Follow in Jane Austen’s Footsteps this September at The Francis Hotel in Bath
As Bath prepares to mark the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth with its most impressive Jane Austen festival to date, the Grade I listed Francis Hotel invites guests to step back in time with a celebration of its own Georgian roots.
Held annually in Bath, the Jane Austen Festival is the largest and longest-running Austen celebration in the world, attracting over 3,500 visitors each year across ten days of Regency-themed events including costumed promenades, theatrical performances, dances, talks and immersive tours. In order to mark the occasion, visitors will experience a landmark programme running from 12th - 21st September.
Situated on Queen Square, where Austen once stayed in 1799, The Francis Hotel offers an immersive experience for admirers of the famed author. The hotel is also just a few minutes walk from the Jane Austen Centre, offering the perfect base for festival-goers seeking history and an unforgettable setting for their Austen-inspired stay.
To further enhance the experience, The Francis Hotel has launched the “Explore Bath” package, perfect for Jane Austen enthusiasts. This two-night stay includes tickets to both the recently restored Georgian townhouse museum No.1 Royal Crescent and The Jane Austen Centre. After a day of exploring the city’s rich Regency history, guests are invited to relax and unwind at Bath’s most historic hotel – one of the first Georgian buildings to be built in the city. Each morning, guests can enjoy a delicious breakfast in the recently launched Emberwood restaurant before discovering the nearby locations that bring the period to life, all less than a 10-minute walk away.
The Francis Hotel is currently undergoing a multi-million-pound renovation, which is being led by acclaimed design practice 3D Reid. The hotel’s transformation will celebrate the hotel's rich heritage, blending contemporary style with Georgian-inspired interiors, reflecting the world that Jane Austen once wrote about.
For Jane Austen fans, this year’s festival offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience, with the Francis Hotel promising a stay that is as enchanting as the stories in her beloved novels.
