Join Philippa Gregory, as she takes you on a journey through the history you thought you knew. In
her new novel, Royal Witch, Philippa brings to life the glittering and treacherous court of Henry V.
The story explores the fascinating (and little known) life of Eleanor Cobham, who was England’s first
and only convicted royal witch.
Throughout the evening, Philippa will delve into the characters and histories that inspired Royal
Witch, illuminating how ambition, sorcery and treason intertwined in one woman’s desperate bid for
power. Expect surprising insights, rich period detail and a fascinating exploration of the forgotten
women of history.
It’s set to be an evening of entertaining historical insight and unforgettable storytelling, so do join
us!
Philippa will be signing books after the event.
Philippa Gregory is a historian and novelist renowned for combining rich research with powerful
storytelling. Through her writing, she reveals the women history tried to forget – and whose stories
are more relevant today than ever. Her novels have sold millions of copies worldwide and been
adapted for stage, television and film.
In 2023 she published her critically acclaimed non-fiction book Normal Women, a new social history
of women in England for 900 years. It has also been adapted as a podcast, teen edition and
children’s edition. In 2026, Boleyn Traitor won Fiction Book of the Year at the British Book Awards.
Philippa Gregory was awarded a CBE for services to literature and charity in 2021.
