About this Event
Four renowned historians in one day; Simon Heffer, Martin Williams, Tracy Borman & Alison Weir
• Opportunity to meet the authors and have books signed
•.Learn more about Britain's story in an historic setting
• Optional tour of the house at reduced price of £7 (usually £10)
• Free access to the extensive grounds during breaks
• Free parking
Dr Nicola Tallis – Young Elizabeth: Princess, Prisoner, Queen
Acclaimed public Tudor historian, Nicola Tallis introduces her latest book, Young Elizabeth charting the iconic monarch’s perilous path to the throne. The loss of her parents, siblings and step-mothers, freedom and innocence, all shed light on the extraordinary Queen she became.
Saul David – Sky Warriors
This riveting new history centres on the ‘Red Devils’, some of the finest combat troops of WWII. These parachutists and glider-borne troops served with distinction in every major theatre of the conflict – from the Bruneval Raid of February 1942 to Operation varsity in March 1945, the biggest parachute drop in history. Sky Warriors is the first time the complete wartime story of the British airbourne forces has been told.
Melita Thomas – 1000 Tudor People
Author and historian, Melita Thomas, gives a vivid insight into the characters who populate her critically acclaimed new book, 1000 Tudor People. Philosophers, gardeners, musicians, rebels, and witches populate this fascinating compendium of Tudor personalities.
David Gibbins – A History Of The World In Twelve Shipwrecks
Drawing on decades of experience excavating shipwrecks around the world, renowned maritime archaeologist David Gibbins reveals the riches beneath the waves and talks about how the treasures found there can be a porthole to the past to tell a new story about the world and its underwater secrets.
Take a Tour of the manor house in your History Day lunch break. Stretch your legs and absorb more wonderful historic stories with a visit to the manor house at lunch time.
Dating from 1425, Grade I listed and packed full of amazing connections to major historic figures, the most prestigious rooms will be open to wander through on a free-flow route. West Horsley Place's most famous owner is Henry VIII, in fact, he liked it so much he owned it twice!
There will be expert stewards in each room to tell you some of our remarkable stories including why Elizabeth I had a theatre built in the gardens, about Guy Fawkes' time as a footman here, how Walter Raleigh's head ended up under the stairs, and many more.
Tours cost £7 per person. To book add on the tour at the checkout.
This year, we’re pleased to give you more choice and are offering two tickets, one enabling you to bring your own lunch and one with a light lunch provided.
The light lunch option includes a sandwich, packet of crisps, piece of fruit and small mini bite.
There is a coffee van on-site so bring your reusable cup with you. We will have tap water and cordial available so bring a water bottle with you.
Are you a member of a Book Club or Reading Group?
We offer 10% discount when booking for 5 or more people together. To book for a group please email [email protected].
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
West Horsley Place, West Horsley Place, West Horsley, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00 to GBP 54.00
