Hillsborough Castle: A Talk in the Throne Room
Fri 18 Jul
|The Throne Room at Hillsborough Castle
Join Author Gareth Russell as he introduces his exciting new book, Queen James. A drinks reception and a book signing to follow in the Throne Room at Hillsborough Castle, the Royal Family's official home in Northern Ireland. This is a ticketed event.


Time & Location
18 Jul 2025, 17:00 – 19:00 BST
The Throne Room at Hillsborough Castle, Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, County Down, Northern Ireland
About The Event
Join Author Gareth Russell as he introduces his exciting new book, Queen James: The Life and Loves of Britain's First King.
Filled with drama beginning to end - the story places James Stuart, King of England, Scotland and Ireland, and the men he loved, at the centre - simultaneously presenting him as a genius, liar, spendthrift, and idealist.
Experience a book talk in the stunning Castle
The event will take place in the magnificent Throne Room at Hillsborough Castle, and the itinerary will be as follows:
Glass of sparkling wine and canapes on arrival.
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