Workshop - Bonnet or Turban - Jane Austen Festival, Bath
2023-09-11 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | John Wood Room, The Francis Hotel, Bath, BA1 2HH, United Kingdom
Create your own Bonnet or Turban to complete your Regency look!
Under supervision, on a vintage sewing machine, create your own vintage style bonnet or turban to match your regency dress.
Materials, embellishments and expert guidance will be provided in this fun 3 hour workshop.
Choose between either a straw, fabric bonnet or a turban.
Please contact us for for further information and pre selection of fabrics and colourways.
Cream Tea Included!

Workshop - Reticules - Jane Austen Festival, Bath
2023-09-11 14:00 - 17:00, 2023-09-12 10:00 - 13:00 | John Wood Room, The Francis Hotel, Bath, BA1 2HH, United Kingdom
Create your own Reticule to complete your Regency look!
Under supervision, on a vintage sewing machine, create your own vintage style reticule to match your regency dress.
Materials, embellishments and expert guidance will be provided in this fun 3 hour workshop.
Please contact us for for further information and pre selection of fabrics and colourways.
Cream Tea Included!

Workshop - Language of the Fan - Jane Austen Festival, Bath
2023-09-11 15:00 - 16:00, 2023-09-12 15:00 - 16:00 | John Wood Room, The Francis Hotel, Bath, BA1 2HH, United Kingdom
During the late C18th and early C19th the fan becomes an ideal instrument of communication in an age in which freedom of speech for women was absolutely restricted.
The main gestures and their respective meanings that together configured what was known as the ‘language of the fan’.
Under the guidance of the Queen of Hearts, develop your fan skills, learn to talk with your eyes and remember, subtle actions speak louder than words.
Tea Included!

*Fan included!

Workshop - Feather Hairclips or Masquerade Mask - Jane Austen Festival, Bath
2023-09-12 14:00 - 17:00 | John Wood Room, The Francis Hotel, Bath, BA1 2HH, United Kingdom
Create your own Feather Hairclip or Masquerade Mask to complete your Regency look!
Our very own seamstress Sylvia will be hosting the workshops and providing expert guidance.
All materials included.
Cream Tea Included!

Ladies & Gentlemen on Parade
2023-09-13 13:45 - 17:36 | Parade House, Fore Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8HQ, United Kingdom
Ladies On Parade
1.45pm (return 5.36pm)
Meet: Outside taxi rank entrance of Bath Spa Train Station, BA1 1SU
Enjoy a unique Regency Costumed afternoon at one of Wiltshire’s finest Georgian buildings. Dressed in your Regency finery you will be escorted by Mr Darcy on a short train journey through the beautiful scenic countryside to the magnificent Parade House in Trowbridge.
Your ticket includes return travel, a private history tour of the house, a delicious Champagne Afternoon Cream Tea in the grand Ballroom, Regency Parlour Games, and a special Workshop on the Language of The Fan instructed by none other The Queen of Hearts.
Tickets £105 (own costume) from enquiries@baththeatrical.com or by booking here.

Jane Austen International Film Festival, Bath
2023-09-14 - 2023-09-16 | The Little Theatre, St Michael's Place, Bath, BA1 1SG, United Kingdom
Full Information Available Here.
This is a festival for independent filmmakers who produce works in the following genres: animation, art-house, comedy, documentary, drama: including historical/costume drama, experimental, extended shorts, horror, LGBTQ+ and music video. (Music videos should have an artistic or experimental flair)
The festival is named after Jane Austen because of her great storytelling and her connection to the city of Bath, England where the festival takes place. It’s not only historical and costume dramas we accept but all genres of short and feature films are welcome. We are looking for the most exciting and innovative storytelling, films that challenge and inspire audiences.
The Jane Austen International Film Festival is a competitive independent festival held annually in Jane Austen’s splendid Georgian city of Bath, England. We celebrate global independent filmmaking with ambitious programming, creating enriching screening experiences. During the festival we encourage networking and aim to give everyone an entertaining and enjoyable festival experience.
The Jane Austen International Film Festival is named after the famous English novelist Jane Austen (1775 – 1817) who resided for many years in the city of Bath and is known primarily for the major novels; Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, Mansfield Park, Emma, Northanger Abbey and Persuasion.
What sets us apart from most other film festivals is our dedication to view every film submitted from start to finish. We believe it is imperative to view films in their entirety in order to make a fair and careful selection during the nomination process.
All screenings will take place in the historical, grade II listed, Little Theatre Cinema, located in the centre of the Georgian city of Bath
Our aim is to provide not only a memorable cinematic experience for audiences but also an enriching festival event for independent filmmakers. We are looking for the most exciting and innovative storytelling in these different genres, films that challenge and inspire audiences. Our festival is more than just a screening space, it is an opportunity to meet like-minded people and help bridge the gap between audiences and film creators.
Our focus on short-form filmmaking stems from an appreciation of the unique position short-form storytelling occupies within the cinematic universe. These films are generally harder to access and have difficulties reaching larger audiences. However, their position outside of mainstream cinema and their abbreviated length allow the filmmakers more experimentation and artistic freedom.
The JAIFF selection committee is made up of international industry professionals and the festival founders. The festival judges are high standing industry professionals.
The maximum running time for Art-House, Animation, Experimental, Comedy, Drama and Horror film is 15 minutes.
There is a 5 minute time limit for music videos and up to 30 minute time limit for Documentaries. 16-30 minutes for extended short films.
Notifications for all nominated films will be announced via email, FilmFreeway, website and our social media on August 7th August 2023.
Filmmakers who are nominated, and whose films are part of the official selection for screening at our cinema, should provide a DCP version of their film on a USB stick. However, we are able to accept downloads for films in other formats such as MP4 and MOV. We can accept a DCP download for short films providing the file size is not excessive.
Digital downloads must be received by 28/08/2023.
DCP USB sticks must be received by 01/09/2023.
Award winners will be selected and announced at our festival gala award evening and online at social media outlets at a later time.
The awards will ONLY be given on the Gala Award Evening, each film should have its representative; producer, director, etc., present to receive an award.
The Jane Austen International Film Festival is held during the world famous Jane Austen Festival; 14th, 15th & 16th September, 2023.
Festival passes will be available to purchase from August 7th 2023.
You may wish to arrive in Bath some days before the Film Festival in order to enjoy some of the activities on offer.
We encourage all attendees to dress in Regency costume, particularly for the Gala Award evening. Costumes can be hired in advance and collected at the festival. If Regency costume isn’t for you then please dress in elegant evening attire.

Regency Cream Tea - Parade House
2023-10-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Parade House, Fore Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8HQ, United Kingdom
Regency Costumes Available for Hire

Event Details
Starts at 4:00PM

Location
Parade House Trowbridge, Parade House, BA14 8HQ

Jane Austen Birthday Ball - Alton
2024-01-13 19:00 - 23:30 | Alton Assembly Rooms, 3-5 High Street, Alton, GU34 1TL, United Kingdom
Regency Costumes Available for Hire

Jane Austen Birthday Ball Alton

Saturday, 13/01/2024 | 19:00

Alton Assembly Rooms | 3-5 High Street, ALTON, GU34 1TL

Exclusive Access to Our Sale- Invitation Only
2024-01-20 - 2024-01-22 | Bath Theatrical Costume Hire, United Kingdom
Exclusive access to our sale on 20th January to 21st January for all those who received the newsletter and are part of any theatrical group.
You’ll find ex hire costumes and a huge selection of Vintage clothing and accessories.
The sale will take place at Bath Theatrical Costume Hire, Unit 8 Wallbridge Industrial Estate, Frome, BA11 5JZ
Saturday 20th – Sunday 21st – 10am – 4pm

Costume & Vintage Sale, Glastonbury
2024-01-30 10:00 - 16:00 | Assembly Rooms, Glastonbury, High St, Glastonbury, BA6 9DU, United Kingdom
Our sale is going on the road!
Join us in Glastonbury on Tuesday 30th January for our annual sale.
You’ll find ex hire costumes and a huge selection of Vintage clothing and accessories.
10am – 4pm @ The Assembly Rooms of Glastonbury

Costume & Vintage Sale, Odd Down Sports Centre, Bath
2024-02-02 10:00 - 16:00 | Odd Down Sports Ground, Bath, BA2 2PR, United Kingdom
Our sale is going on the road!
Join us in Bath on Friday 2nd February for our annual sale.
You’ll find ex hire costumes and a huge selection of Vintage clothing and accessories.
10am – 4pm @ Odd Down Sports Ground

World Book Day
2024-03-07
Need accessories for your kids for World Book Day? We have plenty! Wands, hats and much much more.
If you’re a teacher, we can help kit you out in the perfect costume!

Costume & Vintage Sale
2024-03-16 - 2024-03-17 | Bath Theatrical Costume Hire, United Kingdom
Join us from 19th – 20th March for the final few days of our sale. You’ll find ex hire costumes and a huge selection of Vintage clothing and accessories.
The sale will take place at Bath Theatrical Costume Hire, Unit 8 Wallbridge Industrial Estate, Frome, BA11 5JZ
Saturday 16th – Sunday 17th March – 10am – 4pm

Can’t make it? Don’t worry, our sale will continue in Bath on the 21st and 22nd March!
See our Bath sale event for more information.

Costume & Vintage Sale Locksbrook Campus, Bath Spa University
2024-03-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Locksbrook Campus, Bath Spa University, Locksbrook Road, Bath, BA1 3EL, United Kingdom
Our sale is going on the road again!
Join us in Bath on Thursday 21st March.
You’ll find ex hire costumes and a huge selection of Vintage clothing and accessories.
10am – 4pm @ The Locksbrook Campus, Bath Spa University, Locksbrook Rd, Bath BA1 3EL

Costume & Vintage Sale, University of Bath - Students' Union
2024-03-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Student Union – University of Bath, The SU University of Bath, Claverton Down,, Bath, BA2 7AY, United Kingdom
Our sale is going on the road again!
Join us in Bath on Friday 22nd March for our annual sale.
You’ll find ex hire costumes and a huge selection of Vintage clothing and accessories.
10am – 4pm @ at the Students’ Union, University of Bath, Norwood House, Claverton Down, Bath BA2 7AY

The Bath 18th Century Ball
2024-03-23 19:30 - 23:00 | Guildhall, Bath, Guildhall, Bath, United Kingdom
The Bath Minuet Company Ball is being held on Saturday 23rd March 2024.
Get in touch with us to hire your 18th Century costume! Prices are £72.00 and include wigs and accessories.

Studio 2 Launch
2024-03-24 - 2024-03-25 | Bath Theatrical Costume Hire, United Kingdom
DETAILS TBC

Early Bird Offer - Costume Hire - Jane Austen Festival Bath
2024-05-01 - 2024-07-31 | Bath Theatrical Costume Hire, United Kingdom
Hire a full Regency costume, including all accessories, for the entirety of the Jane Austen Festival.

Early Bird Offer £120 per costume when booked between 1st May and 31st July.

Prices include VAT and cleaning of the costumes. We’ll be accepting bookings for the Jane Austen Festival from Wednesday 1st May 2024.

POP-UP SHOP
Costumes can be collected and returned at Bath Elim Church, Charlotte St, Bath, BA1 2ND

OPENING HOURS
Thursday 12th September – Saturday 14th September 9am – 6pm Monday 16th September – Saturday 21st September 9am – 6pm Costumes that cannot be returned by Saturday 21st can be collected from your accommodation by special arrangement on Sunday 22nd & Monday 23rd September.

Measurement and booking forms are available here. Send your completed forms to enquiries@baththeatrical.com and we’ll be in touch with costume options!

Prior Attire Victorian Ball
2024-05-04 19:00 - 23:30
Costumiers Prior Attire are holding their annual Victorian Ball on Saturday 4th May 2024.
Get in touch with us to hire your Victorian costume for the event! Prices are £72.00 and include accessories.

Jane Austen Regency Week, Alton
2024-06-21 - 2024-06-30 | Alton Community Centre, Amery Street, Alton, GU34 1HN, United Kingdom
We’ll be holding workshops at Jane Austen Regency Week in Alton.
More information to follow.
Contact us to hire your regency attire.

Jane Austen Festival Summer Ball, Bath
2024-06-29 19:00 - 23:00 | Guildhall, Bath, Guildhall, Bath, United Kingdom
The Jane Austen Festival’s Annual Summer Ball will take place again this year on Saturday 29th June 2024.
Browse our catalogue of regency costumes and get in touch to book yours well in advance!

Goodwood Revival
2024-09-06 - 2024-09-08
The only historic motor race meeting to be staged entirely in a period theme, Goodwood Revival is an immersive celebration of iconic cars and fashion.
We have an incredible range of Vintage fashion and accessories.
Contact us to book your attire for Goodwood!

Victorian Historic Boating Event
2024-09-07 - 2024-09-08
Join the Nautical Archaeology Society for their annual Victorian Historic Boating Event.
Want the full experience? Hire a Victorian Costume from us for the whole weekend at £72.00 including all accessories.

WHAT IS IT ALL ABOUT?
Escape to the Cotswolds for a maritime heritage experience with a difference. Chose from three ways to experience travel on the Kennet and Avon Canal and Avon River as people would have done in Victorian times. Or why not try all three! And why not immerse yourself in the experience by wearing Victorian costume (not compulsory!)?
Saturday 7th September 10:30am-4pm
Find out what it was really like travelling along the Kennet and Avon canal in Victorian times on a cruise on Barbara McLellan which will include cream tea and exclusive live commentary from local author Alison Cannon who will read from her latest publication Victorian Boating Holidays on the Kennet and Avon Canal.
Sunday 8th September 10:30-4pm
In the morning, spend two hours on the oldest electric river launch still in existence! There will be historical commentary about the canal and the interesting life of the vessel. Board Lady Lena at Darlington Wharf in Bath and travel up the canal to Claverton, then back down to Bath top lock and returning to Darlington Wharf in time for lunch (by your own arrangement) in the beautiful city of Bath.
In the afternoon, the historic boating experience gets a bit more energetic. NAS members will be able to explore the River Avon in Victorian rowing skiffs! Bring a loved one and have a romantic paddle in the beautiful riverine landscape just north of Bath. Bring some friends, test your maritime skills and find out who will win an impromptu the ‘Head of the River’ race. Or come on your own and make new friends with other NAS members! We’ll be based out of the Bath Boating House which is also an excellent restaurant.
WHO IS IT FOR?
Anyone who loves history and the water. Bring a friend or loved one for an experience with a difference. NAS members will enjoy the relaxed historical maritime experience learning something new. And loved ones of NAS members will enjoy it as well!
Five credits (or 2.5 for half day) will be awarded to NAS members to go towards their NAS Certificate or Award.
COSTS
For this special weekend, everyone can attend at the same prices. NAS members bring your friends and share your love of maritime heritage with them!
Whole weekend £90
Saturday
Canal boat £45
Sunday
Lady Lena £30
Rowing skiffs £25

Parasol Making Workshop - Jane Austen Festival
2024-09-11 14:00 - 17:00 | Bath Elim Church, Charlotte Street, Bath, BA1 2ND, United Kingdom
Parasol Making Workshop
Wednesday 11th September
2pm (3 hours)
£180.00
Under the expert guidance of Sylvia Spilsbury from Bath Theatrical Costume Hire, create and cover your own parasol with an exclusively designed canopy. Pre-select your fabric to complement your costume. The parasol comes with a longer, detachable handle and matching storage sleeve. Leave with a completed parasol, a pattern, and the knowledge of how to create your own canopy to change as you please. All materials included along with complimentary tea and cake.
Limited numbers so book early to avoid disappointment.
Venue:
Under the magnificent stain glass dome of the Grade II listed building, Elim Church, built in 1854.
Postal address: Bath Elim Church, Charlotte Street, Bath, BA1 2ND
Email enquiries@baththeatrical.com to book your space!

Reticule Making Workshop - Jane Austen Festival
2024-09-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Bath Elim Church, Charlotte Street, Bath, BA1 2ND, United Kingdom
Reticule Making Workshop
Thursday 12th September
10am (3 hours)
£130.00
A reticule for a daytime promenade or an evening Ball is a must! Under the expert guidance of Sylvia Spilsbury from Bath Theatrical Costume Hire, using vintage sewing machines, create your very own reticule. Pre-select your fabric and choose from an assortment of designs to complement your costume. You’ll take home a beautiful personally designed creation. ‘Make your own’ gift packs will also be available to purchase after the workshop (5 styles – one pattern). All materials included along with complimentary tea and cake.
Limited numbers so book early to avoid disappointment.
Venue:
Under the magnificent stain glass dome of the Grade II listed building, Elim Church, built in 1854.
Postal address: Bath Elim Church, Charlotte Street, Bath, BA1 2ND
Email enquires@baththeatrical.com to book your space!

Bonnet or Turban Making Workshop - Jane Austen Festival
2024-09-12 14:00 - 17:00 | Bath Elim Church, Charlotte Street, Bath, BA1 2ND, United Kingdom
Bonnet or Turban Making Workshop
Thursday 12th September
2pm ( 3 hours)
£170.00
Add the finishing touch to your exquisite outfit. Under the expert guidance of Sylvia Spilsbury from Bath Theatrical Costume Hire, using vintage sewing machines, create your very own bonnet or turban. Pre-select your fabric and choose from an assortment of designs (straw or fabric bonnets, satin or fabric turbans) to complement your costume. You’ll take home a beautiful personally designed creation. All materials included along with complimentary tea and cake.
Limited numbers so book early to avoid disappointment.
Venue:
Under the magnificent stain glass dome of the Grade II listed building, Elim Church, built in 1854.
Address: Bath Elim Church, Charlotte Street, Bath, BA1 2ND
Email enquiries@baththeatrical.com to book your space!

Jane Austen Festival, Bath
2024-09-13 - 2024-09-22 | Bath, Bath, United Kingdom
The annual Jane Austen Festival, Bath will take place between 13th September & 22nd September.
Our regency hire prices will be announced later in the year with an early bird offer staring in May.
Sign up to our newsletter (on our website) for information on costume hire and workshops that we’ll be holding at the festival.

Let's Talk About Love Workshop - Jane Austen Festival Bath
2024-09-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Bath Elim Church, Charlotte Street, Bath, BA1 2ND, United Kingdom
Let’s Talk About Love
Friday 13th September
10am (1 hour)
£18.00
“Love must be authentic, complete, and wholehearted”
Jane Austen
Join the Queen of Hearts for an amusing but informative look at the rules of society regarding Love, Courtship, Marriage and matters of the heart in Miss Austen’s time. Also explore the gestures of the Language of the Fan as you prepare for conversations across the dance floor!
Ticket entitles you to a discount on the purchase of your very own fan and language of the fan booklet.
Venue:
Under the magnificent stain glass dome of the Grade II listed building, Elim Church, built in 1854.
Postal address: Bath Elim Church, Charlotte Street, Bath, BA1 2ND

Email enquiries@baththeatrical.com to book your space!
