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The Great Britain Guide

Memorials & monuments · South East England

Jane Austen’s Temple

In or near Godmersham.

Free admission

Jane Austen’s Temple — a memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.

Lodge at the entrance to Godmersham Park - geograph.org.uk - 698968

Jonathan Billinger — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–45 min
Nearest railway station
Chilham · 2.9 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Jane Austen’s Temple is a memorial located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Jane Austen’s Temple is a memorial located in South-East England. It commemorates the renowned author Jane Austen, who is celebrated for her contributions to English literature. The temple is a Grade II listed structure, reflecting its historical significance.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.2212, 0.9584
County
Kent
District
Ashford
Parish
Godmersham
Postcode
CT4 7DR
Parliamentary constituency
Weald of Kent
Nearest railway station
Chilham2.9 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Jane Austen’s Temple?
Jane Austen’s Temple is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode CT4 7DR), in the parish of Godmersham.
What is Jane Austen’s Temple?
Jane Austen’s Temple — a memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Jane Austen’s Temple?
The nearest railway station is Chilham, about 2.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode CT4 7DR.
Is Jane Austen’s Temple a protected site?
Yes — Jane Austen’s Temple is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
Is Jane Austen’s Temple free to visit?
Yes, Jane Austen’s Temple is free to enter.
How do I get to Jane Austen’s Temple?
The nearest railway station is Chilham, about 2.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CT4 7DR.