A guided tour and talk in St Mary's Church Grade II* listed, Overton. This event will focus on architectural and historical points of interest from Jane Austen's time particularly when her brother James Austen was curate at St Mary's.

Jane Austen's brother, James, became curate at Overton in 1790, near to his family home at Steventon, 2.5miles away. Jane Austen's father, who was rector of Steventon, also took services at St. Mary's church.

Learn about this beautiful church and some of the people who are connected with it.

Timings & Tours 

Sunday 14 September: Starting at 3pm

Location & directions 

Directions: Train: Overton is on the London Waterloo to Exeter line, see www.nationalrail.co.uk Car: Limited parking available opposite Church. Alternative parking available at Overton Hill Car Park OS Grid Ref: SU 51749 49671 ///crusher.fabricate.huddle (what3words) Bus: 76 and 86, www.stagecoachbus.com

Booking information 

Pre-booking requirement: Pre-booking required

Booking opens: 08 Aug 2025 12:00 AM

Booking closes: 10 Sep 2025 12:00 AM

Max no of people per tour: 30

Est. tour duration: 1 hours