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The du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival 2026 – programme coming soon

The du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival 2026 – programme coming soon

28th February 2026: The du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival takes place from Friday, 1st, until Saturday, 9th May 2026, and the programme will be available very soon. If you are not already a Friend of the du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival, now would be a perfect time to join, as there are lots of benefits, particularly when you are buying your festival tickets.... More ››
The du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival welcomes the return of the ultimate Abba Tribute Experience, Take a Chance on Us, on Friday 8th May 2026

The du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival welcomes the return of the ultimate Abba Tribute Experience, Take a Chance on Us, on Friday 8th May 2026

7th February 2026: The du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival 2026 welcomes the return of Take a Chance on Us, the ultimate ABBA tribute experience. They will be performing on Friday, 8th May at 8pm in Fowey Parish Church.... More ››
A du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival event: Mark Butterworth – 'Make the Bold Move, from Writer to Author'

A du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival event: Mark Butterworth – 'Make the Bold Move, from Writer to Author'

21st January 2026: Join author Mark Butterworth for his insightful presentation – 'Make the Bold Move, From Writer to Author!' This event takes place on Thursday, 26th February, 2.30 pm – 4.00 pm at the Harbour Hotel, Fowey. During this hour-and-a-half interactive talk, he will share his experiences of moving from writer to published author and how writing a book – including fiction, history, poetry, and memoir – is something anyone can consider.... More ››
The du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival Competition for Young Writers and Artists 2026 – Launches on Monday, 19th January

The du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival Competition for Young Writers and Artists 2026 – Launches on Monday, 19th January

19th January 2026: The du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival is delighted to announce that on Monday, 19 January 2026, it will, once again, be launching the Competition for Young Writers and Artists. The aim of this competition is to encourage young people to engage in visual arts and creative writing, to celebrate their creativity and originality. The chosen theme for 2026 is ‘After Midnight’ ... More ››
The du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival Adult Short Story Competition – A Reminder

The du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival Adult Short Story Competition – A Reminder

8th January 2026: Before Christmas, we told you that the du Maurier Fowey Literary Festival adult short story competition had been launched. As we enter the New Year, we want to remind you that if you have not yet started writing, now is the time to do so. ... More ››