The Chalke Valley History Festival
What? A new literary festival totally devoted to history that celebrates the fine historians and compelling historical novelists we currently have writing in this country.
Festival patrons include Antony Beevor (above) and Max Hastings.
Who? 2012 TBA
When? July
Where? The Chalke Valley Cricket Ground, Bowerchalke, Nr Salisbury, Wilts, SP5 5BA
How much? Tickets range from £4 to £10 per event. Click on http://www.cvhf.org.uk/order.php for ticket prices.
Festival Website: www.cvhf.org.uk
Social Media? Next year
Telephone for Enquiries? 01722 781206
Previous festivals? 2011 was the inaugural Chalke Valley History Festival.
2011 Festival
Talks and debates on everything from Ancient Rome to The English at Home, from Shackleton to the Borgia Popes. And for children there will be the chance to learn about a prehistoric childhood with wolves and the really ‘Horrible’ bits of history.
Inexpensive food provided by one of Wiltshire’s best caterers, Martin Simcock’s Bread and Flowers. Or you can bring your own picnic if you’d prefer! All proceeds will go to Help for Heroes and a new pavilion for the Chalke Valley Cricket Club.
The 2011 Chalke Valley History Festival programme included talks with: Peter Snow, Michael Wood, John Julius Norwich, Col Tim Collins, Patrick Bishop, Michelle Paver, Professor Gary Sheffield and Juliet Gardiner.
