CASTLES – A Fortified History of the World: An Evening with Dan Jones
Sat 10 Oct 2026 | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Castles have shaped the course of history for more than 3,000 years. They have withstood sieges, inspired legends, projected power and transformed landscapes. But what do they really tell us about the world we have inherited?
Bestselling historian, broadcaster and award-winning author Dan Jones comes to Winchester to discuss his major new book, CASTLES—an epic history that spans continents and millennia. Dan will take us from the walls of ancient Troy and the Crusader fortress of Krak des Chevaliers to Windsor Castle, the Tower of London, Japan’s Himeji Castle and the Maginot Line, revealing how these extraordinary strongholds have shaped empires, warfare, politics and the human imagination.
In this illustrated talk, Dan will share the stories behind CASTLES, exploring the ambition, ingenuity and resilience that lie behind the world’s greatest fortifications. Combining vivid storytelling with the latest historical research, he’ll bring to life the people, places and pivotal moments that make CASTLES a sweeping history of civilisation told through its most iconic monuments.
Join one of Britain’s most engaging historians for a fascinating introduction to his remarkable new book, and discover why castles continue to capture our imagination today.
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