A History of Modern Britain in Twenty Murders: Professor David Wilson

We wrap up the 2026 festival in style with a fascinating hour in the company of one of the UK’s leading criminologists.

Professor David Wilson will explore what the country’s most brutal murderers reveal about us in a thrilling blend of history and true crime.Based on his groundbreaking book A History of Modern Britain in Twenty Murders, Professor Wilson will lead us through killings from Jack the Ripper and the “Brides in the Bath”, to the tragic murders of James Bulger and Sarah Everard.

This event is a must-see for true crime aficionados.This event will be chaired by literary agent Jenny Brown.