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Themes

Collections of events organised by themes in this year's programme.

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Food

Health, care and wellbeing

Inclusive histories

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Language

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Nature and climate

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Poetry

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Zine-making

Related content

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Being Human Festival 2023

The UK's national festival returns to locations across the country from 9–18 November.

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Event series

Browse series of events led by universities, some exploring particular themes.

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Festival Hubs

Find out more about our 2023 Festival Hubs