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The North Sea: Along the Edge of Britain

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Date & Time

Sat, 21 Mar 2026

19:00

Venue

Weston Lecture Theatre

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On Oxford Literary Festival - Events 2026

About this event

Alistair Moffat explores the history and geography of the North Sea and its relationship with Britain. A journey through the maritime heritage, cultural connections, and natural history of this vital body of water.

Why you should come

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• Hear Alistair Moffat detail his year-long journey exploring the North Sea coastline

• Learn how Viking raids and Roman invasions shaped Britain's eastern edge

• Discover the transition from North Sea oil booms to modern offshore windfarms

Event Highlights

  • Chronicles the history of Britain's North Sea coast from Roman invasions to Viking raids
  • Based on Alistair Moffat's year-long journey traveling the coastline
  • Explores the evolution from ancient stone circles to modern offshore windfarms
  • Examines how the North Sea has shaped British identity and self-perception

Speaker

Alistair Moffat

Historian and former television executive

Programme

2:00pm

The North Sea: Along the Edge of Britain

A one-hour talk by historian Alistair Moffat on the history and impact of the North Sea coast.

Organized by: Oxford Literary Festival

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