
Regency House Tour
Gilbert White’s House & Garden
As part of Alton’s Regency Week we invite you to a private tour of Gilbert White’s House.
By the time Austen was living in the area Gilbert White was the most famous author of the area. Our Regency guide will show you around the writer’s home, whilst telling you all baout White’s life and times, as well as the places and people he had in common with Austen.
Who talks of rational delight }
When Selbourne’s Hill appears in sight }
And does not think of Gilbert White? }
From ‘Selbourne Hanger’ by James Austen
Date: Friday 26th June
Times: 15:00-16:00
Price: Free with garden admission