Chloe Dalton | Raising Hare
Sun 27 Apr 2025 | 10:00am - 11:00am


When political adviser and foreign policy expert Chloe Dalton’s busy London life was upended by lockdown, she never imagined that a return to the countryside would lead her to become the custodian of a tiny, endangered hare. Alone and no bigger than her palm, the leveret was in need of care and survival. Join Chloe as she recounts the extraordinary journey she shared with this unexpected companion in Raising Hare.
This heart-warming memoir chronicles the bond that formed between Chloe and the hare as she cared for it and prepared it for its return to the wild. Their remarkable relationship rekindles our sense of awe for nature and reminds us that some of the most inspiring experiences occur when we least expect them. Through this journey, Chloe reflects on her own life, re-evaluating what truly matters and questioning how we can balance fulfilling careers with a deeper connection to the natural world.
Raising Hare also sheds light on the challenges hares face, from the impact of hunting to the need for a ‘closed season’ to protect hare populations. Chloe advocates for this vital change, drawing attention to the threats that endanger these beautiful creatures. Through her story, we’re reminded of the importance of slowing down, appreciating the everyday beauty around us, and learning to set free the things we love.
Venue: Palmerston Room
Duration: 1 hour
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Author Biography
Chloe Dalton is a writer, political adviser and foreign policy expert. She spent over a decade working in the UK Parliament and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and has advised, and written for and with, numerous prominent figures. She divides her time between London and her home in the English countryside. Raising Hare is her first book.
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