23 - 29 June 2025 - Broad Chalke, Salisbury
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Clarissa Eden was more than just a Prime Minister’s wife – she was a sharp-witted, politically astute, and deeply influential figure in 20th-century Britain. From her Bohemian youth among artists and intellectuals to her role in the heart of political power, Clarissa’s life was one of intrigue, wit, and resilience. As a politically active wife to Anthony Eden, particularly during the Suez Crisis in 1956, Clarissa once famously said: ‘For the past few weeks I have really felt as if the Suez Canal was flowing through my drawing-room.’ Renowned biographer Hugo Vickers brings her fascinating story to life, offering a riveting portrait of a woman who shaped history from behind the scenes.
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