HF 8 Dr Alison Weir
Dr Alison Weir: Henry VIII: The Heart and the Crown
Thurs 22 Aug 8pm Two Sisters’ Theatre
All Ticket Prices Below
In grand royal palaces, Prince Harry grows up dreaming of knights and chivalry – and the golden age of kings that awaits his older brother. But Arthur’s untimely death sees Harry crowned King Henry of England. As his power and influence extends, so commences a lifelong battle between head and heart, love and duty. Henry rules by divine right, yet his prayers for a son go unanswered. The future of his great dynasty depends on an heir. And the crown weighs heavy on a king with all but his one true desire.
Alison Weir talks about the history behind her novel.
Dr Alison Weir is the United Kingdom’s most popular and best-selling female historian, and has sold over 3 million books worldwide. Rich in detailed research, Alison’s engaging prose has captured the interest and imagination of countless people, instilling a love of history that has influenced the career paths of historians, historical novelists and teachers, while also greatly increasing knowledge of medieval and Tudor English history among people throughout the world. She is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, an honorary life patron of Historic Royal Palaces and an honorary Doctor of Bishop Grosseteste University.
Pearl in the Egg will be performing before this talk and while Dr Weir is signing books.
Pearl in the Egg are a celebrated ensemble of Historical Musicians that bring history to life through their captivating performances. Specialising in Mediaeval, Tudor and Elizabethan music they offer a striking homage to the past with their wide repertoire, authentic costumes and meticulously crafted copies of original instruments. Pearl in the Egg will be adding Hever Castle to their list of prestigious performances, alongside Hampton Court Palace, The Tower of London, The Latitude Festival, and on BBC Radio.
If you wish to purchase the discounted, multiple show ticket offers please call the box office 07379 488 477 or email boxoffice@heverfestival.co.uk.
| Allocated Standard Seating (One Talk) | £21.70 |
| Allocated Covered Seating (Two Talks on the Same Day) | £35.90 |
| Allocated Covered Seating (All Talks) | £101.70 |
| Festival Friends & Hever Castle, Hever Golf and Wellbeing Club Members Allocated Covered Seating (One Talk) | £19.70 |
| Festival Friends & Hever Castle, Hever Golf and Wellbeing Club Members Allocated Covered Seating (Two Talks on the Same Day) | £35.90 |
| *Groups, over 20 tickets Allocated Covered Seating (One Talk) | £19.70 |
| *Groups, over 20 tickets Allocated Covered Seating (Two Talks on the Same Day) | £35.70 |
| Joint Theatre and Castle Garden entry adult Allocated Covered Seating (One Talk) | £36.40 |
| Joint Theatre and Castle Garden entry adult Allocated Covered Seating (Two Talks on the Same Day) | £50.60 |
| Joint Theatre and Castle Garden entry child Allocated Covered Seating (one Talk) | £30.90 |
| Joint Theatre and Castle Garden entry child Allocated Covered Seating (Two Talks on the Same Day) | £45.10 |
Two Sisters’ Theatre
Our main theatre, located on the glorious Two Sisters’ Lawn has allocated, covered seating. Lawn areas where you can bring your own seats, beanbags, rugs etc. are available for selected performances only.
Please check our access page for further information.
The Theatre Bar will be open on the theatre lawn before the show and during the interval for hot and cold, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, ice cream and snacks.
Freshly made crêpes will also be available. Savoury and sweet options, before evening shows only. Here is the menu.
Pre-Theatre suppers in the Guthrie Pavilion are available before this performance.
Here is the menu.
Please book your theatre tickets first, then follow this link to reserve your table.
Bookings start from 6pm, we recommend arriving at least an hour before the performance starts so you don’t have to rush your meal.
PLEASE NOTE: You have made a table reservation only, you may be asked to pre-order by the catering team in advance of the date and all meals and drinks are to be paid for on the night.