Where Thinking Comes Alive
03 - 04 October 2026
For one extraordinary weekend, Lichfield Cathedral transforms into a vibrant hub of intellectual exploration and meaningful conversation. Join thought leaders and curious minds as we tackle today's most pressing questions: How do we uncover truth in an age of competing narratives? What does genuine dialogue look like in a polarised world? Drawing on centuries of Cathedral tradition as centres of learning and debate, Enlighten creates space for nourishing talks, nuanced discussion, unexpected connections, and breakthrough insights. Engage directly with influential thinkers, join thought-provoking discussions, and add your voice to conversations that matter. Don't just observe the discourse—be part of it.
Jonathan Dimbleby
Date: Saturday, 3rd October
Time: 7pm
Location: Nave, Lichfield Cathedral
Tickets: £12
Jonathan Dimbleby, historian, author and one of Britain’s most respected broadcasters will reflect, in conversation, on the updated edition of The Palestinians. He argues that any hope of lasting peace requires an honest reckoning with the human tragedy of a people left without a land. Dimbleby also considers the fragility of the post‑war international order and what its erosion means for global stability. His new introduction brings the story to the present: the Hamas terrorist attack, the war in Gaza, and allegations of Geneva Convention breaches. A seasoned commentator, he draws on decades of reporting and acclaimed works from Endgame 1944 to The Last Governor.
Supported by the Kirby Laing Foundation.