2025 Festival Event

Harriet Cullen
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Lady Pamela Berry

Harriet Cullen discusses the remarkable story of her mother’s life – a heady time of parties and lovers but also one of far-reaching political influence.  In conversation with broadcaster and journalist Victoria Mather, Harriet describes how Lady Pamela was one of the great social protagonists in post-war England.  Friends – and sometimes enemies – with Evelyn Waugh, Nancy Mitford, Anthony Eden, Harold Macmillan, Chips Channon and Cecil Beaton, her social circle thrived on politics and intrigue. Lady Pamela became the most famous political and press hostess of her generation, using her great beauty, intellect and charm to exert extraordinary influence over those in power.

Victoria Mather
Victoria Mather is a journalist and broadcaster, best known for her popular column ‘Social Stereotypes’ in the Daily Telegraph.
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2025 Festival Schedule

4pm

6pm

8pm

10.00am

11.30am

12n

2pm

4pm

6pm

8pm

12n

2pm

4pm

6pm

8pm

A printed festival programme is available at the Barnes Bookshop, 98 Church Road.