Another England with Caroline Lucas

Englishness has long been monopolised by those fixated on nostalgia and exclusion. But another England exists, one rooted in inclusivity and a profound relationship with the natural world.

Caroline Lucas, pioneering environmentalist and former Green Party MP, draws from England’s literary and cultural heritage to unearth a vision of Englishness grounded in sustainability, fairness, and shared responsibility. From John Clare’s celebration of nature’s delicate ecosystems to Charles Dickens’ piercing critiques of social inequality, these threads reveal a tradition of empathy and justice woven deep into our cultural fabric.

Through rediscovering these stories, Lucas demonstrates how embracing a broader, more compassionate understanding of Englishness can empower us to confront the climate emergency and drive transformative change.

Join us as she explores how reimagining national identity can serve as a powerful tool for environmental and social renewal.