Land Beneath the Waves - Book talk with Derek Niemann and Nic Wilson

Join us for an inspiring evening with author, Cambridge University creative writing tutor and Guardian country diarist, Derek Niemann, in conversation with fellow country diarist Nic Wilson about nature, place and chronic illness in her recently published memoir Land Beneath the Waves.

Land Beneath the Waves beautifully explores our relationship with nature and this promises to be a hopeful and restorative gathering which will provide an opportunity to reflect on our bond with the natural world, and to find inspiration for care and action in this time of biodiversity and climate crises.

‘A moving, honest and revealing memoir of living with chronic illness, and an examination of the ways a relationship with the natural world can affect us, from debut author and nature writer Nic Wilson.’

LOCATION

Heal Somerset is in a rural location, a few miles from Bruton, Frome, the A303 and the Wiltshire border, at Lower West Barn Farm, Bindon Lane, Witham Friary, BA11 5HH. Directions will be sent in a confirmation email.

TIMINGS
7.30: Arrivals and refreshments at the Heal Somerset Farmhouse
7.45: Introduction
8.00: Derek Niemann and Nic Wilson in conversation
8.45: Audience Q&A
9.00: Book sales and signing
9.30: Thank you and goodbyes

Please note: copies of Land Beneath the Waves will be available to buy on the night for £15 (RRP: £18.99) with a 99p fee for card payments

ACCESSIBILITY
The events space is not yet wheelchair accessible but we are working on it.
If you use an assistance dog, your dog will be welcome.
If you have any additional questions about accessibility please email events@healrewilding.org.uk.

OTHER THINGS

Cancellation
We reserve the right to cancel this event and either refund you or book you into an alternative date. This would be due to illness, low sales or other reasons and will be avoided unless absolutely necessary.
Please note, tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled.

Children and babies
Children over 14 are welcome at the event, please contact events@healrewilding.org.uk for more information about bringing children.

Dogs
We welcome assistance dogs but you can't bring a pet dog or any other pets to the site.

Supporting Heal
Please note, the proceeds from this event will go towards supporting the work of Heal.
You'll also have the chance to become a Friend of Heal and to donate to support our work.

Special ticketing
If you are unwaged, a student or living on a very low income and the cost of attending is prohibitive, please email events@healrewilding.org.uk as we may be able to support your attendance. Please note this may not always be possible.

Local accommodation
There are lots of places to stay in and around Frome and Bruton, you can find out more from our visitor info here

Transport
The remote rural location means that travelling here by car is the most practical option and there will be car parking available for all event attendees.