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Roger Clough – Oldenland: A Journey in Search of the Good Last Years

Roger Clough, former Professor of Social Care, spends his time learning to walk through his last phase of life in old age. Where he used to study the terrain of ageing like a scientist, now he understands it as a farmer might, walking its contours every day from his retirement village in the Peak District. Now in his 80s, Roger shares his insights into how to have a good “old age” – the first of its kind, and an invaluable glimpse into a period of life rarely spoken about, much less written about. 

 

Chaired by Harry Pearson

Tickets £10.50/£8.50

 

Oldenland is a beautifully written and philosophical journey through the natural landscape of old age. 

 

Booking Information

  • Priority Booking for Festival Friends opens at 08.00 on Friday 7th of March. Tickets go on general sale from Monday 10th March.
  • Our concession tickets are available to Friends of the Festival, those on benefits and students.
  • Hearing loops are available for Theatre and Library events. Carers qualify for free ‘essential companion’ tickets. Wheelchair spaces are limited. In all cases, please call the Box Office on 01434 652477 to book or email: boxoffice@queenshall.co.uk.
  • Tickets cannot be refunded but can be exchanged for other Book Festival events.

 

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Location

Hexham Library, Queens Hall

Date

11 May 2025

Time

4:15 pm - 5:15 pm

Cost

£10.50/£8.50 (concs)

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