21 - 27 June 2027 - Broad Chalke, Salisbury

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Enjoy Chalke year-round by joining the Chalke History Club, with access to past talks, exclusive online events and festival benefits. (2026 talks added in the autumn)

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Pepera, Luke © Rachel Sloan Photography

World History

Luke Pepera

Luke Pepera is a writer, broadcaster historian dedicated to sharing his passion for African history & cultures. He was born in Ghana and read Archaeology & Anthropology at Oxford University where he also studied ancient and medieval African history. He has written and presented Africa: Written Out of History for History Hit and Empire of Gold for This is History. His debut book, Motherland: A Journey Through African History, Culture and Identity is out now.

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