Bridget Gubbins - My Mother the Curate

My Mother and the Curate - two diaries 80 years apart on life in rural England My Mother and the Curate - A Story of Two Lives, One Village. What could a Victorian curate and a 1950s mother possibly have in common? Bridget Gubbins invites you to find out in her beautifully crafted new book, My Mother and the Curate. Set in the enchanting Welsh border village of Hay-on-Wye, this unique narrative draws from two deeply personal diaries - written 83 years apart - revealing a shared love of the countryside, quiet reflection and heartfelt longing. In her own inimitable style, Bridget has woven together diary extracts spanning ten months to create a vivid snapshot of rural life across generations. From peaceful walks through rolling hills to intimate confessions of joy and sorrow, this is a story of connection, memory, and place. Whether you're drawn to history, nature or the quiet power of personal storytelling, this event promises to be a highlight of the festival. Come and be transported to the countryside of Hay-on-Wye and discover the legacy of two lives beautifully intertwined