Author talk: Alison Baxter at Bishopston Library
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Alison Baxter will give a talk at Bishopston Library on 1 October 2026, discussing her book, *A Fatal Choice*. The event will explore the maritime history of her Cornish ancestors who were active in the Cumberland Basin during the mid-nineteenth century. Tickets for the talk are priced at £5.04.
Join us for a talk by Alison Baxter about her book, A Fatal Choice.
Alison’s Cornish ancestors were sailing in and out of the Cumberland Basin throughout the middle of the nineteenth century. Her two times great-grandfather, who appears in her nonfiction book, A Cornish Cargo, made the news when he had the bright idea of transporting boxes of fresh Cornish broccoli to sell in the St Nicholas market. His oldest son settled in Bristol, started trading in wines and spirits, and rented a smart villa in Clifton. It was a tragic death in his family home that became the inspiration for Alison's novel, A Fatal Choice.
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Author talk: Alison Baxter at Bishopston Library takes place on Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 19:00.
Author talk: Alison Baxter at Bishopston Library is held at Bishopston Library in Bristol (Gloucester Road, Bristol, BS7 8BN).
Tickets for Author talk: Alison Baxter at Bishopston Library are priced at £5.04. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
The forecast for Author talk: Alison Baxter at Bishopston Library is Overcast · 17°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Bishopston Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
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Author talk: Alison Baxter at Bishopston Library
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Alison Baxter will give a talk at Bishopston Library on 1 October 2026, discussing her book, *A Fatal Choice*. The event will explore the maritime history of her Cornish ancestors who were active in the Cumberland Basin during the mid-nineteenth century. Tickets for the talk are priced at £5.04.
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Organiser’s full description
Join us for a talk by Alison Baxter about her book, A Fatal Choice.
Alison’s Cornish ancestors were sailing in and out of the Cumberland Basin throughout the middle of the nineteenth century. Her two times great-grandfather, who appears in her nonfiction book, A Cornish Cargo, made the news when he had the bright idea of transporting boxes of fresh Cornish broccoli to sell in the St Nicholas market. His oldest son settled in Bristol, started trading in wines and spirits, and rented a smart villa in Clifton. It was a tragic death in his family home that became the inspiration for Alison's novel, A Fatal Choice.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Author talk: Alison Baxter at Bishopston Library?
Author talk: Alison Baxter at Bishopston Library takes place on Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 19:00.
Where is Author talk: Alison Baxter at Bishopston Library taking place?
Author talk: Alison Baxter at Bishopston Library is held at Bishopston Library in Bristol (Gloucester Road, Bristol, BS7 8BN).
How much are tickets for Author talk: Alison Baxter at Bishopston Library?
Tickets for Author talk: Alison Baxter at Bishopston Library are priced at £5.04. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
What will the weather be like at Author talk: Alison Baxter at Bishopston Library?
The forecast for Author talk: Alison Baxter at Bishopston Library is Overcast · 17°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Author talk: Alison Baxter at Bishopston Library?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Bishopston Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Author talk: Alison Baxter at Bishopston Library?
Tickets for Author talk: Alison Baxter at Bishopston Library can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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