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Sidmouth Literary Festival

Sidmouth Literary Festival

Every year Sidmouth welcomes bibliophiles from all over the country to the town’s literature festival, a celebration of all things bookish with workshops, talks and of course, the chance to buy bestsellers and obscure titles alike. The festival has taken place every summer since 2015 after being founded by Wayne Winstone, owner of Winstone’s Books (of which there is a branch in the town), Di Bowerman, Jane Corey and many others who are both fans of books and work in the industry. 

Devon, and by extension, Sidmouth, has long inspired authors and poets with its beautiful scenery and fascinating history, making this region the best for hosting Literary Festivals. The world’s most famous crime writer, Agatha Christie is from the county and J R R Tolkein who has wowed generations with his Lord of the Rings books had a holiday home in Sidmouth, at which he wrote some of the story’s best loved passages. If that wasn’t enough of an indication of the region’s credentials, the Regency feel of the town is almost like stepping into a Jane Austen novel – perfect for a weekend talking about books!  

Sun, Sea, Books 

Sidmouth Literary Festival – Sun, Sea, Books is the must visit event for anyone who loves reading, writing or generally being creative. Each year, the festival brings big names in publishing to Sidmouth for two days of fascinating discussion.  

Taking place at venues all over the town including some of the grand Regency hotels, local churches, theatres and other iconic venues, you’re never too far away from a bookish activity when visiting Sidmouth in June. Previous attendees of the festival have included authors such as Adele Parks, Bryony Gordon and Terry Waite, with workshops and activities ranging from how to get published to where to find inspiration and motivation to write your own bestseller. The 2019 line-up included Sidmouth’s own author Jane Corry who was joined by Lesley Pearse, the multi best selling author and Ruth Ware.  

Activities that won’t break the bank 

While there are some aspects of the festival that carry a charge many of the events and workshops are free to attend – you can find out more about the most recent news and details about prices on the festival’s official website: sidmouthlitfest.co.uk 

Tickets for Sidmouth Literary Festival events are also available from Winstone’s book shop on Sidmouth High Street or online here, Sidmouth’s Tourist Information Centre on Ham Lane and Sidmouth Library which is on Blackmore Drive.  

For more information,  email sidmouthlitfest1@gmail.com or visit one of the above.  

Never too many books 

If you are a big fan of books, Sidmouth’s Literary Festival is the place to be this summer, but it isn’t the only bookish event you can enjoy. Nearby Budleigh Salterton also has an annual literature festival which has been running  for over ten years. The Festival is supported by author Hilary Mantel who is the Honorary President and regularly appears at the festival to speak on panels and run workshops.  

Find out more information here. 

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  1. Peter Vaillant Abstract Art Exhibition

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    Peter Vaillant is an internationally acclaimed British abstract artist, with a distinctively bold and colourful style. He currently works between his studios in London and…

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    12 Aug 2022to31 Aug 2022
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    Join this pop up street food market every second Friday of the month, outside on the lawn at Kennaway House.
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  3. Sidmouth Food Festival

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    Back by popular demand! We are pleased to announce that the 2022 Sidmouth Food Festival will be held on Saturday 13th August. For further information and bookings, please…

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    Join us for a relaxed, adult-only boogie.........
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    Sidmouth’s Airshow will take place on Friday, 26 August 2022 at the provisional time of 5pm onwards.

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    Sidmouth Regatta will be held from and including Friday 2 August until Sunday afternoon the 2 August, (August Bank Holiday).
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    * CRAFT FAIRS: A variety of locally made jewellery, pottery, knitting, photography and cards will be on offer at Craft fairs on Saturdays throughout the year.
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    28 minute drive from Sidmouth. 

    CANCELLED - But please save the date for 27-30 August 2021!! 

    Lyme Folk Weekend has quickly become one of the most popular events of…

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  9. Grahame Booth. Watercolour Landscapes.

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    Grahame Booth. Watercolour Landscapes and Townscapes. 5th to 8th September. …

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  10. Watercolour Landscapes and Townscapes. Grahame Booth. East Devon Art Academy.

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    Learn how to create a fresh lively watercolour by using confident bold brushstrokes to choose a main focal point while simplifying the rest of the subject. Includes Plein Air…

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  11. ARTBEAT Annual Exhibition and Sale

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    * ARTBEAT are celebrating their 10th annual exhibition.
    * A selection of original paintings, giclées, cards and gifts.
    * FREE ENTRY.

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    * ARTBEAT are celebrating their 10th annual exhibition.
    * A selection of original paintings, giclées,cards and gifts.
    * FREE ENTRY.

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  13. Sidmouth & East Devon Walking Festival 2022

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    The Sidmouth & East Devon Walking Festival runs each September for one week, Saturday to Friday.

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  14. Mosaics Workshop. Karen Wones. East Devon Art Academy.

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    Karen Wones. Mosaic Workshop. Saturday 1st Oct 2022 Workshop. Make your own piece of mosaic art in a one-day workshop. If you have ever thought you would like a go ..…

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  15. Acrylics for Beginners and Improvers

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    Catherine Osbond. Acrylic Painting for Beginners. 7th October.
    A one-day workshop where you will be introduced to acrylic painting. You will learn various ways to apply…

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  16. James Tatum. The Landscape as Power and Emotion.

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    This workshop is designed to show students how to use a 3-step process to produce more powerful, exciting and coherent landscape paintings. Learn how to use the basic tools…

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  17. Hester Berry. Landscapes in Oils.

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    Hester Berry
    Land and Seascapes in Oils.
    12th and 11th November 2022. £160 for 2 days www.hesterberry.co.uk

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  18. Jenny Aitken. Landscapes in Acrylics.

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    Jenny provides thoroughly informative teaching, with the overriding goal of people enjoying themselves! She wants people to feel encouraged, enabled and challenged. £170. …

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  19. Watercolour with a Difference

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    A fun and exciting one day workshop where you will explore watercolour in a different way. Watercolour will be combined with different materials such as oil pastel, inks,…

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  20. Jake Winkle. Light and Movement in Watercolour

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    Learn how to create light and movement in watercolour with this renowned artist.

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