All entertainment is included in your garden ticket, unless stated.
Talks have limited capacity and places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
The timetable may be subject to change, please check the noticeboards on arrival.
Friday 13 June
Talks in The Old Potting Shed - entry included with garden ticket
Talk places are allocated on a first come, first served basis
11am - Servants and Social Class in Jane Austen: Jane Hodson, Head of the School of English and Professor of English Language and Literature
12pm - Chatsworth and the Cavendish Family During the Regency Period, 1795–1837: Alice Martin, Head of Special Projects - The Devonshire Collections
1pm Regency Fashion with Janette Haslam
2pm Be More Austen with author Sophie Andrews
3pm The Real Pemberley: Chatsworth Servants in the time of Jane Austen with Dr Hannah Wallace
Embroidery Workshops in The Hartington - sorry, sold out
A special Chatsworth and Austen-themed embroidery workshop led by Derbyshire-based embroidery artist, Abigail Rose Creative.
Regency Afternoon Tea in the Old Duke's Glasshouse - sorry, sold out
Experience a Regency-inspired afternoon tea in the Old Duke's Glasshouse off the Rose Garden.
Cinema on the South Lawn: Pride and Prejudice (2005) - sorry, sold out.
It's been 20 years since Chatsworth was immortalised on screen as Pemberley (aka Mr Darcy's House), in Joe Wright's adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfayden.
Why not watch it with us on 19 September instead? Learn more.
All day - please see the noticeboard on arrival for timings
Dressing up - Regency style
Don bonnets, breeches and cravats for a photo opp in the garden, available all day.
Pop up Austen - Chatsworth Players
Local amateur dramatic group, The Chatsworth Players, will be staging pop-up performances of scenes from Austen novels in the house and garden throughout the day.
Regency Garden Games
There will also be a selection of garden games popular in the Regency period on the lawns.
Guided Garden Walking Tours
11.30am, 1pm, and 2.30pm
With an expert guide, explore our 105-acre garden and learn about its development from the 1550s to the present day.
Saturday 14 June
Talks in The Old Potting Shed - included with garden tickets
Talk places are allocated on a first come, first served basis
12pm - Chatsworth and the Cavendish Family During the Regency Period, 1795–1837: Alice Martin, Head of Special Projects - The Devonshire Collections
1pm Regency Fashion with Janette Haslam
2pm What Matters in Jane Austen? Professor John Mullan
3pm In search of Mrs Reynolds: Chatsworth’s Housekeepers in the Regency Period and Beyond with Dr Lauren Bell
4pm Be More Austen with author Sophie Andrews
In the Chatsworth Theatre*
1pm & 4pm - Being Mr Wickham - separate ticketed event which includes access to the garden, pre-booking recommended (show running time: 90 minutes)
Star of the BBC's adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, Adrian Lukis, reprises his role as Austen's lovable rake George Wickham to tell his side of the story in this live one-man show. Includes a Q&A session afterwards.
*Unfortunately, the theatre is unsuitable for individuals with mobility issues as it can only be accessed via multiple sets of steep stairs
Embroidery Workshops in The Hartington - sorry, sold out
A special Chatsworth and Austen-themed embroidery workshop led by Derbyshire-based embroidery artist, Abigail Rose Creative.
Regency Afternoon Tea in the Old Duke's Glasshouse - sorry, sold out
includes garden access, pre-booking essential, additional charge applies.
Experience a Regency-inspired afternoon tea in the Old Duke's Glasshouse off the Rose Garden.
Cinema on the South Lawn: Pride and Prejudice (2005) - sorry, sold out
It's been 20 years since Chatsworth was immortalised on screen as Pemberley (aka Mr Darcy's House), in Joe Wright's adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfayden.
Why not watch it with us on 19 September? Learn more.
Pride and Prejudice Summer Ball - sorry, sold out
pre-booking essential, additional charge applies
Don gowns and breeches and step into Jane Austen's classic novel for a summer evening of Regency dancing and dinner.
In the Garden
'Austen: Lost & Found' - The Natural Theatre Company
Performances at 1.30pm, 2pm, 2.30pm, 3pm & 3.30pm
A story that Jane Austen didn't write (but could have done) is brought to life in this comedic promenade performance taking place in the garden.
On the 250th anniversary of her birth, another 'lost' Jane Austen novel has been unearthed at Pemberley. Meddling Mrs Bentley is seeking husbands for her spinster daughters, and the audience is invited to get involved and help them secure an advantageous marriage. Expect some recognisable plotlines, familiar characters and just a little bit of nonsense as you immerse yourself in wooing, weeping and wagers as this joyful story comes to life around you.
Guided Garden Walking Tours
Starting 11.30am, 1pm, and 2.30pm
With an expert guide, explore our 105-acre garden and learn about its development from the 1550s to the present day.
All day - please see the noticeboard on arrival for timings
Lisa Timbs: The Square Pianist
Pianist Lisa Timbs will be playing music from the Regency era in the house at various times during the day.
Dressing up - Regency style
Don bonnets, breeches and cravats for a photo opp in the garden, available all day.
Pop up Austen - Chatsworth Players
Local amateur dramatic group, The Chatsworth Players, will be staging pop-up performances of scenes from Austen novels in the house and garden throughout the day.
Regency Garden Games
There will also be a selection of garden games popular in the Regency period on the lawns.
Sunday 15 June
Talks in The Old Potting Shed - included with garden tickets
Talk places are allocated on a first come, first served basis
11am - What Matters in Jane Austen? Professor John Mullan
Professor John Mullan holds the Lord Northcliffe Chair of Modern English Literature at University College, London. He is a specialist in eighteenth-century literature.
12pm - Chatsworth and the Cavendish Family During the Regency Period, 1795–1837: Alice Martin, Head of Special Projects - The Devonshire Collections
1pm - Regency Fashion with Janette Haslam
2pm - Be More Jane with author Sophie Andrews
3pm - In search of Mrs Reynolds: Chatsworth’s Housekeepers in the Regency Period and Beyond with Dr Lauren Bell
In the Chatsworth Theatre*
1pm & 4pm - Being Mr Wickham - separate ticketed event includes garden access, pre-booking recommended (show running time: 90 minutes),
Star of the BBC's adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, Adrian Lukis, reprises his role as Austen's lovable rake George Wickham to tell his side of the story in this live one-man show. Includes a Q&A session afterwards.
*Unfortunately, the theatre is unsuitable for individuals with mobility issues as it can only be accessed via multiple sets of steep stairs
Embroidery Workshops in The Hartington - sorry, sold out
A special Chatsworth and Austen-themed embroidery workshop led by Derbyshire-based embroidery artist, Abigail Rose Creative.
Regency Afternoon Tea in the Old Duke's Glasshouse - sorry, sold out
Experience a Regency-inspired afternoon tea in the Old Duke's Glasshouse off the Rose Garden.
In the garden
11.30am, 1.30pm and 3.30pm - Regency Dancing
The Anne Lister Regency Dancers will be performing in the garden
'Austen: Lost & Found' - The Natural Theatre Company
Performances at 1.30pm, 2pm, 2.30pm, 3pm & 3.30pm
A story that Jane Austen didn't write (but could have done) is brought to life in this comedic promenade performance taking place in the garden.
On the 250th anniversary of her birth, another 'lost' Jane Austen novel has been unearthed at Pemberley. Meddling Mrs Bentley is seeking husbands for her spinster daughters, and the audience is invited to get involved and help them secure an advantageous marriage. Expect some recognisable plotlines, familiar characters and just a little bit of nonsense as you immerse yourself in wooing, weeping and wagers as this joyful story comes to life around you.
Guided Garden Walking Tours
Starting 11.30am, 1pm, and 2.30pm
With an expert guide, explore our 105-acre garden and learn about its development from the 1550s to the present day.
All day - please see below or check the noticeboard on arrival for timings
Lisa Timbs: The Square Pianist
Pianist Lisa Timbs will be playing music from the Regency era in the house at various times during the day.
Dressing up - Regency style
Don bonnets, breeches and cravats for a photo opportunity in the garden, available all day.
Pop up Austen - Chatsworth Players
Local amateur dramatic group, The Chatsworth Players, will be staging pop-up performances of scenes from Austen novels in the house and garden throughout the day.
Regency Garden Games
There will also be a selection of garden games popular in the Regency period on the lawns.
Go back to Celebrating Jane Austen.
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Please note: Please be aware that for technical, operational or safety reasons, some facilities may be removed or closed, or entertainment and event timetables cancelled and/or altered at any time, including at short notice. Chatsworth reserves the right to change the programme of attractions and entertainment if, at any time, it is deemed necessary or appropriate to do so, this may also include closing attractions or areas of the estate. We apologise in advance for any disappointment caused should this need arise.
