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Sunday 08 March 2026 Venue:  Salisbury Cathedral     map   Talk Address:   6 The Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EJ Telephone:  Box office: 01722 656555 Event:  Janina Ramirez: The Real Women Behind the Myths That Shaped Europe - 6.30pm - Join us on International Women’s Day 2026, as internationally renowned author Janina Ramirez discusses her latest book, Legenda: The Real Women Behind the Myths That Shaped Europe, followed by a Q&A and book signing. Venue's website:  salisburycathedral.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/salisburycathedral

Monday 09 March 2026 Venue:  Salisbury Cathedral     map   Talk Address:   6 The Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EJ Telephone:  Box office: 01722 656555 Event:  Lent Lecture: Truth for the young - 7.30pm - The Roman governor asked Jesus ‘what is truth?’ at his trial. This year’s Lent Lectures will explore Christian perspectives on truth in our own age, as fake news, internet algorithms and technological development rapidly and radically redefine how we understand the world around us. How might people of faith respond and flourish in this new context? Venue's website:  salisburycathedral.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/salisburycathedral

Tuesday 10 March 2026 Venue:  The Goat     map   Talk Address:   62 The Borough, Downton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 3LY Telephone:  01725 535353 Event:  Conservation Through Conversation - 6pm - An engaging evening exploring life on the Wiltshire Downs and the return of one of Britain’s most remarkable birds, the Great Bustard. Hosted in collaboration with the Great Bustard Group and Downton Distillery, the evening will include a talk on the landscape and conservation efforts, insight into the journey from downs to glass, sampling of Great Bustard Gin, and an opportunity for questions at the end. Venue's website:  thegoatatdownton.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thegoatdownton

Monday 16 March 2026 Venue:  Salisbury Cathedral     map   Talk Address:   6 The Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EJ Telephone:  Box office: 01722 656555 Event:  Lent Lecture: Truth in older age - 7.30pm - The Roman governor asked Jesus ‘what is truth?’ at his trial. This year’s Lent Lectures will explore Christian perspectives on truth in our own age, as fake news, internet algorithms and technological development rapidly and radically redefine how we understand the world around us. How might people of faith respond and flourish in this new context? Venue's website:  salisburycathedral.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/salisburycathedral

Wednesday 18 March 2026 Venue:  Salisbury City Hall     map   Special interest  •  Talk Address:   Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU Event:  PROFESSOR BRIAN COX: EMERGENCE PREVIEW - 7.30pm - After performing his smash-hit show ‘Horizons’ to nearly half a million people across the world, Professor Brian Cox is back previewing his new tour world tour Emergence. Brian has appeared in many landmark science programs for BBC radio and television over the last 15 years, from the Peabody Award-winning Wonders of the Solar System to the world-wide hit series The Planets. Venue's website:  salisburycityhall.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/people/Salisbury-City-Hall/61569966861546

Friday 20 March 2026 Venue:  Salisbury City Hall     map   Film  •  Special interest  •  Talk Address:   Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU Event:  100 YEARS OF LAUREL & HARDY - 7.00pm - Following the success of his 2023/24 tour, Neil Brand invites you to celebrate the centenary of Laurel and Hardy with a brand-new show. In 1926, Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy signed separate contracts with Hollywood film mogul Hal Roach, and appeared for the first time in a film together, “45 Minutes from Hollywood”. The following year they would become an official comedy partnership that would set the whole world rocking with laughter. Nobody could have anticipated at the time how this unlikely Anglo/American comedy duo would become global icons in over 130 countries around the world. We are pleased to announce and celebrate those 100 years with the brand new production of Neil Brand’s “Evening with Laurel & Hardy” 2026 Centenary Tour. Neil has established himself as the foremost exponent of silent film and improvised piano accompaniment. Thanks to new restorations of their silent films, and the rediscovery of some of their lesser-known comedies, Neil will uncover gems of hilarity from the team whose comedy never ages, and bring them to jaw-dropping life with the demanding live piano improvisations for which he is so famous. Featuring extended scenes from the best of their silent comedies, particularly You’re Darn Tootin, The Finishing Touch and The Second Hundred Years. Venue's website:  salisburycityhall.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/people/Salisbury-City-Hall/61569966861546

Monday 23 March 2026 Venue:  Salisbury Cathedral     map   Talk Address:   6 The Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EJ Telephone:  Box office: 01722 656555 Event:  Lent Lecture: Greenhushing: is sustainability being silenced? - 7.30pm - The Roman governor asked Jesus ‘what is truth?’ at his trial. This year’s Lent Lectures will explore Christian perspectives on truth in our own age, as fake news, internet algorithms and technological development rapidly and radically redefine how we understand the world around us. How might people of faith respond and flourish in this new context? Venue's website:  salisburycathedral.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/salisburycathedral

Wednesday 25 March 2026 Venue:  Salisbury City Hall     map   Special interest  •  Talk Address:   Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU Event:  BEN FOGLE: WILD - 7.30pm - Ben Fogle’s theatre show WILD brings to life on stage, stories and tales of hope, possibility, and positivity. From his extraordinary encounters with the human and natural world; the wilderness of Northern Sweden to the jungles of Honduras; the hostile extreme environments of Chernobyl to the mountains of Nepal; Ben will take you on a journey with inspiring and uplifting tales of self-discovery, that will leave you enchanted, enlightened, and entertained. In this inspiring show full of hope, simplicity, and harmony, WILD is a hair-raising, uplifting and wildly entertaining show that tells the extraordinary true stories of Ben’s amazing encounters with people and animals, and how they changed his life… and the discovery of helping you find your Ocean of Possibility. Venue's website:  salisburycityhall.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/people/Salisbury-City-Hall/61569966861546

Thursday 02 April 2026 Venue:  Salisbury City Hall     map   Comedy  •  Talk Address:   Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU Event:  NIGEL HAVERS: TALKING B*LL*CKS - 7.30pm - Well, I loved my first tour – and I think the audiences did too – so here we go again! Join me, a stage, and a lifetime of gloriously ridiculous stories to share with you. You’ll get the full Havers experience: charm, wit, and absolutely no running in slow motion. I’ll be taking you on a thoroughly entertaining trot through five decades in showbiz. From my early days as a fresh-faced drama school hopeful, to the highs and lows of a career that’s seen me in everything from Chariots of Fire and Empire of the Sun to Don’t Wait Up and some rather marvellous West End plays – and more than my fair share of Palladium Pantos Venue's website:  salisburycityhall.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/people/Salisbury-City-Hall/61569966861546

Friday 10 April 2026 Venue:  The Lights     map   Comedy  •  Special interest  •  Talk Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368 Event:  The Britpop Show with Marc Burrows - 7.30pm - Join award-winning writer and comedian Marc Burrows for a multi-media stand up celebration of one of British music’s most iconic and enduring movements, marking 30 years since the iconic Blur vs. Oasis chart war. Music journalist Marc (Guardian, The Quietus, Big Issue) dives into the stories, rivalries, OTT personalities as well as some of the finest music the UK has ever produced. Venue's website:  thelights.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover

Friday 17 April 2026 Venue:  Salisbury Cathedral     map   Talk Address:   6 The Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EJ Telephone:  Box office: 01722 656555 Event:  The Sarum Master Bible: A Talk by Michelle P Brown - 7.30pm - Canon Professor Michelle Brown, medieval manuscripts expert, will share her thoughts on the recent return of the 13th-Century Sarum Master Bible to Salisbury. Following a successful fundraising campaign, Friends of the Nations’ Libraries purchased the Bible from a private owner, via Sotheby’s, and donated it to Salisbury Cathedral. The Sarum Master Bible is a manuscript (handwritten) Bible in Latin, written and illustrated probably in Salisbury in the 1240s or 1250s. It is one of a small number of manuscripts that were illustrated by one of the leading English artists of the time, who today is known to scholars as the Sarum Master, or Sarum Illuminator. No details are known about the artist’s life, but there is considerable evidence that he or she was working in or around Salisbury. Venue's website:  salisburycathedral.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/salisburycathedral

Tuesday 21 April 2026 Venue:  Salisbury Playhouse     map   Special interest  •  Talk Address:   Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7RA Telephone:  01722 320333 Event:  In Conversation with Mike Brown - 7.30pm - Join rugby legend Mike Brown for a unique and personal evening at Salisbury Playhouse, where his remarkable journey all began. From his early days on Salisbury’s pitches to the international stage, Mike shares candid stories, unforgettable moments, and the challenges that shaped his career. This is your chance to hear about life on and off the pitch directly from one of rugby’s most respected players. With insight, humour, and honesty, Mike reflects on his experiences with teammates, his rise through the ranks, and the lessons learned along the way. The evening includes a relaxed audience Q&A, giving fans the opportunity to connect with Mike and ask their burning questions. Whether you’re a lifelong rugby supporter or simply love inspiring stories, An Evening with Mike Brown at Salisbury Playhouse promises laughter, insight, and memories you won’t forget. Venue's website:  wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/category/salisbury-playhouse Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/salisburyplayhouseofficial

Friday 24 April 2026 Venue:  Salisbury Playhouse     map   Live music  •  Special interest  •  Talk Address:   Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7RA Telephone:  01722 320333 Event:  Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club: The Ronnie Scott's Story - 7.30pm - Direct from London’s world-famous jazz club and combining world-class live jazz, narration, rare archive photos, and video footage, The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars take to the stage to celebrate the ‘The Ronnie Scott’s Story’. Set amongst the dive bars and jazz jook joints of London’s Soho, we hear about the desperate hand-to-mouth finances of the early years and the frequent police raids. We hear how Ronnie's became neutral ground within rife gang territory and their scrapes with gangsters including the Krays who were rumoured to have taken Ronnie Scott “for a little drive”! Life at Ronnie’s is evocatively reimagined through tales of the club’s past visitors, from pop stars, film stars and politicians to comedians and royalty - but above all, the musicians… Mixing classic music from the jazz greats who have performed at Ronnie Scott’s over its incredible history, alongside tales of old Soho, miscreant musicians and police raids, this is a unique evening celebrating one of the world's most famous venues, its music, and history. Venue's website:  wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/category/salisbury-playhouse Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/salisburyplayhouseofficial

Sunday 26 April 2026 Venue:  Salisbury City Hall     map   Special interest  •  Talk Address:   Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU Event:  AN EVENING WITH AGGERS - 7.30pm - Get ready for some wicket wisdom with cricket legend and renowned BBC correspondent, Jonathan Agnew. Following the hit success of his Aggers and Tuffers tour, Aggers returns in 2026 with a brand-new evening of stories, laughter and cricketing gold–this time with iconic clips and unseen footage to bring the action to life on screen. Join Aggers as he shares the highs, lows and hilarious moments from his illustrious career, from covering the Olympics in Rio to calling the unforgettable Super Over finale of the 2019 World Cup. With classic anecdotes, sharp wit and behind-the-scenes insights, it’s a must for cricket lovers and newcomers alike. Expect fresh perspectives on famous moments, tales from his early days with broadcasting legend Brian Johnston, working alongside the one-of-a-kind Sir Geoffrey Boycott, and of course, the infamous “leg over” incident. Don’t miss this exclusive evening with one of cricket’s finest storytellers, blending live conversation, archive footage, and plenty of surprises in a show that hits it for six. Venue's website:  salisburycityhall.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/people/Salisbury-City-Hall/61569966861546

Saturday 02 May 2026 Venue:  Salisbury Cathedral     map   Talk Address:   6 The Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EJ Telephone:  Box office: 01722 656555 Event:  Mr. Corfe of Sarum: musical notes and anecdotes from Georgian Salisbury - 2pm - A talk by John Dover. Joseph Corfe (approximately 1740-1820) was a musical son of Salisbury. He served the Cathedral as chorister and lay vicar, and was appointed organist of the Cathedral in 1792, a post he held for twelve years. He sang in concerts both locally and in London, and was also a teacher, composer, and a gentleman of the Chapel Royal. Venue's website:  salisburycathedral.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/salisburycathedral

Sunday 10 May 2026 Venue:  Salisbury City Hall     map   Talk Address:   Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU Event:  HARRY REDKNAPP - 7pm - After last couple of years sold out tour of 65 theatres, Harry is back for a short tour of ten venues for 2025 There are two new TV series this year. The tour is again promoted by Terry and Freda Baker of A1 Sporting Speakers Come and have a great laugh with Harry and the audience. It’s a great show full of Harrys superb anecdotes and stories from his years in the beautiful game and still with an I’m a celebrity section after his jungle win in 2018. We had so many requests to return this year, so here we are ‘on the road again’ Venue's website:  salisburycityhall.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/people/Salisbury-City-Hall/61569966861546

Thursday 14 May 2026 Venue:  Salisbury Cathedral     map   Talk Address:   6 The Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EJ Telephone:  Box office: 01722 656555 Event:  Jude Rogers: The Sound of Being Human - 7.45pm - The Sound of Being Human explores, in detail, why music plays such a deep-rooted role in so many lives, from before we are born to our last days. At its heart is Jude’s own story: how songs helped her wrestle with the grief of losing her father at age five; concoct her own sense of self as a lonely adolescent; sky-rocket her relationships, both real and imagined, in the flushes of early womanhood, propel her own journey into working life, adulthood and parenthood, and look to the future. Venue's website:  salisburycathedral.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/salisburycathedral

Friday 15 May 2026 Venue:  Salisbury City Hall     map   Special interest  •  Talk Address:   Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU Event:  SIMON REEVE: TO THE ENDS OF THE EARTH - 7.30pm - On his UK tour To The Ends Of The Earth, Simon offers stories, surprises, thrills, deeper thoughts and hearty laughs. He wants to nudge and encourage audiences to get out of their comfort zone, take a few gentle risks in life, and embrace the great outdoors and the wider world. With behind the scenes footage and stunning imagery, Simon will inspire and remind audiences that we all need more journeys in our lives, and plenty of wild experiences. Audiences have hailed To The Ends Of The Earth as a ‘beautiful, inspiring, magical show’, praising Simon’s openness and ‘heartrending’ honesty; and ‘perfectly balanced with joy, vulnerability, information, fun and personal challenge’. Venue's website:  salisburycityhall.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/people/Salisbury-City-Hall/61569966861546

Friday 05 June 2026 Venue:  Salisbury City Hall     map   Talk Address:   Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU Event:  DR LOUISE NEWSON: HORMONES & MENOPAUSE - 7.30pm - Following her hugely successful 2024 tour, Dr Louise Newson, the leading medical expert on menopause and hormones, is returning to UK theatres in 2026 with her hard-hitting and unmissable show. This groundbreaking tour delves deeper into the critical conversations around menopause, smashing outdated myths, educating audiences, and demanding better healthcare for women everywhere. Venue's website:  salisburycityhall.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/people/Salisbury-City-Hall/61569966861546

Saturday 06 June 2026 Venue:  Salisbury City Hall     map   Comedy  •  Talk Address:   Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU Event:  AN EVENING WITH JIMMY TARBUCK - 7.30pm - JIMMY TARBUCK OBE, one of the most popular household names from the golden era of British stand up, will be celebrating his 85th birthday – and an astonishing 67 years in showbusiness. ‘An Evening with Jimmy Tarbuck’ will see the acclaimed comedian and raconteur reflecting on a remarkable life in showbusiness, the seeds of which were sown in childhood where he was classmates – and good mates – with John Lennon. Jimmy returned to the stage last year with a run of 14 sold out nights at the London Palladium opening for Barry Manilow, as well as his own UK tour. Now, the 85-year-old entertainer, who boasts The Longest Running Career in Showbiz, is excited to be back on the road performing in some of his favourite towns and venues in the UK. Venue's website:  salisburycityhall.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/people/Salisbury-City-Hall/61569966861546

Tuesday 16 June 2026 Venue:  Salisbury Playhouse     map   Books  •  Talk Address:   Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7RA Telephone:  01722 320333 Event:  An Audience with Jonathan Freedland - 7.45pm - Join renowned author Jonathan Freedland in conversation with Matthew Stadlen on his new book. The Traitors Circle tells the astonishing true story of a group of high-society anti-Nazi dissenters who came together in secret one Berlin afternoon in September 1943 – only to be betrayed from within. Jonathan reflects on an extraordinary tale of courage, heroism and betrayal – with shocking resonance for today. Venue's website:  wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/category/salisbury-playhouse Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/salisburyplayhouseofficial

Wednesday 17 June 2026 Venue:  Salisbury Playhouse     map   Talk Address:   Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7RA Telephone:  01722 320333 Event:  An Audience with Fergal Keane - 7.45pm - Award-winning journalist and author Fergal Keane has reported on defining world events for the BBC for over 30 years. Winner of an Emmy, a BAFTA and The George, and Fellow of the British Academy, he joins broadcaster Matthew Stadlen for an insightful conversation. Venue's website:  wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/category/salisbury-playhouse Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/salisburyplayhouseofficial

Friday 19 June 2026 Venue:  Salisbury Playhouse     map   Talk  •  Theatre Address:   Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7RA Telephone:  01722 320333 Event:  BY A LADY: The Life & Wit of Jane Austen - 7.30pm - It is a truth universally acknowledged that Jane Austen was one of the wittiest observers of human relationships, and female friendships, who ever put pen to parchment. By A Lady tells Jane Austen’s life story from her own writing, woven with favourite moments from the immortal characters she created. Set against a sparkling musical backdrop that surprises as much as it delights, we invite you to loosen your stays, and enjoy this celebration of Austen’s wit, sharpness, and sheer delight in the foibles of human behaviour, told by Rachel Parris (Austentatious, Live at the Apollo, The Mash Report) and a guest (to be announced). Venue's website:  wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/category/salisbury-playhouse Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/salisburyplayhouseofficial

Saturday 20 June 2026 Venue:  Salisbury Playhouse     map   Comedy  •  Talk Address:   Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7RA Telephone:  01722 320333 Event:  An Audience with Rory Bremner - 8pm - Join legendary impressionist Rory Bremner in Salisbury for a unique evening in conversation with broadcaster Matthew Stadlen. Known for his definitive portrayals of world leaders, from Mandela and Major to Trump and Cameron, Rory has spent over 30 years satirising politics on stage, TV and radio. Beyond impressions, he’s a writer, actor, quiz host, and translator of opera and theatre. Hear stories from his award-winning career, which includes Bremner, Bird & Fortune, election specials, and recent UK tour Making an Impression. Don’t miss this rare chance to see Rory up close, live and uncensored. Venue's website:  wiltshirecreative.co.uk/whats-on/category/salisbury-playhouse Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/salisburyplayhouseofficial

Saturday 05 September 2026 Venue:  Salisbury City Hall     map   Special interest  •  Talk Address:   Malthouse Lane, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7TU Event:  THE UNDERCOVER DETECTIVE - 7.30pm - The Makings of a Murderer-The Undercover Detective Join Peter Bleksley, a founding member of Scotland Yard’s undercover unit and former star of Channel 4’s Hunted, as he lifts the lid on the most dangerous and hidden aspects of murder investigations. From the gritty realities of infiltrating criminal gangs to his own terrifying experience of becoming the target of a murder plot, Peter shares the untold stories of the most high-stakes cases. For over a decade, Peter worked undercover, posing as everything from drug dealers to contract killers. His double life gave him access to the darkest corners of humanity, uncovering secrets that would save lives-but at the cost of his own safety. Forced into witness protection by an FBI-uncovered assassination plot, his career as a detective came to an abrupt end, leaving him with chilling memories of murderers and the justice system that hunts them. Prepare for an unforgettable evening of true crime as Peter Bleksley reveals the harrowing reality behind solving murders and battling the criminal underworld. This is crime-fighting as you’ve never seen it before Venue's website:  salisburycityhall.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/people/Salisbury-City-Hall/61569966861546

Tuesday 22 September 2026 Venue:  The Lights     map   Special interest  •  Talk Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368 Event:  Jordan Wylie- Finding Purpose - 7.30pm - Jordan’s expeditions have taken him across all seven continents and to over 150 countries, from running the coldest marathons on Earth, to rowing across the world’s most dangerous waters, summiting unclimbed peaks, and attempting to be the first person to paddleboard around Britain to name just a few of his intrepid adventures. His journey is one of resilience and purpose. Through these extreme challenges and his life changing experiences, he explores how the great outdoors can inspire better mental and physical well-being while empowering people across the world to dream bigger, push their limits, and create their own path whilst having a positive impact on the world. Prepare to be inspired! Venue's website:  thelights.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover