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Heritage
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Chawton is proud of its heritage and has tried exceptionally hard to maintain the village as it was in Jane Austen's days. To a large extent, the village remains unaltered to this day.

To continue, please choose from one of the items listed under the heritage menu to the left or from one of the sections below.

  • HMS Chawton   ( 2 Articles )
    Chawton's own warship - The HMS Chawton
  • Village History   ( 8 Articles )

    All sorts of historical information from around the village

  • Jane Austen   ( 1 Article )

    Clearly the link Chawton has with Jane Austen and her family is one of the reasons the village is as popular as it is today. We recieve over 30,000 visitors each year from all around the world, all who have been inspired enough by her works to want to visit the place that inspired such masterpieces.

    The picture shows her former house, which is now a museum. Visitor information is provided here

  • Visitor Information   ( 2 Articles )

    This area provides information to visitors.

    We hope you enjoy your visit.

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  • Beating the bounds
    October 02, 2010 (All Day)

    We will start mid morning from the entrance to Chawton House drive, with lunch at the Greyfriar before the second half of our 11 mile walk.
    It is a fun day out, good exercise too, and a chance to meet your fellow villagers.
    Nearer the date I will confirm...

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