Jane Austen turns 250 this year, and England is rolling out the Regency red carpet to celebrate. So, if your 2025 travel plans include Britain—Bath, in particular—you might encounter larger-than-usual crowds at Austen hotspots … and a surplus of people sporting high-waisted gowns, petticoats, and long white gloves.
Austen is one of England’s most famous authors, having published widely adored novels like “Pride and Prejudice,” “Sense and Sensibility” and “Emma”. As a woman writer in an era dominated by men, she turned the literary pages of social norms by writing strong, independent heroines who often mirrored her own views. (The first version of “Sense and Sensibility” didn’t list Austen as the author; it just said: “By a Lady.”) Even though her books are set in Regency-era England, they still resonate with readers today, thanks to their brilliant blend of realism, romance, and memorable characters. “Pride and Prejudice” alone has inspired countless film and TV adaptations, from multiple BBC shows to “Bridget Jones’ Diary”.
