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Chester Blood on the Sand: Myth-busting Gladiators with Sunday Times bestselling author, Ben Kane

Where

Grosvenor Museum, Chester

What

Culture

When

15 Oct 2025

Wednesday 15 October

Chester Blood on the Sand: Myth-busting Gladiators with Sunday Times bestselling author, Ben Kane

Join us this October for two captivating evenings with one of historical fiction's most acclaimed writers, Ben Kane, as part of our celebrations for the 'Gladiators of Britain' exhibition at Grosvenor Museum.

Kenya born, Irish by blood and UK resident, Ben Kane's passion for history has taken him to more than 60 countries and all 7 continents. He has walked hundreds of miles in Roman military gear, including Hadrian's Wall, and is known to lead history tours in Italy and Germany. Eleven of his nineteen novels have been Sunday Times Top Ten bestsellers. Published in fifteen countries, he has sold more than two million books worldwide.

Wednesday 15 October, 7pm Grosvenor Museum, Chester Blood on the Sand: Myth-busting Gladiators

Drawing on extensive research and his bestselling novels, Ben will separate fact from fiction in the brutal world of Roman gladiatorial combat. Discover the reality behind the Hollywood myths and learn what life was really like for these legendary warriors of the arena.

Books will be available for purchase and signing by Ben Kane.

Book your tickets today: https://cwac.co/HAyw4

Tickets: £5 per event

These events are kindly supported by The Forge Restaurant and Bar at Hotel Indigo in Chester.

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