Lady Carnarvon: Life at Highclere Castle — The Real Downton Abbey

Name: Lady Carnarvon: Life at Highclere Castle — The Real Downton Abbey
Start: 2025-09-27T19:30:00-07:00
Location: Elsinore Theatre

Schedule

Sat, 27 Sep, 2025 at 07:30 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

Elsinore Theatre | Salem, OR

As the eighth and current Countess of Carnarvon, reigning, the real-life setting for Masterpiece’s Downton Abbey, Lady Fiona Carnarvon has called upon her expertise as a historian to inspire narratives of Highclere Castle in the post-Edwardian era. Her many books invite readers into the daily life on the castle’s grounds, including farming, cooking, gardening, hostessing, and restoration.
Meet Lady Carnarvon
Fiona, 8th Countess of Carnarvon, is the wife of Geordie, 8th Earl of Carnarvon. They live at Highclere Castle, known to millions around the world as ‘Downton Abbey’. She is a best-selling author and historian, entrepreneur, international speaker, and fundraiser in the UK and abroad. She is recognised for her empowering, entertaining, and informative talks.
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Enjoy a post-show reception sampling Highclere Gin with Lady Carnarvon