Events
At Jaffé & Neale we hold regular book signings for authors, both in the store and at locations in and around Chipping Norton
Farming Stories Workshop with Nicola Baker
FarmED, Honeydale Farm, Chipping Norton
Saturday 18th October 2025, 10.30am – 12.30pm
Join author Nicola Baker for a special half-term event, perfect for young animal lovers and curious minds. Explore the real-life Whistledown Farm, the inspiration for her book series. You’ll get to meet the animals from her stories, learn how the seasons shape farm life, and discover why writing a story is just like baking a cake.
This event is packed with fun farm facts, storytelling, and creative tips for budding young authors. Tickets are £12.50 per child, to include the session & picnic lunch afterwards, and are available through FarmED’s website.
Book Launch: John Lewis-Stempel’s Night Life
FarmED, Honeydale Farm, Chipping Norton
Thursday 6th November 2025, 6.45 – 9pm
Join us at FarmED for the launch of John Lewis-Stempel’s new book, Night Life – a captivating follow-up to Nightwalking – where he explores Britain’s wild landscapes after dark. Discover how our senses reorder in the absence of light, making us more attuned to the natural world and its hidden wonders.
John will be in conversation with FarmED co-founder, Ian Wilkinson, followed by an audience Q&A. Tickets are £15 each (includes glass of fizz), available from FarmED.
Jeremy Clarkson Book Signing
Jaffé & Neale, Middle Row, Chipping Norton
Friday 24th October 2025, 5pm
We’re delighted to announce that Cotswold local and star of Clarkson’s Farm, Jeremy Clarkson, will be visiting the shop at 5pm on 24th October to sign copies of his new book, Diddly Squat: The Farmer’s Dog.
This is an exclusive, ticket-only event. The ticket price is £22 and includes a copy of the book and your place in the queue. Secure your place now to avoid disappointment!
Literary Lunch with Mark Billingham
The Theatre Chipping Norton
Saturday 8th November 2025, 12.15pm
Join us at The Theatre Chipping Norton for a special Literary Lunch with renowned crime writer, Mark Billingham. It’s an opportunity to hear from the ‘master of crime’ himself as he talks to Patrick Neale about the inspiration behind his work and celebrates a remarkable milestone: the release of his 25th novel, What The Night Brings.
Tickets are £25 (from the theatre’s website) and include a glass of wine and a delicious two-course lunch. Mark’s latest book will be available for purchase after the event.