Hampshire History Trust (HHT) is thrilled to announce the return of their much-loved lecture series, Midweek Musings. Running from January to July 2026, the programme promises an exciting season of talks designed to spark curiosity, celebrate Hampshire’s rich history and keep heritage at the heart of the community.

Next year’s series features an inspiring line-up of speakers headlined by BAFTA award winning historian, broadcaster and HHT patron Dan Snow, who will be sharing his journey to Antarctica in 2022 where he participated in the extraordinary discovery of Ernest Shackleton’s long-lost ship, Endurance. Also joining the programme is Russell Gordon-Smith, former Mayor of Winchester, who will deliver a fascinating lecture exploring French Prisoners of War in Hampshire.

Over the next six months, these thought-provoking midweek sessions will delve into a wide range of topics from the history of the iconic King Alfred Buses, a beloved symbol of Winchester’s transport heritage, to the daring achievements of pioneer aviator Amy Johnson.

Chair of Hampshire History Trust, Liz King said: “We are delighted to be reviving Midweek Musings. The series continues to be a cornerstone of our mission to make history exciting and accessible. Next year’s programme is our most diverse yet, and we can’t wait to welcome both returning visitors and new faces.”

Tickets for the first talk of the year, ‘Introducing King Alfred Buses, Then and Now’ by James Freeman, are now available to purchase on Hampshire History Trust’s Ticketsource page www.ticketsource.com/hampshire-history-trust with discounted prices for friends of HHT.

For programme details, booking information and other announcements, visit www.hampshirehistorytrust.com, email info@hampshirehistorytrust.com or follow HHT’s social media channels.