Regency Remixed - An Austen-tatious summer
Schedule
Sat Aug 16 2025 at 11:00 am to 04:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Festival Way, RG21 7LJ Basingstoke, United Kingdom | Basingstoke, EN
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Step back in time this summer as Festival Place celebrates 250 years of Jane Austen — with a modern-day twist!📍 Where? Porchester Square, Festival Place (outside M&S)
📅 When? Activities every Wednesday and Saturday in August 11am - 4pm
Explore our Regency Remixed Garden — a playful installation inspired by Austen’s wit, romance, and the glamour of Georgian Basingstoke. Did you know Jane once danced right here in town?
✨ What’s On?
• Snap a photo in our stunning Austen-inspired frame
• Follow our Regency Trail around the centre - collect a stamp at each stop - what word do they spell?
• Drop your entry at the Customer Lounge for a chance to win a Jane Austen prize bundle from Waterstones, Vue cinema tickets & a £50 Wimpy voucher
• Enjoy creative workshops and performances every Wednesday and Saturday, 11am - 4pm.
• Look out for surprises from local retailers throughout the month!
📍 Trail maps are available from the Customer Lounge (opposite Starbucks on the Upper Level) – collect yours and let the adventure begin. The trail is running every day throughout August.
👒 Whether you're a die-hard Austenite or just here for the bonnets and books, there’s something to delight every age.
Join us this August for a summer of stories, workshops, and Regency-style fun. Launching on August 2 with a Terrific Tea Dance!
Because some stories never go out of style.
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Where is it happening?
Festival Way, RG21 7LJ Basingstoke, United Kingdom, Basingstoke, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
