Chiswick and surrounding areas Area Guide

In the early 2000s, the BBC gathered over 47,000 testimonies from ordinary people about their experiences of the Second World War. This treasure trove sat largely unexplored in the archives for two decades, until historian John Willis began to explore these untold stories of everyday bravery, terror, and community at home and on the front. He is joined by award-winning BBC Panorama reporter and journalist Jane Corbin.

What do we lose when it's last orders for a pub? Join Sam Cullen as he discusses with Nick Hennegan ( The London Literary Pub Crawl ) the colourful untold stories of Londons lost pubs, from the old haunts of Chelsea bohemians to the favourite watering holes of stressed-out City workers, and what they tell us about changes to the Capitals landscape and our own tastes.

Join publisher and author Rose Sandy (founder of the HarperCollins Author and Design Academy) as she opens the crate of story gold and reveals the four questions every writer must answer to craft a bestselling novel. Whether you're plotting thrillers, adventure, romance, or fantasy, these questions are the cornerstone of compelling fiction. This talk is for anyone ready to turn creative sparks into unforgettable stories and discover how bestselling books are not just written, but engineered.

Families are at the heart of Reeta Chakrabarti and Aisha Hassans debut novels. In Chakrabartis Finding Belle , a mother-daughter relationship strains under the weight of family secrets. Lalloo, the hero of Hassans When the Fireflies Dance , must fight to rescue his family from the brickyards of Lahore. The pair will be in conversation with Clare Clark.

To kick off the Festival in style,Jo James showcases the wealth of local talent that Chiswick has to offer. Each author has just two minutes to speak about their book, making this a fast-paced, fun and fascinating evening. There is a bar open throughout this event, and an interval halfway through. Bar open from 6pm See Festival website for author details from mid-August when the full lineup will be announced.

A Midsummer Night's Dream Playwright William Shakespeare Produced by The Arts Centre, Hounslow Magic blooms within England's grandest gardens as A Midsummer Night's Dream finds its home among the majestic grounds of Chiswick House & Gardens. Where better to witness fairy mischief and moonlit enchantment than beneath these historic canopies and classical temples? Step through the gates this summer, Shakespeare's beloved characters have been waiting for you. The estate awakens once more, with wonders both familiar and new. Book your tickets now and don't miss out on Shakespeares most beloved comedy