Wed 20 May 2026, Hatchards, Cheltenham

Author, artist and historian Amy Jeffs and illustrator Gwen Burns will be with us to celebrate Old Songs, their bewitching book on traditional folk ballads and the tales they tell. Joining them will be musician Natalie Brice, so we can experience these wonderful songs in all their glory. Come with us as we explore British history, folklore and fairy tale, bringing enchantment to our native landscapes. Amy Jeffs is the bestselling author of Storyland, Wild, and Saints; and a medievalist, art historian and artist. Gwen Burns is an illustrator with a background in costume design and social history, and a morris dancer. Natalie Brice is a composer, musician and teaching artist working in film and theatre.