Author Event with Dr Melita Thomas

An Evening of all things Tudor with Dr Melita Thomas – Saturday 26th September 2026

Treat yourself to a Saturday evening of spirited conversation and storytelling with Dr Melita Thomas, who will be returning to Swaffham by popular demand to share her extensive Tudor knowledge with us. Historian and author, Dr Melita Thomas, delves into her acclaimed book, 1000 Tudor People, to reveal fascinating insights into the lives of Tudor women from all walks of life. What were the social, legal, political, and economic problems that they had to deal with?  Were their lives really as constrained as we are led to believe? Join Melita to discover more about the joys and perils of sixteenth century life. And how intrepid women could forge their own path, in trade, in literature, and even in warfare.

The evening includes a pulled pork roll with a vegetarian option available. At just £20, it’s a rare chance to hear first-hand from the experienced Tudor author. A bar will also be available at the venue to purchase beer and wine, supplied from the Market Cross Café and Bar Swaffham.