A talk on Jane Austen's early Hampshire Life
Overton Community Centre, High Street, Overton, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG25 3HB
Overton, Steventon and surrounding villages were the world Jane Austen knew for the first 25 years of her life, and inspiration for her novels. This close-knit Hampshire community shaped one of the most beloved authors in English literature and through our trails and research we continue to bring her world to life today.
3.30pm Talk 'Jane Austen's early Hampshire Life; exploring a community that shaped her'.
See also separate HODs events on 12th & 13th September 2026, based at or starting from Overton Community Centre.
Timings
- Saturday 12 September:
- 1530
Location & directions
Overton Community Centre, High Street, Overton, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG25 3HB
- Directions:
- OS Grid Ref: SU 51500 49676 ///qualify.revives.goofy (what3words) Train: Overton is on the London Waterloo to Exeter train line, see www.nationalrail.co.uk. There is a 20-25 minute walk from the Station to the Community Centre. There is no public transport available at Overton Railway Station. Car Parking can be found at the car park on Overton Hill OS Grid Ref: SU 51749 49671 ///crusher.fabricate.huddle (what3words) Bus: the number 76 bus runs between Basingstoke and Andover. The number 86 bus runs between East Oakley and Winchester. Both stop on the High Street outside/opposite the Community Centre. See www.stagecoachbus.com.
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Disabled parking bays are available on Winchester Street and High Street.
Additional information
Refreshments can be purchased on site and in Overton village.
- Max number of people:
- 60
- Estimated duration:
- 1 hour(s)
