Celebrate Jane Austen’s Legacy at The Gainsborough Bath Spa with Exclusive Regency Event

Published on November 20, 2025

The Gainsborough Bath Spa, a luxury hotel located in the heart of Bath, has extended its partnership with Strictly Jane Austen Tours, a division of ECT Travel, for several exciting Regency-inspired events. Following the success of this year’s 250th anniversary celebrations of Jane Austen’s birth, the collaboration will continue into December 2025, bringing the Regency era to life during the festive season, and again in Spring and Autumn 2026.

The Strictly Jane Austen programme will be hosting two immersive days of dance, literary discussions, and Yuletide cheer at The Gainsborough Bath Spa. These special events will take place on 4th and 5th December 2025, offering guests an enchanting opportunity to experience the charm and elegance of the Regency period. Starting at just £90 per person, attendees can participate in a Regency dance workshop led by Jane Austen expert Theresa Roche, enjoy a captivating lecture titled “An Austen Family Christmas” by renowned Austen scholar and author Dr Gabrielle Malcolm, and indulge in a Regency-inspired Afternoon Tea with fizz.

This collaboration highlights Bath’s longstanding association with Jane Austen, who spent much of her life in the city and drew much inspiration from its surroundings for her beloved novels. The Gainsborough Bath Spa and Strictly Jane Austen Tours have curated these events to give Austen enthusiasts and history lovers an authentic glimpse into the world of the Regency period.

Regency-Inspired Immersive Experiences for 2026

In addition to the festive events of December 2025, The Gainsborough Bath Spa and Strictly Jane Austen will offer two extended six-day Regency experiences in 2026. These events will take place from 27th April – 2nd May and 26th – 31st October 2026, ideal for those looking to immerse themselves fully in the Regency era.

Prices for these longer stays begin at £2,275 per person and include expert-led talks, guided tours, creative workshops, and evening Regency-inspired entertainment. Guests will have the opportunity to attend lectures from leading Austen scholars, including discussions about Austen’s works and life in Bath. One of the standout experiences is a Regency embroidery workshop led by historian and needlewoman Alison Larkin, providing guests with hands-on knowledge of the period’s intricate needlework techniques.

Additionally, guests will enjoy Regency dance workshops with piped music, an integral part of the period’s social life, and guided visits to iconic Austen-inspired locations in and around Bath. One of the highlights of these experiences will be a guided visit to the Jane Austen House Museum in Chawton, Hampshire, where guests can walk through the rooms where Austen wrote some of her most famous works.

Regency Events in Bath: A Must-Visit for Jane Austen Fans

The continued collaboration between The Gainsborough Bath Spa and Strictly Jane Austen offers a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience the charm of Bath during the Regency era. The city of Bath itself is a living museum of Austen’s life, and these events give participants the chance to immerse themselves in the rich cultural and literary history of the time.

Bath is home to many of the settings and themes that inspired Austen’s novels, including the beautiful Georgian architecture, the Royal Crescent, and the Assembly Rooms, which feature prominently in her work. For Austen fans, there is no better way to experience the spirit of her novels than through a series of thoughtfully curated events designed to engage the mind, body, and imagination.

The Regency workshops and tours at The Gainsborough Bath Spa also provide an opportunity for participants to discover Bath’s connection to Jane Austen on a deeper level. Visitors can explore the city’s well-preserved Georgian buildings and learn about the historical significance of each site, bringing Austen’s life and work into sharper focus.

A Perfect Blend of Luxury and Literary History

The Gainsborough Bath Spa is well-known for its 5-star hotels and is well suited for these Regency Events. Guests are able to experience the history of Bath and modern luxury with the hotels and spas complete with thermal bath and wellness treatments for and inspired by the city’s history with spas.

Furthermore the hotel is in a prime location and is within walking distance of the city’s prominent sites such as the Jane Austen Centre where one can gain insight to the author and her life in Bath. During the Stay at the Strictly Jane Austen Events, Guests are able to walk and see the lovely streets and visit the city’s many museums’ and relax in the city’s energetic ambiance and beautiful scenery.