An Evening with Charlie Mackesy

Join Charlie Mackesy, beloved author and illustrator of the best-selling book ‘The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse’, for an uplifting evening of stories, conversation and live drawing.

Book now
+44 (0)20 7942 2000
  • Tuesday, 2 December 2025

  • V&A South Kensington

    Cromwell Road
    London, SW7 2RL
  • The Lydia and Manfred Gorvy Lecture Theatre

  • For Members

    Priority booking is open for Members and Patrons; general booking opens 10 November, subject to availability

  • Tickets cost £15.00 - £20.00

    Includes wine reception.

An Evening with Charlie Mackesy photo
Charlie Mackesy’s tender illustrations and words have inspired millions around the world. His bestselling book The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse has been translated into over 50 languages and adapted into an Academy Award®-winning animated short film.

A self-taught artist, Charlie has often found inspiration wandering the galleries of the V&A, learning from the masterpieces that fill its walls and corridors. In this special event celebrating his new book Always Remember. Charlie reflects on his creative journey, the power of kindness and imagination, and the quiet magic of art to bring people together.

Expect an evening of warmth, conversation and live drawing as Charlie shares the inspirations that continue to shape his work.





Header image: Photo credit: Charlie Gray