Here’s the first look of who is joining the Good Conversation stage for 2025. With more speakers and a full schedule being announced soon, make sure you sign up to be the first to hear.
To get access to the Good Conversation stage, choose the Talk+Shop or VIP ticket type when you book. Seating will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Joining us for 2025
Wednesday 12 November
Tom Parker-Bowles
Wednesday 12 November
10:30am - 11:15am
Tom Parker Bowles will be lifting the lid on the world of food writing and fine dining, flavour tips and possibly even a few royal recipes thrown in…
Mary Portas OBE
Wednesday 12 November
12:00pm - 12:45pm
From legend of the high street Mary Portas comes a no-holds-barred account of her time as the window dresser for Harvey Nichols, full of 90s nostalgia and juicy anecdotes from the fashion world.
Kate Mosse CBE
Wednesday 12 November
1:30pm - 2:15pm
Kate Mosse, queen of historical drama, shines a spotlight on the forgotten women of history, including her novel-writing grandmother.
Gaby Roslin
Wednesday 12 November
3:00pm - 3:45pm
Gaby Roslin has been appearing on our TV screens for over 30 years, presenting everything from The Big Breakfast to The Terry and Gaby Show with Sir Terry Wogan. She’s joining us to talk about her new book, Spread The Joy.
Thursday 13 November
Raymond Blanc OBE
Thursday 13 November
10:30am - 11:15am
Raymond Blanc brings his legendary culinary wisdom to the stage – expect seasonal cooking inspiration, kitchen tips and some delicious surprises.
Paula Sutton
Thursday 13 November
12:00pm - 12:45pm
Paula Sutton also known as (@HillHouseVintage) is the undisputed queen of cottagecore style – now turned TV presenter (Channel 4’s Millionaire Hoarders) and author. She’s joining us to talk about the latest book in her cosy crime series, The Body In The Kitchen Garden.
Jojo Moyes
Thursday 13 November
1:30pm - 2:45pm
The best selling author of Me Before You shares the secrets behind her storytelling success, all things romance and what it takes for her to create the colourful cast of characters we’ve come to know and love.
Dame Emma Bridgewater
Thursday 13 November
3:00pm - 3:45pm
The woman behind Britain’s most iconic pottery, Emma will be joining us to talk creativity, craft and building a brand that feels like home.
Friday 14 November
Sir David Suchet
Friday 14 November
10:30am - 11:15am
David Suchet, the award winning and much-loved actor, joins us to talk about his new book Travels With Agatha Christie.
Clare Balding CBE
Friday 14 November
12:00pm - 12:45pm
Dog devotee and champion of women’s sport, Clare joins us to talk about her love of the countryside and her debut novel Pastures New that’s filled with muddy boots, unexpected inheritance, and sheep with attitude.
Jack & Clare Mosley
Friday 14 November
1:30pm - 2:15pm
Michael Mosley changed the way millions of us think about our health. Now his family are continuing his mission: to empower people everywhere to take control of their health, one informed choice (and one shared meal) at a time.
Alexander Armstrong
Friday 14 November
3:00pm - 3:45pm
The brainiac broadcaster, comedian and now children’s author delves into the mystical world of the ancient North and his childhood as he shares the stories behind his debut novel Evenfall: The Golden Linnet.
Saturday 15 November
Dilly Carter
Saturday 15 November
10:30am - 11:15am
GH cover star and professional declutterer Dilly will be talking about how to clear the ‘stuff’ out more than just our homes. It’s more than just storage, it’s about reclaiming your space.
Andi & Miquita Oliver
Saturday 15 November
12:00pm - 12:45pm
Join Andi and Miquita Oliver as they talk all things family, food and what it’s really like to work together. Expect laughter, honesty and plenty of inspiration from this much-loved duo.
Susie Dent
Saturday 15 November
13:30pm - 2:15pm
The queen of Countdown and lover of lost words takes us on a tour of the quirks and charms of the English language through her debut novel Guilty by Definition.
Dame Jacqueline Wilson
Saturday 15 November
3:00pm - 3:45pm
The much-loved children’s author is joining us to talk about her move into books for adults and how she has returned to the characters from one of her best-sellers for her new novel Picture Imperfect.