 1 – A Centre only visit – allow 1 hour.
Option 2 - A Walking Tour of ‘Jane Austen’s Bath’ – allow 1 hour 30 mins.
Option 3 – Dressing up in bonnets and hats with the chance to take photographs (available for small groups of up to 10) – add 30 minutes.
Option 4 – Taking traditional tea and refreshments in the Regency Tea Rooms – add 1 hour.
Adults £6.70, Concessions £5.35, Children £3.80
If you would like to book a free ‘Group Visits’ familiarisation trip please contact Holly – holly’at’janeausten.co.uk.
*Easy coach drop-off just 50 metres from front door. Map link
Special Offer! Why not pre-order your ‘Group Visits’ goody bags worth £5 for just £3 each and ensure your group has some memorable souvenirs to take away – goody bag includes: 2 postcards, a pencil, a fridge magnet, a Mr Darcy sticker and a leaflet.
New – Downloadable Resources. Group Visits support material such as Quizzes, Crosswords, scavenger hunts and a Risk Assessment to enhance your visit.
Jane Austen Centre Visit
Your Jane Austen experience begins with a warm welcome and introductory talk from one of our knowledgeable and experienced guides. The introduction takes place on the first floor of this attractive Georgian town house, in a classically decorated period room. Following the talk your group is shown to our exhibition where their visit continues, unguided, at their own pace and finishes in our well-stocked giftshop. If there are any questions on Jane Austen or Bath our guides, who are always close at hand, will be very happy to answer them.
Walking Tours of Jane Austen’s Bath
There is nothing that our specialist walking tour guides like better than to show off our beautiful Georgian city to interested visitors. Let us take you to places mentioned in Jane Austen’s letters and her novels, Northanger Abbey and Persuasion. Perhaps a more general history of Bath is required; whatever your group’s wishes we have the tour for you. With our private walks you can specify the focus, time and duration of the tour to suit your group and schedule.
The Regency Tea Rooms
If your visit is more leisurely you may like to enjoy some refreshments in our lovely Regency Tea Rooms on the second floor. Serving real leaf tea, home made cakes and light snacks. The Tea Room Manager and her friendly team will be delighted to welcome you.
Special ‘Out of Hours’ Visits
For larger groups of 45 or more, for your comfort, we recommend out of normal hours visiting, of either before 9.45am in summer (11am in Winter) or after 4.30pm.By arrangement, in the evening we can accommodate groups who have the added bonus of exclusive use of the Centre. We can also arrange out of hours special interest talks; previous events have included musical evenings with light supper, demonstrations on tea making, costumes and the language of the fan. Prices for bespoke events are available on application.
School and Further Education group visits
We can cater for most ages and abilities of students. We will tailor our introductory talks to suit your group’s educational needs and provide quizzes and education packs. Whichever novel is being studied it is bound to be the favourite of one of our guides. For a really excellent Jane Austen experience how about including a walking tour with a visit to the centre. Our Northanger Abbey or Persuasion walk is an ideal way of bringing the novels to life.
Dressing Up
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be an Elizabeth Bennet or a Mr Darcy? We are now offering small groups the chance to try on bonnets and hats and take some photographs to remind you of your visit! One of our favourite group visits.
Facts and Figures
- There is a convenient coach drop off in nearby Queen Square
- Maximum group size for Centre Visit is 50
- Discounted tickets apply to groups of 12 or more booked in advance
- Walking tours usually last 90 minutes but can be tailored to suit the group
- The Regency Tea Rooms can accommodate groups up to 25 pax
- Payment in advance by credit card, cheque or cash. Tour Company Vouchers are also acceptable.
For more information, group rates and booking please contact Holly Newton on:
44 (0)1225 443000 Ex. 207 or Fax: 44 (0)1225 443018, or e-mail: holly ‘at’ janeausten.co.uk
