Talking History

The HA's history public speaking competition for pupils in years 5 and 6.

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  • Talking History competition 2025 – the winners

    11th September 2025

    Talking History is now into its second year and gathering speed. Following the pattern of The Great Debate but adapted for Years 5 and 6 the competition seeks to encourage young people’s history and oracy skills through a public presentation. Schools are encouraged to enter their pupils into the online...

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  • Talking History 2025

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    Please note: entries have now closed for the 2025 competition. Register your interest for 2026 here Following the success of our Great Debate competition for secondary students, we are delighted to announce that we are running a new history public speaking competition for primary pupils.  What do I have to...

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