Guided tour and talk of St Mary's Church, Overton, focusing on Jane Austen's time
Church Road, Overton, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG25 3HF
Jane Austen's brother, James, became curate at Overton in 1790, near to his family home at Steventon, 2.5miles away. Jane Austen's father, who was rector of Steventon, also took services at St. Mary's church.
Learn about this beautiful church and some of the people who are connected with it.
Timings & Tours
- Sunday 14 September:
- Starting at 15:00pm
Location & directions
Church Road, Overton, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG25 3HF
- Directions:
- Train: Overton is on the London Waterloo to Exeter line, see www.nationalrail.co.uk Car: Limited parking available opposite Church. Alternative parking available at Overton Hill Car Park OS Grid Ref: SU 51749 49671 ///crusher.fabricate.huddle (what3words) Bus: 76 and 86, www.stagecoachbus.com
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Pre-booking is required.
- Booking contact name:
- Hampshire History Trust
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking website:
- https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/hampshire-history-trust
- Booking opens:
- 08 Aug 2025 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 10 Sep 2025 12:00 AM
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 30
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)
