2025 programme

We’ll be making regular updates to the programme as we get nearer to the festival.

TALKS See Schedule

PERFORMANCE See Schedule

live music See Schedule

EXPERIENCES See Schedule

LIVING HISTORY See Schedule

Children's Activities See Schedule

A Week long
Celebration
of the Past

Immerse yourself in a lively festival brimming with stimulating talks, engaging panels, and enthralling performances. Delve into interactive historical experiences, from mastering traditional crafts and culinary arts to simulating a soldier's march. Enjoy a variety of sensory activities designed for an unforgettable family journey through history.

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LATEST
ANNOUNCEMENTS

7th Mar 2025

Chalke History Festival 2025: A Fresh Approach, Bigger Events & Exciting Firsts!

4th Feb 2025

Job Vacancy: Development Director

28th Jan 2025

Evelyn Partners Announced as Lead Partner for Chalke History Festival 2025

11th Nov 2024

James Holland: A Letter from the Creative Director

22nd Oct 2024

Chalke Talks Live - Winston Churchill: 150th Anniversary

13th Sep 2024

Chalke History Festival 2024 Roundup: Thirteen and Thriving

3rd Sep 2024

Chalke History Festival 2024: A Week of Discovery and Delight

7th Jun 2024

Explore the Iconic World of Car Design at Chalke

4th Jun 2024

Young Historians at Chalke

4th Jun 2024

D-Day 80 at Chalke

2024 chalke themes

SOCIETY

Examining the impact of religion, regimes and revolution on the evolution of society, both in Britain and globally, since the dawn of civilisation over six millennia ago.

POLITICS & ECONOMICS

What are the patterns from history? We explore the dynamic interplay of history, law, economics, and politics in shaping our daily lives and their evolution over time.

CONFLICT

Conflict, from tribal skirmishes to global wars, has profoundly impacted lives, nations, and empires throughout national and world history.

OUR LAND, OUR SEA

Our historical bond with nature, from global weather to wildlife and oceans, teaches vital lessons for navigating these rapidly changing times.

SCIENCE & INNOVATION

Science and innovation, from the wheel to AI, have crucially shaped human existence – for good and for bad.

EXPLORATION & ADVENTURE

Our unyielding quest, from early African migrations to Antarctic expeditions, reflects a pioneering spirit that continuously shapes and inspires our world.

CULTURE & ARTS

Art, from cave paintings to film, mirrors and evolves with our culture, encompassing music, literature, architecture, and more throughout history.

SPORTS

It's tribal, uniting and thrilling us through cricket, football, and more; sport inspires, motivates, and reflects human endurance and evolution.