Chi-chi literature festival that always attracts prominent writers and journalists. Big events in an intimate setting for those who like to get up close and personal.
One of the great strengths of the Henley Literary Festival is the beautiful venues within the town. In previous years they have included Bix Manor, The Quince Tree, The Kenton Theatre, The River and Rowing Museum, Phyllis Court and The Hibernia.
When? 28 September - 4 October 2015
Where? The riverside town of Henley-on-Thames hosts this 5 day event
Who? In 2015 - Writer Gyles Brandreth is returning to Henley after his sell-out event in 2012. Making her Festival debut is Caroline Lucas MP, the former Green leader who will discuss the experience of being her party's first (and to-date, only) MP. A trio of internationally bestselling novelists: Before I Go To Sleep author S.J. Watson with his much-anticipated follow-up Second Life; Paula Hawkins, whose debut The Girl On The Train topped both the UK and US bestseller charts on its release last month; and Agatha Raisin & Hamish Macbeth creator .
Download the programme and the children's programme
Monday: Before I Go To Sleep writer SJ Watson is joined by Renee Knight, author of the year's most talked-about debut, Disclaimer. 2.30pm, Town Hall.
Tuesday: Best known as Eastenders' Pat Butcher, Pam St Clement reflects on a career that also included the RSC and Joan Littlewood. 6.30pm, Kenton Theatre.
Wednesday: BBC presenter Anita Anand tells the story of India's suffragette princess Sophia, goddaughter of Queen Victoria. 2.30pm, Kenton Theatre.
Thursday: Actress and Celebrity Masterchef winner Lisa Faulkner talks Tea and Cake with Gower Cottage Brownies' Kate Jenkins. 6.30pm, Kenton Theatre.
Friday: Lib Dem Norman Baker, The Times' Ann Treneman & The Guardian's Polly Toynbee look back at the coalition government. 8.30pm, Town Hall.
Saturday: After working with everyone from Ted Hughes to Johnny Depp, Ralph Steadman's latest collaboration is Nextinction, with Ceri Levy. 1pm Kenton Theatre.
Sunday: Azi Ahmed joins the panel for our diversity event, alongside novelist and playwright Stephen Thompson and publisher Valerie Brandes. 3pm, Phyllis Court.
Children's Events
For younger children (3+): Charlie and Lola creator Lauren Child makes a special appearance to celebrate the launch of their new book One Thing. Sunday October 4, 9.30am Kenton Theatre.
For older children (6+): A very special adventure with Julian from the Famous Five for this event for ll the family. Saturday October 3, 11am, Kenton Theatre.
Festival Website: www.henleyliteraryfestival.co.uk
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witter? @HenleyLitFest
How much? £5 to £9 for all events as a guide but check official site.
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Previous festivals:
2014- Paddy Ashdown, Bonnie Greer, veteran agony aunt Irma Kurtz, Sir Christopher Frayling, Jenny Colgan, Adele Parks, Sir Ranulph Fiennes, Sir Roger Bannister, Emma Bridgewater (left), Earl Spencer, Jojo Moyes, Mark Kermode and Dame Harriet Walter...
Prior... Wilbur Smith, Melvyn Bragg, Peter Sissions, Alan Titchmarsh, Esther Freud, Pam Ayres ,SophieHannah, Colin Thurbon, Gavin Esler, Alistair Horne, AC Grayling, Larry Lamb, Sarah Brown, Alistair Darling, Antonia Fraser, Craig Brown , Alexei Sayle, Max Hastings, Penelope Lively, Gervase Phinn, Andrew O'Hagan, Stephen Berkoff, Lionel Shriver and Simon Kernick, Shirley Williams, Chris Mullin and Will Hutton., Michael Palin, Craig Brown, Boris Johnson, Jeremy Paxman (bio), Charley Boorman , Michael Winner, Gavin Esler and Kate Williams, Irvine Welsh, Libby Purves, Fay Weldon, Diana Quick
If you are involved in this festival you can update or change details via the organisers page . Authors can list here.