The Earth Transformed
Sat 10 Oct · 14:30
Cheltenham Town Hall
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Bestselling historian Peter Frankopan ( The Silk Roads ) uncovers the extreme forces that have shaped our world. From volcanic eruptions and shifting oceans to devastating droughts and storms, discover how climate has driven human history. Spanning from the Big Bang to today, he reveals how people have struggled to understand and control nature – and what this means as we face a rapidly changing planet. There will be a book signing after this event .
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Frequently asked questions
The Earth Transformed takes place on Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 14:30.
The Earth Transformed is held at Cheltenham Town Hall in Cheltenham (Pillar Room, Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, Cheltenham, GL50 1QA, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom).
Tickets for The Earth Transformed are priced at £12. Live prices and availability are shown on cheltenhamfestivals.org.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Cheltenham Town Hall can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for The Earth Transformed can be booked via cheltenhamfestivals.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
About This Event
Bestselling historian Peter Frankopan ( The Silk Roads ) uncovers the extreme forces that have shaped our world. From volcanic eruptions and shifting oceans to devastating droughts and storms, discover how climate has driven human history. Spanning from the Big Bang to today, he reveals how people have struggled to understand and control nature – and what this means as we face a rapidly changing planet. There will be a book signing after this event .
📍 Venue
Cheltenham Town HallPillar Room, Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, Cheltenham, GL50 1QA, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom
Lansdown, Cheltenham
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When is The Earth Transformed?
The Earth Transformed takes place on Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 14:30.
Where is The Earth Transformed taking place?
The Earth Transformed is held at Cheltenham Town Hall in Cheltenham (Pillar Room, Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, Cheltenham, GL50 1QA, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom).
How much are tickets for The Earth Transformed?
Tickets for The Earth Transformed are priced at £12. Live prices and availability are shown on cheltenhamfestivals.org.
Is there anywhere to stay near The Earth Transformed?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Cheltenham Town Hall can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for The Earth Transformed?
Tickets for The Earth Transformed can be booked via cheltenhamfestivals.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Hotels within walking distance of Cheltenham Town Hall
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Price
£12
Date
Until Saturday, 10 October 2026
Time
Venue
Pillar Room, Cheltenham Town Hall, Imperial Square, Cheltenham, GL50 1QA, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom
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