A Very Austen Christmas at the Royal Pavilion
A Very Austen Christmas at the Royal Pavilion
22 November 2025 to 4 January 2026
ROYAL PAVILION
Free with Royal Pavilion admission, members free
Join us this festive season as Jane Austen’s much-loved characters pay a visit to George IV’s Royal Pavilion in search of Christmas cheer.
Enjoy themed Christmas trees, a family-friendly trail, seasonal scents, carols, and costumed characters as the Royal Pavilion is transformed for a Regency-style celebration full of charm, atmosphere, and Austen-inspired delights.
This year’s celebration marks the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth. George IV admired her novels and kept a set in all his residences, though Austen herself was far less impressed and only dedicated her 1816 novel Emma to him out of obligation. Now their worlds meet once more as Austen arrives at the Royal Pavilion for a glittering ball, facing an important decision that could change everything.
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Jane Austen themed programme of events
Jane Austen at Christmas – In Conversation
Friday 28 November
ROYAL PAVILION, Music Room
7pm
£25 (Members £20)
Jane Austen at Christmas in conversation between Zack Pinsent & Dr Hillary Burlock.
Book tickets for Jane Austen at Christmas – In Conversation
Austen Christmas Cream Tea
Wednesday 10 December
ROYAL PAVILON, King William IV Room
2pm and 4pm sittings
£30, (Members £25) including Royal Pavilion admission
This Christmas, explore the Royal Pavilion and its Jane Austen inspired decorations, followed by a luxury Cream Tea with a touch of Regency elegance and a spoonful of Austen gossip.
Book tickets for Austen Christmas Cream Tea
Jane Austen & Brighton – with Alexandra Loske
Tuesday 16 December
ROYAL PAVILON, King William IV Room
6pm – 7pm
£25 (Members £20)
Join Dr Alexandra Loske in the beautiful King William IV Room on the 250th anniversary of the birth of Jane Austen to hear about the connection between one of our greatest writers, and one of our greatest towns.
Book tickets for Jane Austen & Brighton – with Alexandra Loske
Regency Delights: A Very Austen Christmas Tours
Sundays 7, 14, and 21 December
ROYAL PAVILON
2pm
£25 (includes a single-day pass to the Royal Pavilion), £10 for members and annual pass holders
Mr. Henry Adams of Regency Delights will escort you through the festive splendours enjoyed in the age of Miss Jane Austen.
Book tickets for Regency Delights: A Very Austen Christmas Tours
