Bringing the Past to Life
I give talks that make the past vivid, engaging, and relevant — whether for public events, academic audiences, or private groups.
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Term-time premium:
As a lecturer at the University of Oxford, my availability during academic term time is limited. Please note that talks or lectures scheduled in term time are subject to an additional premium fee.
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Term times for the academic year 2025-2026 are as follows:
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Michaelmas 2025: Monday 6 October - Friday 12 December
Hilary 2026: Monday 12 January - Friday 20 March
Trinity 2026: Monday 20 April - Friday 26 June
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Term dates for future academic years can be found here:
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Have an idea for a talk, workshop or event that you want delivered? No problem! My bespoke package has you covered and will be tailor-made to fit your vision. Make an enquiry and surprise me - there's no topic I won't consider!
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Regular fees: £290 (plus travel expenses)
Term-time fees: £325 (plus travel expenses)
Bespoke Events
Day Rates
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Want me for the day or a half-day? I regularly run day or half-day sessions and workshops depending on your needs. Get in touch with me to discuss the options!​
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Regular day rates/half-day rates: £600/£300 (plus travel exes)
Term-time day rates/half-day rates: £650/£325 (plus travel exes)
Popular Talks
1
People of Colour in Enlightenment England
Uncover the overlooked presence and impact of people of colour in eighteenth-century Britain, and see how their stories transform our understanding of the Enlightenment.
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NB: A Bath-specific version of this talk can be delivered upon request.
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Regular fees: £250 (plus travel expenses)
Term-time fees: £290 (plus travel expenses)
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Queer Georgians
Discover the hidden histories of queer love, identity, and desire in the Georgian world, where scandal, resilience, and community reshaped society.
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NB: A Bath-specific version of this talk can be delivered upon request.
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Regular fees: £250 (plus travel expenses)
Term-time fees: £290 (plus travel expenses)
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Inclusivity and Diversity in the World of Jane Austen
Discover the overlooked voices of Jane Austen’s world — from women of colour to working-class lives — and rethink the Regency beyond bonnets and ballrooms.
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Regular fees: £250 (plus travel expenses)
Term-time fees: £290 (plus travel expenses)
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Bath and Beyond: the Georgian Assembly Room
Glittering on the surface, disruptive underneath: Georgian assembly rooms were revolutionary spaces, where class, race, and gender lines could blur.
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Regular fees: £250 (plus travel expenses)
Term-time fees: £290 (plus travel expenses)
Get in Touch:
I'm always looking for new and exciting opportunities. Let's connect!