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. 

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2026 Press Pack

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  • Key Festival Images – Click here.
  • Large Festival Image selection and Logo – Click here.
  • Promotional Images, Logos and Text – Click here.
  • To Share – Chalke History Festival Promotional Film – link here.
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Latest Festival News

26th October 2026

Job Vacancy: Living History & Events Manager

An exciting opportunity to join the Chalke History Festival team and manage our Living History and Events.

26th October 2026

Job Vacancy: Volunteers Managers

We are recruiting two Volunteers Managers who will play a vital role in the successful delivery of Chalke History Festival.

30th June 2026

History fans in their thousands defy heatwave to attend this year’s star-studded Chalke History Festival

History fans defied the heat in their thousands last week to attend Chalke, the UK’s biggest and most successful history festival, which ran from Monday 22nd to Sunday 28th June.

22nd June 2026

Weather Update for Visitors – Wednesday & Thursday

17th June 2026

Chalke Announces Final Details For 2026

Chalke History Festival 2026 promises an extraordinary week of ideas, debate, entertainment and unforgettable experiences for all ages. 22-28 June.

21st May 2026

Chalke Introduces 2026

Chalke Introduces: Meet the Future of History At this year’s Chalke History Festival, we’re shining a spotlight on the rising stars from the world of History.

8th May 2026

Conflict at Chalke

Leading experts at Chalke discuss what the shifting world order means for you.

5th May 2026

WW2 – Learn more about the Second World War at Chalke History Festival 2026

WW2 - Learn more about the Second World War at Chalke History Festival 2026 through expert talks, personal stories and powerful debate.

30th April 2026

Chalke Confidential – an evening of culture and conversation

Experience evenings at the festival with Chalke Confidential - two curated evenings of powerful talks, live performances and fine dining. From global politics to iconic historical figures, this unique programme brings past and present together in an inspiring summer setting.

23rd April 2026

Chalke History Festival Unveils Its Most Ambitious Lineup Yet

Returning 22–28 June, Chalke brings together world-leading historians, headline speakers and immersive living history experiences for a standout week of talks, debate, performance and summer festival atmosphere.

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