These are the talks for this year.
Charlotte Middleton at Nailsworth Library
11.00am until 12.00pm
Free
Unfortunately this event will no longer be taking place due to unforeseen circumstances. Instead, there will be a storytelling session for children. More information coming soon.
Join author and illustrator Charlotte Middleton at Nailsworth Library! Meet Christopher Nibble, the guinea pig hero of her books, and discover how even the smallest amongst us can take care of our planet. All are welcome, but ages 4-12 are especially invited.
All participating children over 2 require a ticket (available from Nailsworth Library) and must be accompanied by an Adult. Adults do not require tickets.
Grant Harrold, the 'Royal Butler'
7.30pm
At Town Hall, GL6 0JF
£18
Grant Harrold, the “Royal Butler”, is a former butler to King Charles III and a best-selling author. His memoirs, “The Royal Butler, My Remarkable Life of Royal Service”, were published last year. Grant will be talking about his experiences as a member of the Royal household of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla. He was based at their country home, Highgrove House. Grant is frequently asked to comment on important royal matters and etiquette - from learning how to peel a banana to the correct way to eat a Pot Noodle! More details.
Questions are welcome.
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Kirsty Hartsiotis: “Folklore of the Cotswolds”
7.30pm
At Nailsworth Youth Club, GL6 0LZ
£8
Discover mysterious, funny and romantic Cotswolds tales.This talk by folklorist and storyteller Kirsty Hartsiotis explores the tales told by the folk in the region over many centuries. Taking in wallowing pigs and ancient goddesses, a queen who may not be what you think she is, greedy kings, flying monks and wicked wizards, saints alive, little folk, big cats, and much more! Kirsty is a professional storyteller and author. She explores the folk tales and traditions of the area in her regular column for Cotswold Life.
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Simon Draper: “Dark Ages to the Black Death in Gloucestershire”
7.30pm
At Town Hall, GL6 0JF
£8
Dr Simon Draper is an archaeologist specialising in landscape settlement,
anthropology, and medieval society. He is assistant editor for the Victoria
County History (VCH) in Oxford and previously worked for the VCH in
Gloucestershire, where he now lives. In this illustrated talk, he will guide us
through the rich and varied landscapes of medieval Gloucestershire, from the Dark Ages to the Black Death.Using the latest historical and archaeological evidence, he will investigate how the county was farmed, settled and governed, and how the many towns and villages originated and evolved.
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An evening with Jonathan Agnew
7.30pm
At Town Hall, GL6 0JF
£20
Jonathan Agnew is a renowned cricket broadcaster, who has been at the centre of coverage for the BBC for over 28 years. His “leg over” comment during Test Match Special in 1991 was voted “greatest sporting commentary ever” in a BBC poll. In his younger days he was a county and international cricketer. He is a wonderful cricket speaker, lauded around the UK and beyond. Come and hear his reflections on the most recent Ashes Test and where English cricket goes from here. He will also entertain us with stories from the commentary box and answer audience questions, so come prepared with yours!
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Living with Swifts - the Sirens of Summer
2.00pm
At Town Hall, GL6 0JF
£5
Sarah Roberts presents a talk on the Common Swift, an urbanised bird on the British Trust for Ornithology red list for conservation concern. Sarah has been involved in bird conservation for over a decade and started North Wiltshire Swifts in 2019, as a specialist project and advice group. Their aim is to preserve and boost existing swift populations, in Wiltshire, through nest box projects and support others to do so. The talk will be a friendly introduction to swifts with some super facts, amazing photos and all you need to know to get started in helping these incredible sirens of summer.