Children & Family

Paterson Joseph - 10 Children Who Changed the World

Name: Paterson Joseph - 10 Children Who Changed the World
Start: 2026-10-05T11:00:00+01:00
Location: Henley Literary Festival

When

Monday, 5 October 2026 at 11:00

Henley Literary Festival

54 Kings Road, Henley-on-Thames, RG9 2DG

Time

11:00

Price guide

Not listed — worth a quick ask

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This Black History Month meet 10 brave and rebellious children - all born when slavery was still legal - who changed the world. From the girl who sneaked on a Royal Navy ship disguised as a man to the godchild Queen Victoria selected as a missionary, award-winning author and actor Paterson Joseph, star of Noughts + Crosses and Wonka, shares some truly inspirational true stories.

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